JOB
The Dean of Students provides progressive visionary leadership for the student services program including: admissions, records, student financial aid, recruiting, public information, athletics, career advising, strategic enrollment management and retention management, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and student clubs and organizations. The Dean of Students leads the development of student services policies and develops and administers student services budget. The Dean of Students assumes administrative responsibility for all programs and coordinates with campus and site coordinators who provide daily operational administrative oversight. The Dean of Students works collaboratively with the executive team to deliver high quality programs and services that promote student success. The Dean of Students is proficient in multi-tasking and project management. The Dean of Students serves as a member of the President’s cabinet and reports directly to the President.Salary: Commensurate with education and experience according to ACCS Board of Trustees Salary Schedule B.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Provide leadership and overall supervision of all student services units consistent with the vision statement, the statement of purpose, and the institutional goals and objectives of the College and the Alabama Community College System.Coordinates the delivery of enrollment and retention initiatives for the College.Provides leadership and supervision to personnel in the Division of Student Services including but not limited to Financial Aid, Office of Registrar, Admissions and Enrollment Management, Dual Enrollment, and Testing.Plan and ensure annual evaluations of the student services units of the college.Administer permanent academic records including ensuring the integrity of the implementation of academic policies used to create and maintain academic records in compliance with professional standards and federal and state regulations.Monitors student records and evaluation of transcripts for transfer of credit.Maintain a record of compliance with state and federal education mandates and guidelines related to financial aid and student privacy.Develop a plan for budgeting, purchasing and distributing supplies, equipment and technology needs for all students services functions.Review, revise and publish all student services publications and materials, such as the Student Handbook printed and electronics.Develop key collaborative relationships with campus administrative areas, faculty, and campus and community leaders to enhance planning implementing strategic initiatives, resolving issues, and responding to crisis incidents.Coordinate Student Affairs response to major crisis and other unusual events impacting students within the college community.Advises the President in developing and interpreting data relating to student services to ensure programs correlate with the community needs.Plans and coordinates the College’s annual commencement ceremony, college visits, and student orientation (ROAR).Serve as chair of the Student Judiciary Committee.Manage the student services budget and approve all expenditures.Prepare student services related reports as required for the college to the Alabama Community College System and other agencies.Manage the development of an Enrollment Management Plan for the college.Assist in strategic planning for the college.Supervise the development, revision, and implementation of college policies and procedures.Assesses and evaluates the utilization and effectiveness of student services personnel.Communicate and collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students.Assist the instructional division with the Academic Counseling/Advising.Assist with the distribution of reports identifying concerns over student behavior utilizing a Student Behavioral Resource Team and Threat Assessment.Advise the President in developing and interpreting data relating to student services to ensure programs correlate with the community needs.Prepare and present enrollment updates and reports.Serve as the College American with Disabilities (ADA) Coordinator.Serve as the coordinator of Title V, VI, IX, and Section 504 of Title V, and Title VI for the College.Represent the College within the Reid State service area, state, and local professional groups and/or organizations, professional accrediting organizations and the community at large.Participate and provide collaborative leadership in professional development activities.Demonstrate ethical behavior, loyalty, honesty, and integrity, both on and off the campus.Actively participate in division/college committees and campus activities.Perform other duties as assigned by the President.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a completed application through the online application systems to be considered for this position. Submission of a completed application packet is the responsibility of the applicant. To be considered for an interview, (only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment, incomplete application packets will eliminate the possibility of an interview). The applicant must submit the following: A completed official College employment applicationA current resumeWritten verification of minimum, required work experience from a current or previous employer. Verification must include employment dates, job title, indicate if the employment was full-time or part-time, and be on official letterhead with an authorized signature.Copy of unofficial or official transcripts. (Transcripts must confirm applicant meets educational requirements.) Copies of High School diploma will not be accepted. Applications must be filed online at: https://www.rstc.edu/employment if at any point you have problems completing your application, contact the human resources department at Reid State Technical College (bjackson@rstc.edu).Please Note: All application materials must be electronic – It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), all required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process. WE DO NOT ACCEPT FAXED, MAILED, OR E-MAILED application materials. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expenses. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Reid State Technical College from the institution(s) granting the credits. In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a nonrefundable fee of $26.40 for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Reid State Technical College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security. Reid State Technical College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Reid State Technical College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. Applicants desiring reasonable accommodations for the interview are encouraged to request such accommodations when contacted for an interview appointment. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding. The College reserves the right to fill the position within one year of the stated anticipated starting date or not to fill the position due to budgetary or operational considerations. Further, the College reserves the right to fill more than one position in the same job classification should another vacancy occur during the search process.