Dean of Student Affairs

Dean of Student Affairs

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POSITION DETAILS

The Dean of Student Affairs, reporting to the Sr. VP for Academic Affairs and Provost, directs all student support services and campus life programs at the College. They are responsible for creating a positive and supportive learning environment, addressing student concerns, and ensuring students have access to resources that foster their academic and personal growth. The Dean of Student Affairs is responsible for the leadership, vision, strategic planning and management of all student support programs. The position is required to have extensive collegial and collaborative relationships with students, administrators, faculty and staff within the College, CUNY and to interact successfully with a number of outside constituencies such as employers; faculty and staff of high schools and baccalaureate institutions; and members of the community. The incumbent is expected execute and document initiatives and activities that contribute to the retention and success of students.

Budget

Manage and monitor all budget allocations and expenditures for all Student Affairs programs including CUNY, City, Research Foundation, federal, local, and private grants :

Ensure that Student Affairs departments manages funding allocation within the College’s financial constraints as stipulated by the President, VP of Finance, and Provost

Conduct monthly reconciliation / review of department allocations, encumbrances, budget modification and expenditures

Approve budget modifications

Serve as Principal Investigator for federal and local grants as requested

Student Success Initiatives

Coordinate and implement various Student Success Initiatives, including :

Oversee the Implementation of scholarships / stipends for current students in collaboration with College Advancement and the Executive Director of Student Affairs

Amend and implement mission and vision of Student Success Services via continued assessment and quality improvement

Overseeall orientation and engagement events

Participate in various national, regional, CUNY, and college meetings to develop, implement and evaluate various student success initiatives

Represent Kingsborough Community College through various national, regional, and CUNY student success initiatives including serving a Board Member for Community College Division of NASPA and NY State Jobs Linkages

Disaster Relief

Serve as Kingsborough’s point person for disaster relief as related to student needs - fund raising and CUNY-based programs to support students in emergency situations

Coordinate and document all student complaints and grievances

Collaborate with Academic Affairs, IT Support, Enrollment Management, Finance and Administration, and College Advancement to ensure all students concerns are addressed

Work collaboratively with Public Safety to maintain safety and compliance

Serve as a representative on committee and for Student Affairs events as requested by the Provost

Oversight and Compliance

Provide leadership and oversight to all departments and activities within the division of Student Affairs, including programming, outreach efforts, and the direct supervision of the directors of :

Men’s Resource Center

Conduct Office / Community Standards

Student Wellness Services – Counseling Center, Health Center, Wellness Center, and Women’s Center

Services for specific student populations - Access-Ability, TRIO Services,Access Resource Center, and CUNY Edge

Student Life and SGA, including mandatory trainings (KCC and CUNY) for designated student groups

Oversee all budget allocations, auditing, and compliance for the Child Development Center, Athletics, Military and Veteran’s Affairs, and KCC Association and Auxiliary

Manage and approve the expenditures and programming for the Student Union and Intercultural Center

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in counseling and disability services to foster a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment.

CUNY TITLE

Dean

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

$150,000 - $175,000

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement / pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID 31206, or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates must attach a resume, cover letter, and three professional references (name, title, organization, and contact information).

CLOSING DATE

November 6, 2025

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

CUNY Job Posting : Executive

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO / AA / Vet / Disability Employer.

Job ID

31206

Location

Kingsborough Community College

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