Assistant Dean, College of Music and Media Position Available In Orleans, Louisiana

Assistant Dean, College of Music and Media
Employer
Loyola University New Orleans
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana (US)
Salary
Negotiable and Contigent Upon Experience
Date posted
Mar 27, 2025
View more categories Description The Assistant Dean is responsible for developing and enriching the student experience across the School of Music and Theatre Professions and the School of Communication and Design. They coordinate student administrative activities with the Dean, Associate Dean, Director of Student Services, Technical Coordinator, and school directors and report directly to the Dean. Examples of Duties Work in tandem with the Associate Dean to develop and sustain a faculty/student advising model
Provides leadership and oversight for undergraduate internship programs by working with the Associate Dean, the school directors, chairs, coordinators, and the Career Center
Oversees the college’s study abroad offerings, maintains and disseminates a list of what’s available to students and faculty, works with the Center of International Education to create new opportunities for students and faculty
Plans with the Director of Student Services, faculty, and appropriate campus stakeholders for student admission, progression, retention, and advisement activities related to the undergraduate and graduate programs, both incoming and continuing
Assists in coordinating the college’s first-year experience, including both curricular and co-curricular elements
Develop and implement strategies to improve student course evaluations Work closely with the Director of Student Services to create a monthly e-newsletter to educate faculty and staff about the latest student trends
Coordinates directly with the Director of Student Services to enhance the student experience
Mediates problems between students, faculty, and staff
Plan and lead training meetings with students, faculty, students, and staff
Membership in relevant professional organizations, attending pertinent conferences, and presenting lessons learned to the college
Represent the college at campus and off-campus meetings
Works with school directors and Admissions to facilitate scholarship disbursement within the College.
Assist with planning, hosting, and evaluating CMM student events/activities
Special projects, as defined and assigned by the Dean
Other duties as assigned Typical Qualifications Minimum master’s degree in a relevant field. This could include but is not limited to fields such as education, administration, enrollment management, music, theatre, dance, or media production. Candidates must also have at least eight years of experience in college-level student services and support, demonstrating organizational skills, strong communication, data analysis, collaborative project management, time management, and conflict resolution. Demonstrated leadership qualities as evidenced in project outcomes
Superlative project management skills
Strong coaching and facilitation skills, including a thorough understanding of the programs in the college
Demonstrated ability to plan strategically, prioritize time, and manage the implementation of plans in a fast-moving, dynamic environment
A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
Expertise in writing grant proposals and/or conducting research to strengthen the student experience
Provide strategic leadership for student services operations; develop and manage a comprehensive range of resources and experiences that support student success, health, and well-being
Monitor student data and utilize technology to identify and lead proactive interventions; assist with reporting on student assessment, academic success, and learning outcomes.
Partner with campus-wide student support offices, including advising and academic services, counseling, student affairs, enrollment management, and others
Lead CMM student well-being efforts
Manage and coordinate student-engagement events and activities such as Welcome Week, Convocation, and regular wellness-focused events.
Support co-curricular initiatives for students, including student organizations.
Assist with student-facing communications and messaging, collaborate with faculty mentors, and engage with concerned parents
Be confident and comfortable making presentations in front of students, parents, faculty, and staff
An advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Zoom, and other necessary technologies
An innovative and measurable approach to programming and evaluation Preferred Qualifications A terminal degree in a related field. This is a staff position and does not include teaching or faculty status.
A background in and/or knowledge of the performing arts is preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Ability to lift and move materials up to 50 pounds
Ability to perform s duties with or without reasonable accommodations To apply:
A resume/CV and cover letter are required for full consideration. In accordance with the Campus Security Act as amended, Loyola University publishes annually and distributes to members of the academic community, and upon request to prospective (students/employees), an annual security report. That report includes current policies and procedures of the University Police Department for the reporting of campus crimes, notifying the campus community of occurrence of campus crimes, policies regarding access to campus buildings, the enforcement authority of the University Police Officers and their relationship to local police. University policies on the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs are outlined. The Campus sexual Assault Program and policy is described. Campus crime statistics as defined under this law for the last three calendar years are included. A copy of this report may be secured from the (Office of Admissions), (Office of Human Resources), or from the University Police Department. Loyola University New Orleans does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, disability, veteran’s status or national origin in its educational programs or activities, including employment and admissions. At the same time, Loyola cherishes its right to seek and retain personnel who will make a positive contribution to its religious character, goals, and mission in order to enhance the Jesuit, Catholic tradition.