Dean of Students - WVU Institute of Technology (Beckley)

Description

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV is currently accepting applications for a Dean of Students.

About the Opportunity

The Dean of Students directs all Student Life programs and coordination of personnel services and programs related to WVU Tech's student development efforts. This role sets the strategic direction for student life programs and makes recommendations on related policies.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including :

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays ( staff holiday calendar )
• 24 annual leave (vacation) days per year ( employee leave )
• 18 sick days per year (for when you're ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family's, regularly scheduled medical appointments. Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information ? Check out retirement health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ's.
• Wellness programs

What You'll Do

Upward Bound, Student Success Programs and Counseling, Student Support Services, Residence Life, Dining

Services, Learning Communities, Student Activities, Cooperative Education, Career Services, International

Student Advising, and Public Safety

procedures; monitors and evaluates program effectiveness; effects changes required for improvement.

department function and recruits, employs, trains, supervises, and evaluates department staff.

and all facets of campus life.

students and / or the general public / local community.

analysis.

President's Cabinet as well as University planning and policy making committees and internal and external

committees and organizations as directed.

including internal college judicial and disciplinary procedures

functional area of the college.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in student affairs, higher education administration, public administration, counseling or closely related field

All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Ability to foster a cooperative work environment

Requirements

Requirements

Valid Driver's License

About WVU

West Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values - service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation - unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu.

West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or Veteran status.

Job Posting

: Oct 14, 2025

Posting Classification : Non-Classified

Exemption Status : Exempt

Benefits Eligible : Yes

Schedule

: Full-time