Assistant Dean of Students

Salary: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 Annually
Location : College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University - St. Joseph, MN
Job Type: Exempt, Administrative Staff, Full Time
Job Number: 02236
Department: Student Success - SJU Coordinate
Opening Date: 07/08/2026


Position Summary
Student Development at the College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) invites applications for a full-time (1.0 FTE), benefit-eligible position of Assistant Dean of Students at Saint John's University.

Why Join Us?

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 18 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Remission for Eligible Dependents
• Employer Contributions to a Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program with access to free or discounted counseling, legal guidance, financial coaching, and more

Join a committed team dedicated to safety, community, and service in a supportive and values-driven work environment.

To learn more about our benefits, visit csbsju.edu/jobs.

The Assistant Dean of Students at Saint John's University reports to the Dean of Students and plays a key leadership role in shaping the residential student experience. The position provides oversight of student conduct grounded in restorative justice practices and student care efforts grounded in Benedictine values and principles. The Assistant Dean of Students position collaborates closely with the CSB Assistant Dean of Students, and contributes to a coordinated approach to student support across both institutions. The Assistant Dean also oversees a key leadership program and contributes to institutional initiatives that promote student success, wellbeing, and accountability. This role requires a visible campus presence and direct engagement with students, particularly in addressing concerns and responding to complex or emergent situations. The Assistant Dean advances a holistic student experience aligned with the institution's mission and commitment to an inclusive and supportive community.

Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement

The College of Saint Benedict (CSB) and Saint John's University (SJU) believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons.

CSB and SJU offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program (click the benefits tab above the position summary section to view more information). For further information regarding our institutions, visit


The posted wage represents CSB and SJU's good faith estimate of likely compensation at the time of posting. Actual pay will be dependent upon several factors, including the candidate's experience, qualifications, and skills, and may fall outside of the range indicated.

Responsibilities
Student Conduct and Care (40%)

• Oversee student conduct and care processes, including review of incident reports, case assignment, and coordination of follow-up actions.
• Serve as a conduct officer, adjudicating cases and assigning developmental sanctions as appropriate.
• Co-chair the Student Support Team and coordinate care response, follow-up, and referral to appropriate resources.
• Maintain the conduct and care databases, including tracking cases, outcomes, and sanctions.
• Prepare and analyze statistical reports to identify trends and inform recommendations; complete annual conduct and care reports.
• Recruit, train, and advise the Student Conduct Board.
• Develop and deliver training for conduct officers, appeal officers, and residential life staff on policies, procedures, and reporting protocols.
• Design and facilitate educational programs focused on student development, including ethical development, conflict resolution, and behavioral expectations.
• Provide guidance on open cases and sanctions to the Dean of Students, Director of Residential Life and other housing staff.
• Collaborate with the CSB Assistant Dean of Students to develop and implement curricular models for student conduct and care.

Oversight of the Johnnie Development Institute (JDI) (20%)

• Provide direct oversight of all aspects of JDI, including staffing, programming, hiring, training, and the curricular approach model.
• Develop and meet annual goals for the program.
• Monitor and advocate for program needs and issues including preparation of an annual report.
• Collaborate with appropriate campus colleagues to build a strong, lasting program that is impactful for all participating students.

Oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of a campus-wide bystander intervention program (10%)

• Lead the ongoing development, implementation, and assessment of a comprehensive bystander intervention program designed to promote student safety, wellbeing, and a culture of accountability and community responsibility.
• Coordinate training initiatives, workshops, and outreach campaigns for students, faculty, and staff to increase awareness of prevention strategies, risk recognition, and effective intervention techniques.
• Collaborate with campus partners, including student affairs, public safety, counseling, and health services to support program delivery and alignment.
• Continuously evaluate program effectiveness and adapt strategies to support prevention-focused educational initiatives.

Student Policy Review and Development (5%)

• Lead the ongoing review, interpretation, and development of student development policies and procedures related to student conduct, student support, crisis response, and campus life to ensure alignment with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to regularly assess policy effectiveness and implement updates aligned with institutional priorities and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor emerging higher education trends, legal developments, and best practices to support continuous policy improvement
• Provide guidance, training, and communication regarding institutional policy changes and expectations.

Serve as a Deputy Title IX Coordinator (5%)

• Assist with case management as needed
• Assist Title IX Coordinator(s) as needed to deliver area-specific Title IX training, outreach, and education.
• Maintain confidential records and assist with compliance reporting.
• Complete required annual training and remain current on Title IX legislation, regulatory updates, and best practices.

Coordinate on-call for the professional staff team. (5%)

• Serve on the Admin on-call team rotation.
• Coordinate and administer the on-call schedule for professional administration staff to ensure continuous coverage and timely response to student, campus, and institutional needs outside of standard business hours.
• Collaborate with departmental leadership and staff to communicate on-call assignments, updates, and protocols effectively.

Additional Duties (15%)

• Serve on institutional committees assigned by student development leadership such as safety committee, retention committee, registration committee, task forces, etc.
• Serve as the Residence Director for students living off campus.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum qualifications:

• Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, or related field
• Three years of post-graduate professional experience in a director-level role in student affairs or a related field
• Experience working in residential life and housing with knowledge of staff development, residential curriculum, and leadership development preferred
• Knowledge of or experience supporting men's development, engagement, and leadership
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.
• Experience with student conduct processes, including conduct management software
• Experience coordinating and facilitating programs, presentations, and trainings
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Maintain valid driver's license; must meet college defensive driving requirements
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed

Physical requirements:

• Requires working at a computer for extended periods, including typing, reading from a screen, and using various software programs essential for the role.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.

Travel requirements:

• Must be able to travel to conferences and professional development opportunities within Minnesota and nationally.
• Frequent travel between the campuses of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.

To Apply
Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply." Candidates are asked to complete the application form and submit a cover letter and resume.

If you require an accommodation to participate in the CSB and SJU hiring process, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or


It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University also utilizes E-Verify as part of its onboarding process to confirm work authorization.

The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.
The College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University (CSB/SJU) provides a comprehensive fringe benefit program. This brochure provides a summary of the current benefits offered at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University.


HEALTH INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the health insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect medical coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

DENTAL INSURANCE
Employees are eligible for coverage in the dental insurance plan on the first of the month following date of hire. If you elect dental coverage for yourself, you may also choose to cover your eligible dependents. The employee and CSB/SJU share in the cost of this benefit.

LIFE INSURANCE
CSB/SJU provides a Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) policy to employees. This insurance is effective on the first of the month following date of hire. The amount of term insurance provided is based on your annual salary.


You may also purchase additional life insurance in increments of one, two, three, or four times your annual salary. There is also a dependent life insurance package available.

LONG-TERM DISABILITY
After one year of benefit eligible employment, CSB/SJU provides disability coverage in the event of an illness or injury that prevents you from working.
VACATION
Paid vacation is accrued based upon FTE and the number of years employed. Vacation is cumulative from year to year to a maximum of 240 hours.


Employees working 100% time receive the following:


Vacation days per year Years employed
16 days 1-10 years
20 days 11+ years

HOLIDAYS
Full-time employees receive 18 paid holidays a year.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS
HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT
These plans allow employees to set aside part of their salary on a pre-tax basis to pay for IRS approved expenses.


VISION PLAN
This voluntary plan offers affordable vision coverage for routine eye exams, eyeglass lenses and frames, and contact lenses. Discounts on hearing exams and hearing aids are also included.

TUITION REMISSION
Tuition remission is an educational benefit provided by CSB/SJU. A full-time employee and spouse (if applicable) are eligible for tuition free educational benefits the first full semester after six months of employment. Full time employees may enroll for one undergraduate course per term, which includes summer: up to a maximum of 2 courses per year.


There is also a tuition remission program for dependent children of full-time employees. This program provides a financial resource to a son or daughter for meeting the tuition costs of undergraduate education. Eligibility begins the fall or spring semester following 2 years (24 months) of continuous full-time employment. There are also two consortia programs in which CSB/SJU participate where employees' children may apply for scholarships to attend other colleges/universities.


Tuition assistance is also available at Saint John's Preparatory School for the dependents of full-time employees.


PARENTAL LEAVE
A paid leave (up to 15 days) will be granted to eligible employees upon the birth or adoption of a child, pro-rated based on FTE. New employees are eligible for this benefit after twelve months of employment.


SICK LEAVE
Full-time employees earn up to 9 days of sick leave per year, pro-rated based on FTE.
Sick leave is cumulative from year to year up to a maximum of 720 hours (90 days). Employees may also use accumulated personal sick leave to care for ill family members.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free counseling resource available to
all employees and immediate family members.


RETIREMENT
Defined Contribution Plan
CSB/SJU provides a retirement program for all qualified full-time employees. The program is administered by Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association (TIAA).

Enrollment in the retirement plan will be effective the first day of the month following the date of hire unless the employee elects to opt-out.

The employee/employer contributions are as follows:
Year Employee Contribution CSB/SJU Contribution
1 3% 1%

2 3% 3%

3 3% 5%

4 3% 7%

5 3% 9%
Supplemental Tax Deferred Annuity Plan
In addition to the regular plan, a benefit eligible employee may voluntarily elect to contribute to this plan.
CONTACT INFORMATION

Saint John's University College of Saint Benedict
Human Resources Office Human Resources Office
Quadrangle 127 Main 223
Collegeville, MN 56321 St. Joseph, MN 56374
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* Benefits subject to change annually Revised 11/22/24
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Are you a U.S. citizen or legally eligible to hold employment in the U.S.? If you are offered employment, you will be required to complete a certification form and supply acceptable documentation to verify your identity and eligibility to be employed.

• Yes
• No

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Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status? Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this position.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a Master's degree in College Student Personnel, Educational Leadership, or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have three years of post-graduate professional experience in a director-level role in student affairs or a related field?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience working in residential life and housing with knowledge of staff development, residential curriculum, and leadership development preferred

• Yes
• No

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Do you have experience with student conduct processes, including conduct management software?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have knowledge of or experience supporting men's development, engagement, and leadership; and experience coordinating and facilitating programs, presentations, and trainings?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have the ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights, weekends, and on-call coverage as needed?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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