Associate Dean - Student and Academic Affairs

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation's oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

The Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs is an essential position in the Doisy College of Health Sciences that provides support and oversight to over 1,634 enrolled students, 20 undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs (11 professionally accredited programs) and 5 academic departments. Under general supervision of the dean of the college, the position is responsible for the organization and oversight of student and academic affairs. The Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs functions as a primary point of contact for students in the Dean's Office for changes to student records, add/drop/withdrawal requests, and serves as a resource for student concerns, grievances, and academic progression. The Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs is responsible for working with chairs, program directors, and faculty to support academic program review and assessment, program curricular changes and new program offerings. The Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs holds a primary faculty appointment within the College.

Job Duties

* Provides leadership and support to academic departments on policy, assessment, and compliance. Supports the development, implementation, and evaluation of academic programs and policies.

* Provides support for curricular changes to existing programs and the strategic development of new programs within the College consistent with programmatic accreditation requirements. Supports strategic planning of future educational programming. Liaison with the Registrar on curricular and/or student issues and the University Office of Assessment.

* Represents the College on various College and University level committees including but not limited to the Doisy College Education Committee (DCEC), Graduate Academic Deans and Directors (GADD), Undergraduate Academic Deans (UADD) and Academic Grievance Committee.

* Oversees and manages undergraduate and graduate student academic record requests and works closely with departments in the college to develop and implement policies and procedures that promote student well-being and success.

* Serves as a mediator in academic disputes and student grievances, responds to student concerns, and works closely with departments on academic progression, issuing probation letters and advising students on academic progress.

* Serves as a liaison between the college and university offices and resources, including the Office of Registrar and Academic advising.

* Works closely with academic departments and programs during accreditation and reaccreditation and with faculty on assessment and revision of curricula. Conducts regular assessments of student programs and services to measure effectiveness and inform continuous improvement.

* Provides review, oversight, and regular assessment of student and academic programs. Analyzes data and provides feedback to the dean, chairs, and faculty to improve college policies and procedures regarding academic program management.

* Supports faculty development and promotes best practices in teaching and student engagement.

* Prepare reports for academic leadership, university, and external partners.

* Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in student affairs, academic affairs, and/or higher education administration.

* Knowledge of university processes and policies related to academic affairs, student progression, student retention, management of student grievances and program assessment.

* The ability to work collaboratively and maintain the strictest standards of confidentiality.

* Excellent communication, organization, analytical and computer skills, detail-oriented with an ability to plan and manage projects in a timely manner with minimal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in counseling, education administration, health sciences, or related field; supplemented with five (5) years related experience

Preferred Qualifications

Earned Doctoral degree. Experience with academic and professional accr

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Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. We welcome and encourage applications from minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities (including disabled veterans). If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.