Assistant​/Associate Dean of Student Affairs-School of Osteopathic Medicine

Assistant/Associate Dean of Student Affairs‑School of Osteopathic Medicine Please see Special Instructions for more details.

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Position Information

Position Title

Position Title Assistant/Associate Dean of Student Affairs‑School of Osteopathic Medicine

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Assistant/Associate Dean for Student Affairs‑School of Osteopathic Medicine is responsible for providing overall leadership and oversight of student support programs to enhance the educational experience at the University of Incarnate Word's School of Osteopathic Medicine ( UIWSOM ). Program oversight includes the areas of student affairs, student support, record maintenance, and alumni relations. The Assistant/ Associate Dean for Student Affairs‑School of Osteopathic Medicine reports to the Dean, School of Osteopathic Medicine.

Credentials of finalist will determine final title.

UIW has been identified year after year as one of the nation’s Great Colleges to Work For based on employee feedback. UIW offers an outstanding benefits package for full-time employees that includes medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, numerous paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. Tuition benefits include UIW tuition waivers, tuition exchange programs and Brainpower Connection discounts for employees and dependents.

Retirement benefits include 403b retirement plans with a 7% employer match, plus a retirement health solution. We also offer employer-paid Life/AD&D, long-term disability, pet insurance, an Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ), wellness programs, employee discount program, Public Service Loan Forgiveness ( PSLF ) eligibility and more! Please refer to the Human Resources webpage for additional details on our benefits and eligibility.

Job Duties

• Lead and administer the Office of Student Affairs ( OSA ) services and related administrative operations, including budgeting, defining and appointing staff positions, developing policies and addressing COCA student affairs and operational requirements; these areas include student orientations, scholarship and awards, maintenance of secure and confidential student records, student wellness, student counseling, student professional and social events, student interest groups, pipeline development, and alumni relations.
• Nurture a supportive, safe, and healthy environment for students, including collaboration with UIW Health Services in planning for and monitoring student health services (including compliance with required immunizations), student counseling and mental health services, anti-harassment training and support, diversity and cultural awareness training, HIPAA training, training for limiting exposures to infectious agents and environmental hazards, and safety and security training.
• Oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of annual recurring events including incoming student orientation, White Coat Ceremony, commencement, student awards, residency fairs, social events, and community service projects.
• Develop a solid alumni relationship program using social media, events, websites, interview participation, and other means of communication.
• Ensure that all academic records are maintained according to all applicable laws and accreditation requirements.
• Prepare and review the Student Handbooks for SOM programs annually.
• Coordinate development and implementation of student mentoring and career guidance programs and other innovative strategies to optimize…