Associate Dean for Student Affairs

Summary

The Barry University School of Law is searching for an Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Under the direct supervision of the Law School Dean, the Associate Dean for Student Affairs oversees the Student Affairs Division for the Law School. This includes supervisory authority over the following divisions: Student Life and Event Planning, Career Services, and Financial Aid. This position ensures integrity in the delivery of appropriate services to a diverse student population.

Essential Functions

Oversee and implement all student related matters by:

• Advising and counseling students as to all relevant Law School issues to include academic, student-related or personal concerns.
• Implementing and enforcing the Student Code of Conduct
• Manage all ADA students to include setting up testing arrangements and working with student note-takers.
• Counseling and disciplining students as necessary.
• Resolving discrepancies within students’ Law School applications and administering disciplinary actions to students, if necessary.
• Evaluating students’ petitions in regard to academic matters and recommending alternative solutions.
• Counseling students regarding probation letters and dismissals.
• Assisting students and the Registrar’s Office in day-to-day problems that arise.
• Participating in review of Honor Code complaints and making determination to send to committee for further action.
• Reviewing and making determinations on all excused absence forms submitted.
• Revamping policy for proctors for law school exams with Associate Dean for Academic Affairs.
• Interviewing students who to transfer to the Law School as an initial step in transfer procedures.
• Signing petitions for transfers/withdrawals.
• Serving as the liaison to Uwill teletherapy service.
• Assisting students in their development of professional identities and providing resources for mental health and wellness services.

Provide leadership and oversee the Student Affairs departments by:

• Supervising and counseling the Director, Student Financial Services and the Director, Career Services and Employer Relations to aid in the achievement of departmental goals and assisting with various challenges/obstacles presented to the departments as necessary.
• Supporting the Director of Student Life and Event Planning, who manages approximately 35 social student organizations and corresponding budgets of approximately $76,000.
• Providing guidance as to annual strategy for each department and assisting with employee personnel issues as presented.
• Ensuring that the Employment Questionnaire is completed accurately and timely.

Perform daily administrative tasks to:

• Assist the Dean and other Associate Deans and Assistant Deans as required to achieve the overall goals of the Law School.
• Oversee long-term administrative and budget planning for each department within Student Affairs.
• Correspond with Florida Bar regarding students who have incurred violations.
• Review amendments to students’ Law School applications.
• Assist with development of updates to student handbook.
• Review/revise Student Code of Conduct annually.
• Act as liaison with main campus to coordinate accommodated testing conditions for students with disabilities.
• Serve on various committees across the Law School community.

Oversee Law School campus events by:

• Overseeing all aspects and managing the coordination team for Law School graduation and commencement festivities, including graduate reception, for approximately 2,500 guests.
• Supervising the planning and implementation of student orientation, ensuring it runs smoothly and effectively.
• Overseeing the planning of the Barristers’ Ball for approximately 300 guests.
• Overseeing and supervising the annual pro bono fair, as well as all other career services and financial aid programs.

Perform other related duties as assigned or required by the Dean

Qualifications/Requirements

• JD degree required.
• Three to five (3-5) years of relevant work experience required, preferably in a law school or other higher education setting.
• Prior staff supervisory experience is required.
• Exceptional analytical capacity, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work with all members of the Law School community including faculty, staff, students, university colleagues, and alumni.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate, design, plan, and execute multiple complex projects simultaneously with attention to detail and high level of excellence.
• Tact, discretion, and experience handling highly confidential information.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently under pressure while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
• Strong technical skills, including full proficiency with standard business software and computer systems (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and the Internet. Statistical skills a plus.
• Experience strategically assessing priorities, managing change, and effectively juggling multiple complex activities in a time-sensitive environment.
• Proven track record of managing institutional change, leading staff, and developing partnerships with key stakeholders within and outside the organization.
• Experience developing and executing strategies to achieve short and long-term goals.
• Proven experience in general management, strategic planning, administration, and organizational development.
• Experience developing trusting long-term relationships with constituents and creating and maintaining a team culture.
• Exceptional written, organizational, and communication skills, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Experience ensuring integrity in the delivery of professional services to a diverse population.

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.