Dean of Students

Description

Simpson University, a Christ-centered institution affiliated with the Christian and Missionary Alliance and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU), seeks a dynamic and compassionate campus leader to serve as the Dean of Students. Simpson seeks an approachable leader who advocates for students, sets clear expectations, and champions student success. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proven and impressive track record of proactively upholding conduct accountability, increasing retention through holistic student growth, and supervising teams through leader discipleship. The Dean will be a nurturing gift to the lives of our students and their pruning and care for our students will result in good fruit such as affection for others, exuberance about life, and serenity. They will help students develop loyal commitments, a willingness to stick with things, a sense of compassion in the heart, and a conviction that Christ's holiness permeates all. An ideal candidate will know how to build belonging in our students through personable , supportive , mentoring relationships while ensuring restorative compliance, spiritual leadership, and mission integration for Simpson's heritage and core values. We are excited to test and approve a Dean of Students who will instinctively collaborate with faculty, staff, and student leaders to create intentional healthy communities where students pursue their academics and God's calling in their lives. Our team is praying that the Lord will stir the heart of someone who feels called to join our vibrant community at Simpson.

Simpson offers generous benefits including medical, dental, vision, retirement and tuition benefit programs for employees and their dependents, paid holidays and vacation days. We also provide full dining privileges for lunch each day. We encourage Student Development staff to attend at least one professional conference and one mission trip per year with an expectation for staff to do fundraising to cover the costs for these activities. Redding is very affordable within California and considered a hub for excellent outdoor activities. Redding has a small airport with metropolitan access south of us in Sacramento and the San Francisco Bay Area by 2.5-3.5 hours.

General Expectations:

• Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ

• Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties

• Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook

• Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records

• Properly exercise tact, diplomacy, discretion, and professional judgment

• Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties

• Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties

• Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures


• Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area

• Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor

Qualifications:

• Education: Master's degree in student affairs, leadership, higher education administration, or other master's degree paired with mentored student affairs experience.


• Minimum 10 years in student development which may include undergraduate and graduate experiences. Experience with collegiate residence life, conduct systems, Title 9, and crisis management essential. Will consider time in similar roles for education or ministry.


• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills; ability to demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity to undergraduates from diverse cultural, economic and academic backgrounds.

• A candidate with a good life balance who can bring the joy of the Lord and fruits of the spirit every day to work.

• A demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practice with proficiency in budget management, data analysis, and policy development. Commitment to confidentiality, sound judgment, and independent initiative within a collaborative team.

• Ability to work flexible hours, including being on call much of the academic year.


• Ability to work as a team member and leader and collaborate with the Student Development team to bring holistic programming to the Simpson student body.

Exceptional Qualifications (not required but seen as advanced qualifications or worthy goals)

• Doctoral degree in a relevant field, or willing to balance work and gaining a doctorate while at Simpson.


• Preferred minimum of five years supervisory over full-time student affairs professionals in a Christian college setting.


• Significant leadership experience, such as directing multiple departments, managing large budgets, or leading crisis response teams.

• Active member in a Christian & Missionary Alliance church.

• Active in the student affair's professional organizations.
• Bilingual abilities to support Simpson's diverse community.
• Ability to understand and relate well to collegiate parents.

Essential Functions:

• Supervise and disciple six or more graduate assistants who serve as RD and Life Coach with a rotating specialty area of Student Development.


• Oversee student conduct processes, developing restorative policies that align with Biblical principles of accountability, fairness, and grace. Serve as the primary disciplinary officer, maintaining records and communicating with parents/guardians. Coordinate crisis response policies/procedures; coordinating hearing boards for complex discipline matters, and lead training for staff and students. Ensure compliance with federal/state regulations (e.g., Title IX, FERPA, Clery Act) and university policies; act as primary Title IX coordinator for student matters.


• Work with Student Development team to develop comprehensive training which balances bring in all 75+ student leaders for common experiences while allowing specialty training by individual supervisors for their team roles.

• Advise ASBSU and student clubs with the goal to expand leadership abilities, establish traditions, and belonging experiences within our student body.


• Curator of assessment data to usable dashboard graphics, and editor of the Student and Parent Handbooks. Primary contact between Simpson University and student parents. Will need to develop orientation and ongoing rich communication to involve parents and student's families.

• Serve as a Life Coach for 20 freshmen each year and collaborate with the team on leading our first-year seminar course.


Physical Requirements:

Job Title :

Dean of Students

Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)

95% indoors in controlled environments, mainly working in offices, classrooms, Residence Halls, and occasionally visiting hospitals. Will have some attendance at outdoor activities, intramurals, athletic games, and outdoor events.


Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)

Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler,


Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)

Sitting for long periods of time using a computer

Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:

Key (Based on typical week):

N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)

F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)

Activity

Frequency

Activity

Frequency

N

R

O

F

C

N

R

O

F

C

Lifting/Carrying

Twisting/Turning

Under 10 lbs

X

Reach over shoulder

X

11-20 lbs

X

Reach over head

X

21-50 lbs

X

Reach outward

X

51-100 lbs

X

Climb

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Crawl

X

Kneel

X

Pushing/Pulling

Squat

X

Under 10 lbs

X

Sit

X

11-20 lbs

X

Walk-Normal Surfaces

X

21-50 lbs

X

Walk-Uneven Surfaces

X

51-100 lbs

X

Walk-Slippery Surfaces

X

Over 100 lbs

X

Stand

X

Bend

X

Driving

Automatic Trans

X

Standard Trans

X

Other

Keyboard/Ten Key

X

Fingering (fine dexterity)

X

Handling (grasping, holding)

X

Repetitive Motion - Hands


X

Repetitive Motion - Feet

X

Salary Range: $71,000-$78,000 annually