Requisition Number (please reference): 1000189

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Purpose:
The Assistant Dean for Student Life contributes to the University-wide development and implementation of student life programs and initiatives that respond to issues of student welfare on and off campus. Through these programs, the Assistant Dean for Student Life strives to facilitate an integrated academic environment in collaboration with the entire Santa Clara community. The Assistant Dean will oversee policy development and implementation, attend to student welfare issues, support the University Judicial System, and act on behalf of the Associate Dean and Vice Provost for Student Life as a liaison to faculty, staff, students, parents, and community members. There are two Assistant Dean positions in the Office of Student Life.

I. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Policy and Procedure Development, Interpretation, and Implementation

Student Welfare and Advising

University Judicial System

Academic Integrity

Campus Climate

Special Projects

Liaison Responsibilities

II. Minimum Qualifications
Master's degree in higher education administration, college student services, education, counseling or related field preferred and 3-5 years of progressively responsible work in an academic setting required.
Demonstrated interest and commitment to the mission and direction of the institution as Catholic and Jesuit.
Minimum of two years of related experience in adjudicating student judicial affairs required. Experience in handling off campus disciplinary cases helpful but not required.
Experience with project management, publications, external relations and policy articulation and implementation required.
Ability to operate in a highly confidential manner and with minimal supervision and direction.
Evidence of strong problem resolution and crisis management experience.
Strong analytical skills. Excellent organizational, communication (written and oral), and public relations skills essential.
Ability to use a personal computer for word processing, Internet and data management required.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and exercise sound judgment.
Demonstrated ability to cultivate collaborative relationships with internal and external constituencies.

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