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JOB TITLE

Assistant Dean of Students

REPORTS TO

Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA)

DEPARTMENT

Office of Student Affairs

START DATE

December 1, 2026

CLASSIFICATION:

Full-Time Staff SALARY:

TBD The Assistant Dean of Students supports the mission of Andrew College by promoting student development, accountability, safety,and success. This position provides leadership and administrative support for the College's student conduct process, assists with TitleIX-related responsibilities, and supports housing and residence life operations. The Assistant Dean of Students is primarilyresponsible for overseeing and administering the student conduct process, including reviewing incident reports, conducting investigations orfact-finding as assigned, facilitating conduct meetings and hearings, determining or recommending appropriate outcomes within delegatedauthority, and monitoring compliance with assigned sanctions, etc. The position also assists with the implementation of college policies,student support initiatives, conflict resolution, crisis response, and educational programming that promotes responsible decision-making anda positive campus environment. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound judgment, strong communication skills, discretion,fairness, and the ability to work collaboratively with students, faculty, staff, coaches, families, and campus partners.

Duties and Responsibilities :

Student Conduct and Accountability - 70%

• Administer and coordinatethe College's student conduct process in accordance with the Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and applicable College policies,ensuring consistency, fairness, and appropriate application of procedures across the student population, including student-athletes andstudents participating in other College programs. Review and assess incident reports, complaints, referrals, and supportingdocumentation to determine appropriate next steps, including informal resolution, administrative action, or formal conductproceedings. Conduct student conduct meetings, administrative conferences, hearings, investigations, and fact-finding activities asassigned, including interviewing involved parties and witnesses, reviewing evidence, and documenting relevantinformation. Communicate student conduct procedures, rights and responsibilities, applicable policies, and potential outcomes tostudents, ensuring they understand the process and available options. Determine or recommend conduct findings and appropriateeducational or disciplinary sanctions within delegated authority; prepare and issue written notices, decisions, warnings, and outcomeletters in accordance with College procedures. Monitor and document student compliance with assigned sanctions, educationalrequirements, and behavioral expectations, and address noncompliance through appropriate follow-up procedures. Coordinate authorizedinterim measures and administrative restrictions and assist with conduct-related appeals or reviews as assigned, while maintainingappropriate separation of decision-making responsibilities. Recruit, train, and advise the Student Conduct Hearing Board and AppealBoard, providing guidance on hearing procedures, procedural fairness, confidentiality, and consistent application of collegepolicies. Maintain accurate and confidential student conduct records, monitor conduct trends, and assist with assessment, reporting,and recommendations for policy, procedural, and programmatic improvements. Serve as a resource to students, faculty, staff, coaches,families, and campus partners regarding conduct procedures, reporting options, behavioral expectations, and appropriate referrals, includingconnections to counseling, health and wellness, academic support, and other campus resources. Develop and facilitate educationalinitiatives that promote accountability, responsible decision-making, conflict resolution, community standards, and a safe and respectfulcampus environment. Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator, Campus Security, and other campus partners to support student safety,provide information about available resources and supportive measures, and assist with educational programming addressing sexual harassment,sexual misconduct, consent, healthy relationships, and bystander intervention. Participate in relevant Title IX training and professionaldevelopment to maintain knowledge of applicable requirements and institutional procedures. Housing and Residence Life - 5%

• Assist with the enforcement of residence life policies, housing procedures, and community standards. Support housingpersonnel in addressing residence hall incidents, roommate conflicts, behavioral concerns, and other residential studentissues. Assist with the coordination of residence life staff training and guide policy enforcement, incident reporting,documentation, and student engagement. Help coordinate responses to residential emergencies, facilities concerns, and studentwelfare matters in collaboration with Campus Security, Facilities, and other appropriate personnel. Student Development andAdministrative Support - 25%

• Support student learning, personal growth, leadership development, responsible citizenship, and acampus environment that promotes student belonging, engagement, and success. Assist with the planning and implementation of studentorientation, new student programming, student-athlete education, workshops, and other initiatives focused on institutional expectations,student behavior, wellness, safety, and community standards. Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Athletics, faculty, coaches, studentorganizations, and other campus partners to address student needs, promote student success, and foster a respectful living and learningenvironment. Provide appropriate support, referrals, and follow-up for students experiencing personal, behavioral, or adjustmentconcerns, connecting students with relevant campus resources and services. Assist with responding to student crises, behavioralconcerns, and campus emergencies in coordination with Campus Security, emergency services, and appropriate College personnel, includingimplementing established emergency procedures, student notifications, and follow-up actions as directed. Serve on Collegecommittees, including the Title IX Committee, CARE Team, and other institutional groups, and participate in assigned projects andinitiatives that support College priorities. Maintain accurate and confidential records, case files, correspondence, and reportsrelated to assigned responsibilities; assist with policy review, procedure development, assessment, and continuous improvement initiativeswithin Student Affairs while maintaining appropriate professional boundaries and safeguarding sensitive student information. Performother duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Prior experience supervising professional and student staffmembers Prior experience developing students Prior experience in student conduct Evidence of cultural competence andinclusiveness; sensitivity to and understanding of diverse perspectives that students and staff bring to their work, including those ofacademic, socioeconomic, cultural, race and ethnicity, ability, gender, sexuality, and intersectional identities Effective oral andwritten communication skills Strong organizational skills and attention to detail required Demonstrated ability to workindependently as well as in a team environment, and to work collaboratively with students and colleagues Demonstrated sound judgmentand integrity

Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, you may be required to lift and/ormove heavy items. You will also be required to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends.

MinimumRequirements:

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, higher education, student affairs, social work, or related field, and aminimum of 3 years of work experience in a higher education setting in student affairs or a related setting. Must be authorized forunrestricted employment in the United States indefinitely with no immigration sponsorship needed. Applicants should complete theQuick Application located on Andrew College's website for the desired position, along with submitting a cover letter, resume, unofficialtranscript(s) & three references with telephone numbers to: https://www.andrewcollege.edu/employment-opportunities/ Jennifer Mitchell, Director of Human Resources, hr@andrewcollege.edu Thereview process will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Andrew College-the United Methodistbeacon of educational, spiritual, and cultural uplift to Southwest Georgia since 1854- prepares students for lives of servant leadership andpurpose through higher education that is relevant to its region and beyond.