"Dean of Students, Student Services (A1600A)"

 ID: A16000A

POSITION:

The Dean of Students is responsible for administration and leadership of the Offices of Student Services. The Dean of Students works collaboratively and creatively with other university leaders to maintain and improve a living and learning environment conducive to student success. The Dean reports directly to the President of the university.

The Dean provides oversight for areas including campus housing, student activities, student government, student organizations, judicial affairs related to student conduct, student development, disability services, the Aggie Rec Center, the Student Wellness Center, and community events and actives. The Dean enhances the quality of student life through the development and coordination of co-curricular programs in support of student learning and student success on campus and in the community. The Dean has managerial responsibility for the supervision, evaluation, and training of professional and classified support staff as well as responsibility for the development and administration of the budget for the Office of Student Services.

The position is available August 1, 2024. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• An earned master’s degree in student affairs, educational leadership, or related field from a regionally accredited institution
• Five years of relevant, progressively responsible experience in student services or related activities at a college or university
• Commitment to student success, collegial decision making, and collaborative leadership
• Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated effectiveness in working with a diverse student, employee, and community population 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• An earned doctorate in student affairs, educational leadership, or a related field from a regionally accredited institution
• At least three years of administrative experience in a college or university environment
• Demonstrated experience cooperating or integrating student services with academic affairs

SALARY RANGE:

Commensurate with university standards, educational background, and experience. 

BENEFITS: 

Cameron University offers a wide variety of comprehensive programs to benefit our employees. We are proud to offer such benefits as paid medical coverage for our employees, ample time off opportunities and employee tuition waiver programs that extend to their spouses and children. To view all benefits available to employees, visit: http://www.cameron.edu/adminprobenefitssummary. 

INSTITUTION:

Cameron University (www.cameron.edu) is a state-supported regional institution located in Lawton, Oklahoma with a branch in Duncan, Oklahoma, that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. Dedicated to excellence, the university provides a wide range of economic, cultural, and educational opportunities for the betterment of all citizens. Master's-level graduate degrees are offered in business, behavioral sciences, and education; baccalaureate programs are offered in more than forty disciplines, and associate degrees are offered in many other studies. The close proximity of Fort Sill contributes to an area rich in cultural diversity and provides the opportunity for frequent cooperative efforts. The combined community of Lawton/Fort Sill has a population of more than 100,000 and is located adjacent to the picturesque Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge. A copy of the University’s Annual Security Report, listing crime statistics and university policies, is available by contacting the Office of Public Safety or by accessing the report online at www.cameron.edu/ops. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

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