Dean of Students, Daytona Campus

Job Description The Opportunity

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is now seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to join our team as Dean of Students at the Daytona Beach Campus. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Success, and overseeing functional areas including Housing & Residential Life, Counseling Center, Health Services, Fitness Center, Center for Faith and Spirituality, Student Engagement, Organizations, and Student Union activities, the Dean of Students provides leadership and vision for the development, implementation, and coordination of a comprehensive student affairs program.

The Dean of Students is responsible for fostering a supportive and inclusive campus environment that enhances student learning, development, and engagement. This position plays an essential role in shaping Embry-Riddle’s student experience by providing leadership, strategic direction, and accountability for the administration, development, communication, assessment, and improvement of students’ services and experiences in alignment with the university and campus mission and strategic plans.

• Leadership and Administration:
  Provide strategic direction and leadership to the Division of Student Affairs. Develop and implement policies, procedures, and programs that support student success and well-being. Supervise and evaluate the performance of student affairs staff. Manage the budget and resources allocated to student affairs programs and services. Serve as a key member of the university’s leadership team, contributing to institutional planning and decision-making.
  
  Collaborate with Dean of Students at the Prescott and Worldwide campuses to ensure a seamless student affairs experience across the university.
• Student Advocacy and Support:
  Advocate for student needs and interests within the university administration. Oversee student conduct processes and ensure fairness and consistency in disciplinary actions. Develop and maintain programs that promote student mental health and wellness. Responsible for conflict resolution and primary problem-solver for issues involving students. Works closely with Campus Safety, Title IX, faculty, department chairs, advisors, legal counsel, and others to resolve issues, including after hours and on weekends.
  
  Provide leadership and guidance when student-related crises occur and manage these crises at the campus- and individual level with discretion, and respect for students, families, and the institution.
• Community Building:
  Foster an inclusive campus community that respects and values diversity. Develop programs and initiatives that promote student engagement and leadership. Collaborate with academic departments and other university offices to enhance the student experience. Oversee the development of residential life programs that support student learning and community development.
• Compliance and Assessment:
  Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to student affairs. Conduct regular assessments of student services and programs to ensure they meet the needs of the student population. Use data to inform decision-making and improve student services.
• Communication and Support:
  Communicate effectively with students, faculty, staff, parents, and external stakeholders. Serve as a liaison between students and the university administration. Represent the university at various functions, conferences, and meetings.

For over 100 years, Embry-Riddle has been the world’s leading aviation and aerospace university, educating more than 30,000 students across residential campuses in Daytona Beach, Florida, and Prescott, Arizona, as well as through a global network of Worldwide locations and online programs. With more than 165,000 alumni around the world, our impact reaches every corner of the aerospace, aviation, defense and technology industries.

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