Associate Dean of Students

New Mexico State University; Las Cruces (NM); Sur place; USD 53 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

New Mexico State University (NMSU) in Las Cruces, NM, seeks an Associate Dean of Students to lead student conduct processes, serve as a Title IX sanctioning officer, and oversee the Maxient system. The role focuses on ethical decision-making, harm reduction, and accountability while safeguarding student rights in a developmentally focused framework.

Collaborating with academic departments, housing, campus safety, and compliance partners, the Associate Dean will promote well-being and contribute

Qualifications

• Experience in student conduct, student affairs, or related higher education roles.
• Strong knowledge of FERPA, Title IX, and the Clery Act.
• Experience adjudicating Title IX or student conduct cases and working with CARE teams.

Responsabilités

• Provide leadership for university student conduct processes and serve as Title IX sanctioning officer.
• Coordinate Academic Integrity and Student Organization Conduct programs and oversee Maxient system.
• Support training for faculty, staff, and student conduct partners; uphold due process and student rights.

Connaissances

Interpersonal communication

Organization skills

Case management

Formation

Bachelor's degree

Associate's degree

Master’s degree

Outils

Maxient

Description du poste

Company Description

New Mexico State University (NMSU) is a public research university offering bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees across diverse fields, including agriculture, home economics, arts and sciences, business, education, engineering, and health and social services. Founded in 1888, NMSU is based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and serves a broad student population with a focus on academic excellence and community impact. The university maintains endowment assets of approximately $48.1 million, supporting scholarships, academic programs, and strategic initiatives. NMSU actively shares career-relevant news and information to help learners and professionals grow, supported by clear institutional guidelines and standards for communication and engagement.

Role Description

Under the direction of the Senior Associate Dean of Students, the Associate Dean of Students provides leadership and oversight for the university’s academic and non-academic student conduct processes, including serving as a Title IX sanctioning officer and alternate hearing officer for serious violations involving harassment, substance use, and interpersonal violence. The Associate Dean coordinates the university’s Academic Integrity and Student Organization Conduct programs, oversees use of the Maxient conduct management system, and ensures training and support for faculty, staff, and student conduct partners. The Associate Dean plays a critical role in promoting ethical decision-making, harm reduction, and behavioral accountability while supporting student rights and due process in a developmentally focused framework. This position collaborates closely with academic departments, housing, student involvement, campus safety offices, and institutional compliance partners, and contributes to student well-being through participation in the CARE and Behavioral Intervention Teams.

Required Education and Experience

Associate's Degree + 6 years of relevant experience or a Bachelor's degree + 4 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Educational Leadership, Law, or a related field.

Experience: At least three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in student conduct, student affairs, case management, or a related area within a higher education setting. Demonstrated experience adjudicating student conduct or Title IX cases and working with behavioral intervention or CARE teams.

Knowledge and Skills

Comprehensive understanding of FERPA, Title IX, Clery Act, and student conduct legal frameworks.

• Experience using and managing conduct database systems (e.g., Maxient). Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, including ability to effectively manage sensitive conversations and serve diverse populations. Strong administrative, organizational, and case management skills Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and campus stakeholders.

Target Hourly/Salary Rate

$53,165 - $67,786.96 commensurate with experience

For more information email [e-mail] or go to the NMSU jobs website at https://Career.nmsu.edu