Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

This position is open for internal Pacific University employees only 

Pacific University achieves excellence and distinction by investing in exceptional people to think, care, create, and pursue justice in our world. We embrace discovery in a close and nurturing environment that leads to genuine transformation. Our community is diverse, sustainable, and dedicated to discovery and excellence in teaching, scholarship, and practice.

At Pacific University, we thrive in an extraordinary environment, surrounded by the beauty of the great Pacific Northwest, with campus locations in Forest Grove and Hillsboro. We humbly acknowledge and thank the original caretakers of the lands on which we live, work, teach, and acquire and share knowledge.

Description:

The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA) reports to the Dean and serves as student affairs officer responsible for students enrolled in the Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) program. The ADSA is providing the oversight of the student experiences related but not limited to co-curricular student activities, orientation, career fairs, ceremonies (e.g., White Coat, Graduate Recognition & Awards), student progression, student senate, professional development and student organizations) within the School. The ADSA is responsible for oversight of PharmD student matriculation, student academic progression and retention, professionalism assessment and policies, and policy and procedure development and implementation related to student affairs. In addition, the ADSA is responsible for faculty guidance regarding student advising/mentoring and student organization advising.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the Office of Student Affairs and serve as the direct report for Senior Administrative Assistant and Director of Student Experience and Professional Development by working collaboratively in support of student experiences, activities and events.
• Collaborate with the Assistant Director for Graduate and Professional Admissions-Pharmacy and the Admission Committee in the ongoing improvement and management of the admissions process to the PharmD program.
• Collaborate with Dean, ADAA and ADEE on supporting student academic progression, remediation needs and retention.
• Manage student progression issues to support student success, including students at risk, students on probation and support students engaged in alternative progression plans. Work with Dean, ADAA, ADEE, and faculty to identify a pathway that supports student success.
• Act as administrative liaison between School of Pharmacy PharmD program and University Student Affairs Office and collaborate with other student support offices at both the college and university levels (e.g. University Libraries, Financial Aid Office, Graduate Student Support, Office of Accessibility and Accommodations).
• Provide student mentoring support to faculty while also providing 1:1 student support as needed for concerns brought to the Office of Student Affairs.
• Act as administrative liaison (ex officio member) to the Admissions Committee and Student Progression Committee to provide guidance in the implementation of the committees’ duties and plans.
• Plan and organize PharmD student orientation, matriculation, and graduation events and coordinate additional student events as directed by the Dean.
• Update and maintain Student Handbook and Student Organization Handbook.
• Assist faculty, staff, and students in understanding student policies/procedures.
• Support the Dean with required data and statistics for annual reports for the School (e.g., University, AACP and ACPE reports).
• Provide leadership and oversight for student organizations and related faculty advisor engagement in collaboration with the Director of Student Experience and Professional Development, including supervision of related student organization support processes.
• Direct and oversee student career readiness initiatives for PharmD students in collaboration with the stream coordinator for the Personal and Professional Development course series and the Director of Student Experience and Professional Development, including collection and tracking of job placement information for each graduating class.
• Serve on School’s Executive Committee and Dean’s Council to discuss the operation and development of policies and procedures.
• 0.33 FTE teaching responsibilities primarily within PharmD curriculum.
• Perform scholarship, commensurate with the administrative appointment, in their areas of expertise.
• Continuous engagement in service to the community and pharmacy profession.
• Perform other responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Dean.

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum education requirement is a doctorate degree. Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) from an ACPE-accredited program and/or Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Pharmaceutical Sciences or pharmacy related field.
• Minimum of six years of experience in pharmacy academia in faculty or administrative rank.
• Experience in PharmD student mentoring and support.
• Strong contextual understanding of pharmacy education and pharmacy profession.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in student affairs.
• Previous experience in policy creation and implementation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Possess a record of scholarly/research accomplishment and productivity/
• Excellent teaching, leadership, written and verbal communication, and teamwork skills.
• Highly organized, strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Post-graduate training (post-doctoral, fellowship, residency).

APPLICATION (INTERNAL SEARCH ONLY)

Interested applicants for this opportunity should submit a letter of interest, a curriculum vitae, and names of three references with their telephone numbers, email addresses, and an explanation of the relationship to the applicant. The letter of interest should discuss the applicant’s academic experience and professional goals, teaching philosophy, and a reflection on the importance of a contemporary curriculum, teaching, and student learning. Application materials will be screened; candidates for interview will be selected and notified by email. All applicants will receive notification when the position has been filled. A competitive internal recruitment and selection process are being conducted for this job opportunity. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the U.S. and criminal background check.

Applicants are encouraged to review University, CHP, and SOP policies and practices as outlined in the respective faculty handbooks, with particular attention to the distribution of teaching, research, and service expectations for the extended-term track and tenure track appointments. Copies available upon request.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply, please upload your resume and cover letter along with your Paycom application.  Persons who do not follow and complete the application process are not applicants and will not be considered for employment.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted for an interview. During the selection process, we will strive to provide timely notifications. The selection process may vary from recruitment to recruitment but typically includes multiple interviews and may take several weeks depending on the position. All qualified applicants will be notified once the selection process has closed.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and continue to work without employer visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

At Pacific University, we are dedicated to offering experiences that are authentic, holistic, equity-minded, and responsive. Our communal success rests on the recognition that complex problems and effective solutions are best approached by teams with a variety of diverse perspectives. and life experiences. As we continue to develop our equity practices, we actively promote access to opportunities and equitable pay for all employees.

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs where they are unsure if they can perform every function in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job and that candidate may come from a variety of backgrounds and lived experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about how your background and skill set may qualify you for the role.

We, who make up Pacific University, aspire to become a community of purpose where everyone is enabled to be wholly and comfortably who they are; accountable for inclusive behaviors and practices; built on trust, civility, care, openness, and honest conversations often around critical subjects. We know that these values are critical to prepare for a global world with complex problems, through an asset-based mindset so that everyone is afforded an opportunity to succeed. We believe in fostering a workplace where every employee is respected, their contributions are valued, and they are provided opportunities to succeed.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying employees. Current benefits include:

• Generous paid time off (for vacation, holidays—including winter break—and sick leave)
• Medical coverage with alternative care options (with in-network services covered at 100% after payroll deduction)
• Comprehensive dental and vision plans
• Generous retirement contribution after one year of service with no match required
• Free mental health appointments
• Tuition remission for employees and their dependent child(ren) who meet eligibility requirements
• On-campus benefits, including free access to our sports facility and library
• Discounts on campus food, bookstore purchases, clinic services, and outdoor program gear rentals (including kayaks, snowshoes, and bikes)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

Pacific University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to complying with all applicable laws, including those concerning employment and workplace policies. We are committed to fostering a non-discriminatory and inclusive work environment. We are proud to encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including those from historically underrepresented groups.

NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

Pacific University makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. Applicable laws include, but are not limited to, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs at 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116 or via email at provost@pacificu.edu.