Assistant Dean, Student Services

Palm Beach State College; Loxahatchee Groves (FL); On-site; USD 61,096 - 74,673; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Fee Waiver

Health Insurance

Generous Time Off

Professional Development Programs

State Retirement Plan Options

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking college as an Assistant Dean of Student Services, where you will lead initiatives that foster academic achievement and personal development. In this dynamic role, you will manage student activities, oversee workshops, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance student success. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the student experience in a vibrant community dedicated to education and growth. With a commitment to inclusivity and professional development, this college provides a supportive environment for both students and staff. If you are passionate about education and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with four years of related experience.
• Supervisory experience is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the student services department effectively.
• Oversee student events, workshops, and disciplinary processes.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Conflict Management

Data Analysis

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

Master’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Professional

Job description

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Assistant Dean, Student Services

Apply locations Loxahatchee Groves Campus time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago time left to apply End Date: May 1, 2025 (25 days left to apply) job requisition id R0012478

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What We Offer

At Palm Beach State College, you will discover a place where ideas come to life and the heartbeat of a county begins. By joining us, you will be exposed to professionals from across the U.S. and abroad who are the strivers, reinventors, explorers, and influencers dedicated to developing talent that fills the most needed workforce roles. As the Panthers, we embrace a community of belonging, caring, and connection for our students and employees. We seek creative individuals to help PBSC fulfill its mission of inspiring hope, advancing skills, and transforming lives.

About this role

Responsible for leadership and management of the student services department. Ensures all student activities and wellness center functions are executed in accordance with policies, regulations, guidelines, and standards. Cultivates a campus climate that promotes academic achievement, professional growth, and personal development. Identifies needs, develops plans and projections, and collaborates with stakeholders to ensure the attainment of department and College goals, objectives, and development initiatives.

What a day of an Assistant Dean looks like:

• Develops, implements, and administers cocurricular and extracurricular educational activities. Oversees student events and travel in conjunction with student clubs and organizations.

• Directs workshops regarding College and program information requirements. Addresses requests from parents and students regarding programs, transfers, complaints, and discipline.

• Oversees the campus student disciplinary process and adjudicates cases.

• Supervises the administration of various tests. Ensures the security and confidentiality of College, State, and National tests and records, scoring procedures, data collection, and reporting.

• Oversees the design, development and administration of campus programs and operations to ensure student success. Evaluates the effectiveness of programs.

• Develops and strengthens relationships with campus service providers and works collaboratively to ensure successful outcomes. Meets regularly with internal and external stakeholders to discuss strategy, elements, and report on progress.

• Prepares, negotiates, and manages contracts and agreements with external agencies and vendors. This does not include grant contracts and labor negotiating.

• Maintains current knowledge of field and profession. Travels to training workshops, conferences, meetings and professional association events outside of college locations as needed.

• Guides, leads, reviews, verifies, observes, and manages the work of direct and indirect reports. Monitors and evaluates the performance of employees.

• Monitors expenditures in assigned budget and holds appropriate parties accountable for financial practices that promote sound fiscal management.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

We’d love to hear from you if you have the following:

Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree

• Four years of related experience

• Supervisory experience

Knowledge of:

• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications

Skilled in:

• Thinking strategically, effectively analyzing data, and implementing data-informed decisions

• Managing and resolving conflict in a positive manner

• Analyzing relevant information to solve problems

• Attention to detail while maintaining effective time and task management

Ability to:

• Interact in a positive manner with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing on a regular basis with internal and external customers, build relationships, manage customer expectations and take responsibility for a high level of service

• Create a collegial, team-building work environment, motivating staff, and cultivating productive, collaborative relationships with all constituent groups

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Regular physical attendance required

• Must complete FERPA training within 30 days of employment

Preferred, but not a must:

Ability to:

• Effectively communicate verbally and in writing in English and Spanish

Licenses, Registration, Certifications, or Special Requirements:

• Association of Student Conduct Administration (ASCA) membership

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

• Reach and grasp objects

• Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl

• Use of video display terminal

• Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills

• Communicate information orally and in writing

• Receive and understand information through oral and written communication

• Proofread and check documents for accuracy

• Work a fluctuating work schedule

This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

The minimum base pay for this position starts at $67,885.00 annually; however, the offer may vary based on the candidate’s education and experience.

Wait, there is more!

• Culture: Be part of an inclusive, Panther First environment where every role has a purpose, and employees have a sense of belonging.

• Education Benefits: Tuition fee waiver at PBSC, tuition reimbursement, degree recognition award, educational leave, and more. Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

• Health and Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, parental leave, and more.

• Generous Time Off: Vacation, sick leave, holidays, and spring and winter breaks offering additional paid time off.

• Panther Perks: Potential remote or hybrid opportunities, wellness programs, and apps related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.

• Professional Development: Leadership programs, professional learning workshops, and more.

• Retirement Investments: State retirement plan options and voluntary 403(b) and 457 plans.

READY TO APPLY? Here's your application preparation!

Please review the following information to apply for a position at Palm Beach State College:

• Carefully review the minimum qualifications advertised for the available position, as only applicants meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

• Background Check/ Drug Screen may be required based on the specific requirements of the position for which the application is being submitted. Employment is contingent upon passing a drug test and completing a criminal background investigation.

• An essential goal of the Office of Human Resources is to respond to all applicants once a selection is made. Please take notice of the position closing date advertised. Whenever positions are filled, the Office of Human Resources responds to all applicants who have submitted applications.

• The College conducts its employment activity within the State of Florida except for occasional brief and temporary pre-approved periods related to college travel.

Application Deadline

This position will close on April 30, 2025 at 11:59pm

About Us

About the College

Palm Beach State College, Florida's first public community college was founded in 1933 and has grown to become the largest institution of higher education in Palm Beach County. Currently serving a richly diverse student population of 49,000 annually, the College offers classes at five locations and offers bachelor's and associate degrees, professional certificates and workforce development programs. With more than 1,200 full-time employees, Palm Beach State College offers a highly attractive benefits package including health insurance, a retirement program, tuition assistance and paid time off.

In accordance with The Florida Open Records and Public Meeting Laws (286.011), also known as "the Sunshine Laws," all correspondence received from applicants for any position with the College is a matter of public record.

Palm Beach State College is an equal access, equal opportunity institution. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to applicants for employment or admission to the College. The College prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability or pregnancy in any of its employment or educational programs or activities.

Applicants who believe they have been discriminated against in the employment process should contact the Assistant Director of Human Resources/Equity Officer or Executive Director of Human Resources, at [phone] or 4200 Congress Avenue, Lake Worth, FL 33461. Written complaints need to be filed within 180 days from the closing date of the position for which the applicant applied. Claims will be investigated and a timely response provided. The College prohibits the retaliation against any applicant who utilizes the complaint procedure.

Accommodations

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