Assistant Dean of Students

Lehigh University; Bethlehem (Northampton County); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated professional to support students' academic transitions and enhance their success. This role involves developing support services, managing academic programs, and liaising with various campus partners to ensure students thrive. With a focus on diversity and inclusion, the position offers a chance to make a significant impact on students' lives. Join a team that values professional development and fosters an equitable community, while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity for partial remote work.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant work experience in student affairs.
• Experience in advising and retention programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive support for students' academic transitions.
• Develop services for students in academic jeopardy.
• Lead programming within the Academic Life and Student Transitions Office.

Skills

Student Affairs

Academic Support

Counseling

Retention Programs

Education

Master's Degree in Counseling

Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

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Job no: 503369
Work type: Exempt Staff Full-time
Location: Partial Remote, Bethlehem
Categories: Student Life

Position Number: S80990

This position is a Grade: 10 - 40 with an approximate salary range of $66,270-$80,620, subject to change based on experience, skills, and qualifications.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Provide a data-driven comprehensive support system to facilitate students’ academic transition to Lehigh and address challenges to their success, retention, persistence, and degree progress.
2. Develop and coordinate support services for students in academic jeopardy, such as academic warning, probation, or identified through other academic indicators.
3. Serve as the ALST liaison to students and campus partners working directly with targeted student populations.
4. Lead the development and implementation of broad-based programming within the ALST unit.
5. Supervise, manage finances, and support functions of the Academic Life and Student Transitions Office and the Dean of Students Office.

Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Counseling, Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in academic support, advising, retention programs, or student affairs preferred.

Lehigh University is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diversity, equity, and belonging. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and the chance to impact students' lives positively. We are an equal opportunity employer and value a diverse community, encouraging qualified candidates to apply.

If you are motivated, experienced in student affairs, and committed to supporting academic transitions, we invite you to apply. Persons requiring accommodations during the interview or hiring process should contact Lehigh's Accommodations Specialist.

This position may allow partial remote work as deemed appropriate by the supervisor. The expected start date is on or after July 1, 2025.

Successful candidates will undergo background checks including social security verification, education verification, criminal background checks, motor vehicle checks, FBI fingerprinting, Child Abuse Clearance, and credit checks as required.

Note: Only complete applications will be considered. Applications submitted after the posting is removed may not be accepted.

Advertised: May 05, 2025 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Open until filled

Lehigh offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Lehigh University is dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We seek individuals who support our mission of an equitable community.

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