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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Dean of Students. - Boca Raton, FL.

Responsible to the Vice President for Student Affairs, or appropriate administrator, the Dean of Students serves on the Student Affairs Leadership Team and coordinates the administration of the Dean of Students Office, serves as an advocate for students, and shares information with students, families, colleagues, and other interested parties with other members of the Student Affairs Leadership Team, the Dean of Students creates a culture of learning, safety, well-being and engagement by applying theories and learning outcomes that promote students' academic and personal success, thereby increasing student progression, retention and timely graduation.

Summary of responsibilities:

+ Provide leadership and guidance in analysis, review, creation and interpretation of student policies and procedures.

+ Establish community standards, advocating for student well-being, and overseeing all behavior standards for student life.

+ Work closely with the campus community to help ensure the safety and security of all students.

+ Serve as a primary point of contact for all students and families regarding non-academic matters.

+ Provides direct support and guidance of students facing academic, personal, or other related situations that could impact their student success.

+ The office serves as a referral source for other university and community resources to ensure students are successful.

+ Respond to emergencies, crisis situations and other sensitive matters that require direct support.

+ Serve as the primary resource to coordinate relevant departments to support impacted individuals.

+ Maintain open communication with students, parents, faculty and staff and collaborate with other departments to address student needs.

+ Provide direction and supervision of the units and directors within the Dean of Students Office.

+ Develop key collaborative relationships with campus administrative areas, faculty, and campus and community leaders to enhance planning and 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 University Community.

+ Provide direction and intervention for students in crisis and non-crisis including intervening with appropriate offices at the institution. May directly supervise processes within the division.

+ Responsible for the related administrative functions and processes, including Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution, the Admissions Review Board, Student Case Management/Care Services, Victim Services, Respondent Services, and crisis intervention/ response. Co-supervises (along with FAU PD) Victim Services.

+ Serves as the Deputy Title IX Coordinator for students.

+ Oversees the development of assessment and strategic planning/initiatives for the Office of the Dean of Students.

+ Serves as the University's Judicial/Conduct Officer for all non-academic student misconduct cases on and off campus (university wide).

+ Interprets and administers the student code of conduct.

+ Facilitates and coordinates any updates and oversight of maintenance changes to the Student Code of Conduct.

+ Responsible for the oversight of maintenance and updates the student conduct database and gathering of statistical information. Serves as liaison with FAU Police Department for Clery statistics.

+ Facilitates and leads continuous training presentations and seminars for the University community.

+ Leads the Behavioral Intervention Team for the University.

+ Serve as a resource to University faculty and staff in dealing with students' disruptive behavior within and outside the classroom.

+ Oversees the appeals process for Student Eligibility relative to Regulation 4.006 and Student Government and Student Organization Travel Procedures.

+ Serves in a primary on-call capacity for incidents on or off campus.

+ Serves on the University’s Emergency Operations Team.

+ Represent the University and/or the Division of Student Affairs through university engagement, interaction with the media, and consultation with parents of FAU students and other members of the community.

+ Routinely interact with Vice Presidents, Vice Provosts, Deans, and Directors regarding issues relating to the health and safety of students, student conduct, accessibility issues, and other related topics.

+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perks

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

+ Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

+ State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

+ State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

+ Flexible work arrangement plans

+ Sick Leave Pool Program

+ Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

+ Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day (https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf)

+ Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A master's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of appropriate experience required.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:

A PhD from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization preferred.

Salary:

$135,000 - $155,000 per year.

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some nights and weekends.

Application Deadline:

2025-05-05

Special Instructions to Applicant:

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

In order to be considered for a position, you must apply through this job website. For more information on how to apply for a position, please review the applicable Applicant Tutorial (http://fau.edu/jobs/applicant-resources/) . To contact Recruitment Services, send an e-mail to [email protected].

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communications assistance call 7-1-1.

Clery Act Information (https://www.fau.edu/police/clery.php)

Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.