Associate Dean for Student Life

General SummaryThis posting will remain open until filled. Priority screening for application received by September 4, 2022. *About the Position*The Associate Dean for Student Life serves as an advocate for an accessible, welcoming, and inclusive community for all students and helps lead efforts to provide a campus climate that advances student success, personal development, and collaborative student learning experiences.
The Associate Dean for Student Life helps to resolve student conflicts and recommend student life policies and conducts assessments and evaluations.
This position reports directly to the Vice President for Student Services. In a key leadership and management role, the Associate Dean for Student Life will employ practices that develop a strong sense of teamwork, equity, and investment in Highline College's mission across all functional areas, while maintaining a culture of sustainable excellence, mentoring, and support for its staff.
The Associate Dean for Student Life is committed to equitable and inclusive practices and demonstrates continuous improvement in self-awareness, understanding of own culture, identity, biases, prejudices, privilege, and power.This position is an exempt, at-will, full-time position. Please be advised beginning October 18, 2021 of the Washington State employees requirement to be fully vaccinated from COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Additional details located in the Supplemental Information section. Essential Tasks*Reporting to the Vice President for Student Services (VPSS),** this position will:*
*Student Development*
* Serve as a strategic leader and subject matter expert in college student development to enhance outcomes that address the holistic student;
* Bridge the curricular and co-curricular student experience by thoughtfully collaborating with people and initiatives that cultivate campus partnerships and synergy to provide a seamless student experience and assure that a variety of student life opportunities are offered to all students;

* Provide organizational support, advocacy, and resources to the Highline Student Union, Associated Students of Highline College, and support the development and maintenance of student-driven clubs and organizations;

* Generate a comprehensive S&A funded events and activities calendar for the campus community, with special emphasis on building student leaders and campus communities;

* Provide ex-officio support to the Services and Activities Fee Fund Subcommittee of Associated Students of Highline College Student Government;

* Regularly hold student office hours/drop-in hours.

*Supervision*
* The Associate Dean for Student Life is responsible for the administrative and programmatic oversight of Campus View Student Housing, Center for Cultural & Inclusive Excellence, Center for Leadership and Service to ensure the values of learning, service, leadership and social justice are vibrant within the spectrum of department offerings;
* Maintains an awareness and understanding of current labor and management concerns, regulations, and contractual agreements;
* Provide staff development activities and coordinates professional development opportunities for staff and students (in-services, programs, training, events, teleconferences, etc.);
* Provide skill development training for staff and students (program evaluation and assessment, developing learning outcomes, time management, strategic planning, etc.);
* Take ownership of commencement and have management over commencement-related activities.
*Administrative*
* The Associate Dean for Student Life is the primary budget authority for all 522-funded programs and delegates signature, projects budget needs, and assists with the allocation of resources as needed;
* Prioritizes the fiscal management of S&A, including budget preparation, resource allocation, and partnership with the Highline College Budget Office;
* Use surveys, benchmarking, data and assessments to set and inform diversity, equity, and inclusion goals related to matters of student access, progression, retention, and completion;
* Contribute data and descriptive program information for Student Services reports and assessments;
* Serve in the on-call rotation as a designated Highline College evening administrator;
* Represent Student Life on the emergency response team.
*Student Services Division*
* Actively participates as a member of the Student Services Leadership Team and Student Services Administrative Cabinet in implementing division-wide strategic planning and initiatives;
* Develops policies and practices that enhance the ability of Student Services to interact with all divisions to create a supportive campus community that promotes the well being of students and ensures that diversity and inclusion are advanced throughout;
* Work directly and collaboratively with a team of Deans and Associate Deans;
* Develop and implement the student complaint process and when necessary, escalate issues and concerns to the appropriate executive leader;
* Contribute to the development of student learning outcomes and program assessment;
* Coordinate training on student development theories and social justice frameworks for student staff.
*Professional Development*
* Actively participate in online and in-person educational and professional activities, conferences, build knowledge, expand resources, stay current with compliance, rules, and policy, and will support the continuous learning of staff through
* Maintain active participation and engagement in relevant student affairs professional associations.
*General*
* Hire, train, evaluate, and supervise full-time exempt employees;
* Serve on department, division, and college committees, as needed or deemed appropriate by the Vice President for Student Services;
* Participate in regional, state, and national professional organizations pertinent to the field(s);
* Other duties as assigned.
*Competencies:*Supervisory and budget management experience;Experience developing and maintaining campus partnerships to support departmental goals;Strong technical, organizational, and data management skills;Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills; outstanding listening and relational skills.QualificationsA Bachelor's degree in Education Administration, Student Development/Affairs, Business Leadership or a related field; *AND*Three years of experience supervising, leading, and managing departments within an organization.Supplemental InformationApplicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.*Conditions of Employment*Highline College does require COVID-19 vaccinations for all students, staff and faculty -- with waivers for specific exemptions -- for those who physically attend courses, operations, or other in-person activities. This decision was made in accordance with [higher education proclamation](https://www.governor.wa.gov/sites/default/files/proclamations/proc_20-12.4.pdf?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery) 20-12.4. A candidate will not be asked to report their vaccination status unless they are hired by the college. If a candidate chosen for hiring is not fully vaccinated from COVID-19 and plans to submit a medical or religious exemption to this employment condition, the hiring process will be suspended until a decision has been made regarding any exemption application which is submitted. A candidate will not be allowed to do any work for Highline College or be onboarded as a new employee during the time period when the exemption is being considered. The request for an exemption does not guarantee approval.*THE COLLEGE*Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students -- a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional- Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees. *MISSION AND VISION*As an essential part of our [mission and vision](https://www.highline.edu/about-us/mission-statement/), diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. *APPLICATION PROCEDURE *Your online application must include the following to be considered complete:1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the position;3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.*CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:*National Criminal Background Check may be required.*APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT:*
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/highline
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*HIGHLINE COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER*
Highline College is an equal opportunity employer. The College is committed to enhancing the diversity of our faculty and staff, as well as our student population. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientations, and gender identity diversity. We strongly encourage applicants to apply without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other legal protected status.
*REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS*
The College complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants needing accommodations in the application process in an alternative format may contact the Human Resources office at (206) 592-3812. Persons who are deaf or hard of hearing may dial 711 to place a call through Washington Relay, the state's free telecommunication access service.
*TITLE IX POLICY*
Highline College complies with Title IX regulations. For details on our policies, see our website [https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/](https://humanresources.highline.edu/faculty-and-staff/policies/title-ix/)
The College appointing authorities reserve the right and may exercise the option to make an employment decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process.