Assistant Dean of Students

About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

Student Affairs-Student Life

Job Summary

The Assistant Dean of Students reports to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (AVPSA/DOS). The Assistant Dean is responsible for the development and administration of health and safety programming and assists the AVPSA/DOS with managing the student conduct process and co-chairing the Create Care Team. The Assistant Dean of Students provides leadership at the RiverPark campus with respect to student development programs and services. The Assistant Dean of Students works in cooperation with other departments across campus , and serves as a resource for students, parents, members of the faculty and staff regarding general student life issues, including Medical/Hardship Withdrawals, programming and education related to compliance (i.e., Sexual Assault and Violence Education (S.A.V.E. Task Force), Alcohol and Drug Education Task Force, etc.). The Assistant Dean of Students supports student success and retention through efforts that enhance student engagement, well-being, leadership development, and meaningful connections to the university community.

Responsibilities

Significant Duties & Responsibilities include: Student Support, Case Management, and Advocacy (25%) - Provides strategic guidance and support to students and student organizations by addressing complex student needs, facilitating access to campus and community resources, and promoting student success, well-being, engagement, and holistic development. Oversees the committee responsible for reviewing and processing medical and hardship withdrawal requests. Serves as the Student Affairs liaison to the RiverPark campus, providing support and coordination of student services. Assists campus partners in planning social, recreational, educational, and co-curricular programs that enhance the student experience.; Student Conduct and Behavioral Intervention (30%) - Leads the review of student conduct cases requiring disciplinary action to ensure recommendations are consistent with university policies, procedures, and best practices. Assists the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students with the annual review and revision of the Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and related student conduct procedures.; Health Promotion and Prevention Education (10%) - Develops, coordinates, and administers university-wide health and safety education initiatives, with an emphasis on alcohol and other drug prevention. Chairs or coordinates the Alcohol and Drug Education Task Force and is responsible for completing required institutional assessments, compliance reports, and related initiatives.; Student Organization Advising and Engagement (15%) - Advises and sponsors student organizations, serving as co-advisor to the Student Government Association. Supports student leadership development and organizational effectiveness through advising, mentoring, and consultation.; Administration, Budget, and Supervision (10%) - Manages the operational budget for the Office of the Dean of Students. Supervises graduate assistants and student employees, including hiring, training, evaluation, and professional development.; Institutional Leadership and University Service (10%) - Represents the Office of the Dean of Students and the Division of Student Affairs on university committees, task forces, and University System initiatives. Represents the university in the community on matters related to student affairs, student success, and student development. Performs other duties as assigned in support of the mission of the Division of Student Affairs and the university.

Required Qualifications

Required Qualifications include: Minimum qualifications include a master's degree from an accredited university in higher education, administration, student personnel, or related field and at least three years of experience in student affairs/student life. Five or more years of experience preferred.; Leadership experience must include three or more years of progressively responsible experience in administration and supervision in student affairs, at the coordinator level or above, preferably in areas related to at least a majority of those in the position description.

Proposed Salary

The proposed annualized salary range for this position is $66,468 - 73,277 and includes full benefits.


Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities include: Is expected to communicate effectively with all constituencies and continually monitor and improve program offerings in response to changing campus needs.; Excellent leadership and managerial skills and the capacity to supervise.; Knowledge of student affairs disciplines and best practices.; Knowledge of higher education law.; Excellent communications and interpersonal skills.

Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact Melissa Dempsey, Hiring Manager, via email at View email address on click.appcast.io.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

• Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.
• Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.
• Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.
• Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.
• Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.
• Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:

• A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
• Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
• Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.

*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.


Equal Employment Opportunity

Columbus State University is proud to be an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity institution. It is the policy of our institution to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnical origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws.


Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is considered a position of trust.
This position requires a purchasing card (P-Card).
This position will not travel
This position does not require security clearance.

Background Check

• Position of Trust + Education

Special Applicant Instructions

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