Job Details

Assistant Dean of Student Care & Well-Being

Job ID: 299604
Location: Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations.

With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields.

Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed.

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025.

Location

Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA

Department Information

Dean of Students

Job Summary

This position is highly collaborative and plays an active role in non-clinical student case management and advocacy by developing and implementing both long and short-term response plans. Work with complex student situations that have impacted the student's ability to be successful at the university. Examples of concerns include, but are not limited to, transition, physical and mental health, student safety, personal crisis, basic needs insecurity, and integration into campus life. The Assistant Dean will help facilitate a student's access to the college's and/or community services. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Student Care & Well-Being and works collaboratively with campus constituents, as well as, off-campus colleagues and partners. This position has been identified by Federal Law (Jeanne Clery Act) as a Campus Security Authority (CSA), with significant student and campus responsibilities. CSA's are obligated to report crimes reported to them which occurred on campus, in public areas bordering campus and in certain non-campus buildings owned or controlled (leased) by the University.

Responsibilities

Serves on Administrative after hours crisis response, on-call rotation as scheduled/needed
Provide educational programming aimed to assist in the student's overall well being and development at the university (e.g. campus student assessments, workshops, etc.)
Serves as a member of the Georgia Southern University's Behavioral Assessment Team (BAT)
Oversee the Food Pantry operations for the Statesboro campus
May supervise graduate/undergraduate student assistants
Meets with students seeking assistance through the Dean of Students office to ascertain their concerns and needs
Coordinates student referrals and soft handoffs to internal and external service providers (i.e.. mental health treatment, alcohol & other drug treatment, housing & food insecurity , etc.)
Maintains accurate case management records in Maxient and establishes a system of follow up for students who have been referred to campus or community resources, encouraging compliance with recommendations and care plans
Maintains effective partnerships with key departments including, but not limited to, Academic Affairs, GSU Police Department, Housing and Residential Education, Student Health Services, Counseling Services, Equal Opportunity & Title IX Office, University General Counsel, etc.
Communicate with student support networks as appropriate
Assists with the development of outreach efforts to expand awareness and collaboration for Student Care and Well-being, the CARE Team, and outreach directed toward encouraging appropriate, positive student behavior

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

Masters degree in higher education, social work, psychology or related field

Required Experience

Two (2) or more years of related work experience in higher education student affairs, or similar field
Experience with case management, or related field
Experience working with or supporting clients in crisis

Preferred Qualifications

Additional Preferred Qualifications

Commitment to the development of an academic-residential campus environment through student-centered, collaborative teamwork across academic and Student Affairs units
Familiarity with referral processes and typical campus resources.
Working knowledge of college developmental and mental health issues.
Skilled in assessment and continuous improvement of Student Affairs programs in higher education.
Current knowledge and experience applying best practices and appropriate legal/procedural regulations related to addressing students of concern.
Proven ability in assisting people in unbiased reflection on behavior, decision-making, and community membership.
Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations.

Preferred Experience

Three (3) or more years of related work experience in higher education student affairs, or similar field
Experience providing consultation to college faculty, staff, and administration.
Experience working with a student conduct database software, such as Maxient.
Experience managing confidential and sensitive information.

Proposed Salary

$62,000 - $64,000

This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References