Student Affairs Leader, Osteopathic Medical School

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; San Antonio (TX); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

University of the Incarnate Word is seeking an experienced Assistant/Associate Dean of Student Affairs for its School of Osteopathic Medicine. The role provides leadership over student support programs, records, and alumni relations, reporting to the Dean of the SOM.

The position requires a terminal degree and extensive leadership in higher education, with focus on student well-being, compliance, and program development.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with MS Office suite and related systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment to social justice and inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and data-tracking abilities.
• Experience managing staff and budgets with strategic resource allocation.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards and processes (COCA preferred).

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee Student Affairs services and operations, including budgeting, staffing, policies, and records.
• Foster a safe, supportive environment addressing student health, counseling, and wellness needs.
• Coordinate annual events: orientation, ceremonies, awards, and residency fairs.
• Develop alumni relations via social media, events, and communications.
• Maintain academic records in line with laws and accreditation requirements.
• Oversee mentoring and career guidance initiatives for osteopathic students.
• Support educational research related to student well-being.
• Collaborate on accreditation documents and reporting with admins and faculty.
• Engage with students and serve on committees as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

MS Outlook/Word/Excel

Strong communication

Social justice commitment

Independent work aptitude

Problem solving

Data management

Staff and budget management

Prioritization of resources

Leadership and organization

Multitasking in deadline-driven env

Diversity and inclusion collaboration

Education

EdD/PhD or terminal degree

Tools

COCA accreditation knowledge

Job description

University of the Incarnate Word is seeking an experienced Assistant/Associate Dean of Student Affairs for its School of Osteopathic Medicine. The role provides leadership over student support programs, records, and alumni relations, reporting to the Dean of the SOM.

The position requires a terminal degree and extensive leadership in higher education, with focus on student well-being, compliance, and program development.