Assistant Dean of Students

Job Posting Location:

Claremont, CA

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Job Description:

ABOUT POMONA COLLEGE: Located near Los Angeles, California, Pomona College is widely regarded as one of the nation's premier liberal arts colleges. Established in 1887, Pomona College is known for small classes, a challenging curriculum, close relationships between students and faculty, and a range of student research and leadership opportunities. Pomona is a member of The Claremont Colleges.

JOB PURPOSE: Pomona is seeking highly qualified candidates for the positions of Assistant Dean (Sophomore Class Dean). Working in the Division of Student Affairs and reporting to the AVP/ Dean of Students for Academic and Personal Success, the sophomore class dean is responsible for a comprehensive program of advising and class management in the context of a liberal arts setting. The sophomore class dean collaborates with faculty, staff, students, and community members to support equitable, inclusive, and sustainable learning environments. The sophomore class dean works closely with campus offices, including but not limited to: Counseling/ Student Health Services, Campus Life, Student Conduct, the Registrar, Financial Aid, Student Accounts, Study Abroad, affinity/ identity centers, and student success centers to both inform and enhance resources and services in support of student learning and engagement.                              

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Reporting directly to the AVP/ Dean of Students of Academic and Personal Success, the Assistant Dean of Students works independently and collaboratively to perform the following essential duties and responsibilities:

1. Develop programs and services to meet the holistic needs of sophomore year students at both the individual and community levels, in accordance with appropriate developmental markers and the current class dean curriculum/ learning outcomes.

• Serve as one of four class deans providing academic, personal, and administrative advice and counsel to a class of students.
• Serve as a point of contact for parents, faculty members, coaching staff, and other campus colleagues with academic and/or personal concerns about junior students.
• Provide support to students in addressing personal issues that may be a barrier to academic success; refer students to appropriate campus and community resources.

2. Collaborate with faculty, staff, campus partners, including Dean of Students Office, Campus Life, and Residence Life/Housing Office, Athletics, counseling and Student Health Services, and Accessibility Resources and Services, affinity/ identity centers, student resource centers and Campus Safety to promote academic, personal, and psycho-social wellness of students.

3.  Monitor student academic progress, document, and establish systems for student support – including students on academic probation, suspension and other students of concern. 

• Provide appropriate interventions and referrals to support resources. 
• Analyze information and build data-driven processes to improved procedures and protocols to encourage persistence, retention, and student success.
• Maintain case files and confidential student records in accordance with FERPA and College policy.

4.  Serve on the College’s behavioral intervention team to facilitate cross-campus partnerships to address students of concern and establish wraparound networks for support.

6. Keep current on trends and best practices in advising, retention, student development, and student success.

7. Other duties as assigned. Perform additional duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts is required.  Master’s degree in counseling, social work, student development or related field is highly preferred.
• Licenses/Certificates: A valid driver’s license or equivalent means of reliable transportation to off-site meetings and events is required.
• Experience:  At least three to five years of comprehensive student affairs experience working with college students, including diverse and/or underrepresented college student populations.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND CRITICAL SKILLS: This position must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job:

• Ability to work collaboratively and successfully across cultures at all levels of the College.
• Demonstrate effective, accurate and clear communication with excellent verbal, written, interpersonal, reading, customer service skills. 
• Strong organizational skills and expertise in planning, implementing, and evaluating student services; must complete work with accuracy and excellent attention to detail.
• Must have knowledge of student life issues that affect student success, such as, mental health, disabilities, sexual harassment and assault, alcohol and drug abuse, and eating disorders.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral), analytical ability, sound judgment, and the ability to handle difficult situations with sensitivity and objectivity.
• Talent to work collaboratively and effectively with multiple constituencies, including students, faculty, parents, alumni, and other campus colleagues.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community.
• Operate computers proficiently with basic Microsoft Office software (such as Word, Excel, Outlook, Access, Outlook) and associated professional software. Use assigned technology/devices/ equipment to achieve annual goals and maintain confidentiality.
• Prioritize and perform multiple projects, meet timelines, respond to others in a timely manner, and work both independently and as a collaborative member of the College with a high standard of integrity and ethics, in support of the College’s strategic vision and the department’s annual goals.
• Operate the College’s vehicles safely for campus-related work and meet all insurance-related requirements.

REQUIRED HOURS:  The regular hours for this full-time position are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.  Holiday, weekend and evening work hours will be required.  Travel may be required.  Regular hours may vary due to needs of the College or division.

ADDITIONAL POSITION DETAILS: The rate for this role is between $73,000 to $85,000 with a competitive benefits package. The specific factors that the College will consider when offering a salary to an individual will include, but not be limited to: education, training, relevant prior experience, and performance in prior roles. All staff positions are ineligible for visa or permanent resident card sponsorship. As a California employer, Pomona College requires all employees to be residents of California.

ADA/OSHA: This job description defines the essential job duties of this position.  The College expects that employees hired for this position can perform the essential functions of this job without imposing risk of substantial harm to the health or safety of themselves or others.  It may also include marginal functions, generally defined within Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).

DISCLAIMER: This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.  When duties and responsibilities change and develop, the College will review this job description and make changes of business necessity.