Dean of Students

Job overview

The Dean of Students role is onsite in Independence, KS, with annual compensation of $70,000–$84,000. The Dean reports to the President, serves on the Executive Cabinet, and leads the student experience at Independence Community College. The role exists to coordinate student-facing services and advance student retention, academic success, wellness, and belonging. It provides administrative leadership for Student Life, Housing and Residential Life, and Dining Services, while partnering across campus on programs, policies, and student support.

What you'll do

• Oversee Student Life, Housing and Residential Life, and Dining Services
• supervise and support staff development
• partner with faculty and staff on experiential learning and student engagement
• implement strategies for retention, academic success, development, wellness, and campus experience
• plan New Student Orientation
• support drug and alcohol prevention
• oversee student conduct processes
• serve as Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Title IX Coordinator
• respond to emergencies and crises as needed
• advise students and campus stakeholders
• and represent Student Life in college planning and community forums.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

dean of students

independence ks

independence community college

onsite

student life

housing and residential life

dining services

executive cabinet

student retention

academic success

title ix

$70,000–$84,000/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Master’s degree and three to five years of progressive Student Life or related experience are required. The role is primarily in a standard office environment during business hours, with additional hours as needed and travel to other campus sites, conferences, and off-campus meetings.

About the employer

Independence Community College is hiring for this role. Industry: Junior Colleges. Sector: 61.