Assistant Dean for Academic Excellence & Student Success

Seattle-University; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition benefits

Health insurance

Wellness program

Job summary

Seattle University seeks an Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success to lead academic affairs, student recruitment, progression, retention, and completion initiatives within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with multiple university units, and a commitment to social justice, inclusion, and excellence in health education.

This 12-month staff position emphasizes program quality, accreditation preparedness, and student

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in a health-related field is required or preferred.
• Experience leading academic administration in higher education.
• Commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Excellent written, oral communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of trends and best practices in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to Registrar, Provost, Graduate Studies, and Student Success units.
• Oversee development of new academic programs through proposal processes.
• Monitor and uphold program quality and accreditation standards.
• Lead student recruitment, progression, retention, and completion initiatives.
• Support student welfare, advising, and success efforts across the College.
• Coordinate student governance and extracurricular activities related to academics.

Skills

Leadership

Program development

Assessment

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Graduate degree in health-related field

Job description

Seattle University seeks an Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success to lead academic affairs, student recruitment, progression, retention, and completion initiatives within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences. The role requires strategic leadership, collaboration with multiple university units, and a commitment to social justice, inclusion, and excellence in health education.

This 12-month staff position emphasizes program quality, accreditation preparedness, and student