Associate Dean for Advising & Student Development

Saint Michael's College is seeking a dynamic and student-centered Associate Dean for Advising and Student Development to join the Student Success Center. This role oversees the institution's advising program and plays a key leadership role in advancing student success initiatives. The Associate Dean will coordinate outreach, training, and professional development for both faculty and professional advisors, while directly supervising Student Success advisors. In addition, this role serves as a senior advisor to SMC students, providing high-level guidance and support. Working collaboratively across the College, the Associate Dean partners with campus offices and staff to strengthen advising practices, enhance student support services, and promote retention and student development. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Oversee the College's Advising Program, including training and supervision of Student Success Advisors, coordination and outreach for professional and faculty advising, and maintenance of systems and data pertaining to advising Provide support, training, and coordination of new and continuing faculty advisors, working to develop and enhance the quality of advising across the College Advise faculty on student concerns and conflicts Advise an assigned cohort of students and monitor progress to graduation, meet regularly with students in need and on academic probation, and participate in the Academic Review Board Advise students on violations of the College's Academic Integrity Policy and attend academic integrity hearings as needed in according with College policy Collaborate with Registrar and Dean to support student degree planning, including advising and registration for incoming and transfer students Revise, produce, and maintain support materials and programs around advising, and collaborate with the Dean to provide student and faculty development in these areas Communicate with parents and families as needed around student support and experience Represent the office as needed on committees and at campus events The salary range for this position is $73k-81k. For the full job description, click here. We recognize that people assess their skills and experience differently. Studies have shown that some candidates may hesitate to apply for a position unless they feel they meet every qualification listed. However, many of the skills and responsibilities in this role can be developed on the job. If you believe you could bring value to our students and community and meet most of what we're looking for, we encourage you to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Benefits include health, dental, vision, employer-paid life and disability insurance, voluntary life, critical illness and accident insurance options, parental leave, flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care), 401(k), generous paid time off, paid holidays, employee and dependent tuition benefits, employee and family assistance program, well-being programs and opportunities, discounted gym membership, paid volunteer time, use of the athletic facilities and the library, and countless opportunities to attend presentations, lectures, and other campus activities.

Qualifications:

Master's degree or higher Minimum 5 years working with students in an academic or student life capacity Prepare and deliver written and spoken information to various groups Familiarity with Microsoft Office products Familiarity with scheduling software and learning management systems An offer of employment will be contingent upon the successful completion of background checks.

Application Instructions:

Please be prepared to attach the following documents after clicking on Apply Now button: Resume/CV Review of applications will start immediately. The position will remain open until it is filled. For a complete job description, benefits information, and to apply online, please visit: Saint Michael's College Careers .