Assistant Dean of Students

Assistant Dean of Students

Reporting to the Senior Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students provides support for student services and programs offered through the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS). The role includes serving as a point of support for student-related issues, assisting with coordination of intervention for student crises, and supporting strategic projects and initiatives. The Assistant Dean will contribute to a culture of care, responsiveness, and inclusion across the university community.

Essential Functions :

• Student Support & Case Management :
• Assist with student concerns, referrals, and follow-up.
• Assist with student crisis response and coordination with campus partners.
• Support the conduct and academic integrity processes by serving as a back-up Hearing and Appeals officer.
• Maintain accurate case management and documentation systems (Maxient, Navigate).
• Project & Initiative Coordination :
• Support the Sr. VPSA / Dean and divisional leadership with planning and implementation of strategic projects.
• Track progress, timelines, and deliverables for divisional goals.
• Gather and analyze data related to student engagement, retention, and success.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and project updates for leadership use.
• Program Development & Education :
• Assist with orientation, training, and outreach efforts to increase awareness of the ODOS and available student support resources.
• Assist in creating and disseminating materials that promote student awareness of ODOS policies and resources.
• Support divisional assessment and program evaluation efforts.
• Administrative & Operational Support :
• Assist with the coordination of logistics for meetings, events, and divisional initiatives.
• Review, update, and maintain the ODOS and Division of Student Affairs websites and related communication platforms to ensure timely and accurate information.
• Assist in editing and distributing office publications, reports, and outreach materials.
• Campus & Community Collaboration :
• Contribute to a culture of care, responsiveness, and inclusion across the university community.
• Represent the ODOS on committees and workgroups as assigned.
• Assist in developing educational materials and presentations for staff, faculty, and students that promote student well-being and effective intervention strategies.
• Policy & Compliance Support :
• Assist with the review, interpretation, and communication of university policies related to student conduct, wellness, and academic integrity.
• Help ensure compliance with federal and state mandates such as FERPA, Clery, and Title IX (as appropriate).
• Training & Professional Development :
• Assist in coordinating and facilitating training for faculty and staff on student support, behavioral intervention, and effective referral processes.
• Support student-facing workshops (e.g., managing stress, navigating conflict, understanding university processes).
• Additional Responsibilities :
• Serve as a member of the university's CARE Team, coordinating the response to students experiencing personal or academic challenges.
• Collaborate with the Associate Dean of Community Standards on complaints, investigations, and resolution of Code of Student Conduct and Academic Integrity violations.
• Liaise with campus partners, including Academic Affairs, to communicate ODOS policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Contribute to assessment efforts within the ODOS.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Prerequisite Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Bargaining Unit : Non-Aligned

Range / Band : 7

Salary Information : In compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Law, the annual salary range for this position is $95,000.00-$125,000.00 (USD). NJIT considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education / training, key skills, internal peer equity, and market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, or other items.