Dean of Students

Delphi Technologies; Alpena (MI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Alpena Community College in Alpena, MI is seeking an executive leader to provide oversight and supervision for Academic and Student Success Office operations, including the Student Success Resource Center, Admissions, Testing, TRIO grant activities, and Learning Resources Center. The role requires independent problem solving and acting as VP of Instruction in their absence.

Responsibilities include interpreting policies, coordinating reports, liaising for public information, and coordinating

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of community college experience.
• Title IX training and experience preferred.
• Assignment typically requires detailed knowledge of the organization’s operations.

Responsibilities

• Interpret departmental policies and procedures and issue instructions.
• Prepare reports reflecting progress and trends and establish recommendations.
• Coordinate graduation preparation and related events.
• Oversee student lists and communications to students on Dean’s List and probation.
• Respond to student relation issues including complaints and civil rights concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

CRM

Microsoft Office

Job description

Administrative, Exempt, Full-Time, 12 Month, General Fund

Classification Points:

Administrative Wage Scale, D

Bargaining Unit/Division:

None

Position Description:

Provides executive level leadership and supervision for various assigned aspects of Academic and Student Success Office operations including, but not limited to, the Student Success Resource Center, the Admissions Office, the Testing Center, TRIO grant activities, Learning Resources Center and accommodations. Assists in the coordination and implementation of college policy and procedures and special projects as directed. Regularly required to resolve complex administrative problems independently and assume the responsibilities of the Vice President of Instruction in his/her absence.

Position Responsibilities:

• Interpret departmental policies and procedures, making decisions on specific operating problems and issuing instructions in accordance with departmental precedents and policies.
• Prepare reports and analyses reflecting progress and trends making appropriate recommendations or drawing conclusions. Serve as institutional liaison concerning student services policies and procedures.
• Works with the Director of Public Information in publicizing the annual credit schedule and catalog information.
• Conduct research, develop content, and create effective reports.
• Handle confidential information which would have immediate negative impact on the college’s operations or effectiveness if shared beyond its intended audience.
• Serve on the Department Chair and Curriculum Committees.
• May represent the Vice President of Instruction on internal or external committees.
• Act as a contact point for faculty and staff regarding student success procedures, including payroll, course schedule, purchasing, and budget.
• Oversee the preparation of the letters and mailing to all students on the Dean’s List, academic probation and dismissal.
• Coordinate/supervise the early warning process each semester.
• Participate in graduation preparation, including coordinating the honors breakfast and the reception after graduation.
• Oversees student groups and organizations.
• Serve on the Clery Task Force Committee as the main student official.
• Serve as institutional representative in all student judicial hearings.
• Attends annual training related to sex discrimination and Title IX in order to stay abreast of new developments.
• Responds to student relation issues such as complaints, harassment issues and civil rights complaints.
• Serve as chief student personnel/discipline officer for the institution.
• Presence on the job is an employee’s fundamental obligation. Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President of Instruction.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Position Requirements

Position Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Minimum of five (5) years of community college experience. Preferred forms of experience include:

• Teaching
• Student Services
• Financial Aid
• Curriculum
• Course Scheduling
• Advising (career and academic)
• Working with federal rules and regulations
• Interaction with public school systems, universities, business, and industry.
• Event planning

• Demonstrated strengths in communication, teamwork, problem solving, follow-through, collegial interaction, ethical behavior, and commitment to the community college mission required.
• Title IX training and experience preferred.
• Assignment typically requires a detailed knowledge of the organization’s operations, organizational procedures, and personnel.
• Demonstrate ability and temperament to work with sensitive information.
• Demonstrate interpersonal skills and proficiency in business vocabulary to effectively represent the Student Success Office and the institution to outside parties.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to interact with others in a kind and courteous manner.
• Demonstrate attention to detail and decision-making skills to respond to high-pressure situations.
• Demonstrate time management skills to plan, manage, and coordinate activities and major functions.
• Demonstrated ability to use Customer Relationship Management (CRM) and Microsoft Office software.
• Possess strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to use independent judgment to make decisions to solve problems, organize and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines, adapt to changing priorities, and follow up on assignments.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Close Date 10/8/2026

Open Date 9/8/2026

Location Alpena Community College - Alpena Campus

About the Organization Alpena Community College is located in Northeast Michigan on the beautiful shoreline of Lake Huron. ACC offers two-year degrees, one-year certificates, customized corporate training, and community education to all of Northeast Michigan. Each semester, ACC attracts more than 2,000 students of diverse ages, backgrounds, and academic goals. Smaller class sizes, affordable tuition, and the convenience of two campus locations and online courses, make Alpena Community College a great choice whether you are starting college for the first time, or coming back to school for a new career or additional training. At ACC, you can work on a college degree or acquire specific skills in a number of fields to move you forward in your occupation, plus the courses you complete can be transferred to a four-year college or university.
Vocational/technical programs, distance learning programs, dual-enrollment, cooperative on-campus four-year degree programs and continuing education courses are all available right here, in Northeast Michigan.

EOE Statement The College policies and practices for admission, employment, and activities comply with requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967 (ADEA), the Americans with Disability Act (ADA) of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2010; Title II of the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sex, age, or disability. The College practices and policies also comply with the Michigan Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act (PDCRA) and the Michigan Elliott-Larson Civil Rights Act (ELCRA) which prohibits discrimination in hiring based on age, height, weight, and marital status and familial status in addition to race, color, religion, sex (which includes pregnancy) and national origin.
Alpena Community College prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. The Notice of Nondiscrimination is located at www.alpenacc.edu.

This position is currently accepting applications.