Dean of Student Affairs

Clarke University invites applications for the Dean of Student Affairs position. The Dean of Student Affairs provides operational leadership and administrative oversight for student affairs functions that support student engagement well-being belonging persistence and holistic development at Clarke University. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs the Dean collaborates closely with colleagues across Academic Affairs Enrollment Management Athletics and institutional support areas to create an integrated and mission-centered student experience aligned with the values of Clarke University and the BVM tradition.

The Dean serves as a key student-centered leader responsible for fostering an inclusive supportive and developmentally focused campus environment that promotes student learning personal growth wellness engagement and successful transition through the collegiate experience.

Leadership Scope and Functional Oversight Residence Life

Residential education and community standards

Housing operations and student staff supervision

Residential programming aligned with student development and belonging

Wellness and Care

Counseling and health services coordination

Campus ministry and spiritual life collaboration

Behavioral intervention and care coordination

Student well-being education and prevention initiatives

Student Engagement

Campus activities and student organizations

Leadership development opportunities

Orientation and welcome programs

Intercultural and student belonging initiatives

International student support services

Student Basic Needs Support

Campus food pantry and basic needs initiatives

Referral networks and emergency support resources

Coordination of support for students experiencing food housing or financial insecurity

Student Success and First-Year Support

Coordination of first-year student support initiatives

Collaboration with faculty advisors and academic support services

Participation in retention and persistence initiatives

Student outreach and referral processes for students requiring additional support

Student Conduct and Student Support Processes

Oversight of student conduct processes and student behavioral response procedures

Coordination of student grievance and student support processes

Oversight of Title IX compliance processes and service as Clarkes Title IX Coordinator (Clarke will fund training if required.)

Essential Responsibilities

Operational Leadership

1. Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight for assigned student affairs functions and personnel.

2. Supervise support and evaluate professional staff within assigned areas of responsibility.

3. Foster a collaborative student-centered and service-oriented culture within Student Affairs.

4. Coordinate staff development and training initiatives that support effective student services and student engagement.

5. Develop and manage budgets for assigned student affairs functions in alignment with institutional priorities and available resources.

Student Experience and Engagement

1. Support the development of a campus environment that promotes student belonging engagement wellness and success.

2. Coordinate student engagement initiatives campus traditions orientation programs and leadership development opportunities.

3. Collaborate with campus partners to support student retention persistence and holistic student development.

4. Assist with assessment efforts related to student affairs programs and services and use assessment data to support continuous improvement.

5. Support initiatives designed to assist students experiencing academic personal or social challenges.

Collaboration and Communication

1. Collaborate closely with colleagues in Academic Affairs and Enrollment Management to support student success initiatives and student transition efforts.

2. Serve as a member of Academic and Student Affairs leadership meetings and committees as assigned.

3. Maintain consistent and timely communication with students families faculty and staff regarding student support processes and student affairs initiatives.

4. Participate in university events and activities in support of student engagement and institutional community.

Education and Experience

Masters degree in Higher Education Administration College Student Personnel Counseling or a related field required. Experience in progressively responsible student affairs leadership roles in higher education preferred.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with students faculty staff families and external partners and collaborators.

Demonstrated commitment to student development student support and inclusive student engagement.

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a collaborative and student-centered environment.

Knowledge of student affairs best practices student conduct processes and student support systems.

Demonstrated organizational problem-solving and operational leadership skills.

Ability to use assessment data and student information to support continuous improvement and student success initiatives.

About Clarke University

Founded by the Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Clarke University has long served the people of Iowa the Midwest and beyond by providing an exceptional education to its students and service to its community. Students and employees at Clarke comprise a close-knit community committed to learning service and personal growth.

At Clarke University we look for individuals who lead from the heart and embrace our values of education charity justice and freedom. By creating a community focused on care we empower everyone at Clarke to do and be their best. We offer meaningful work a safe and friendly work environment and an outstanding benefits package. If youre looking for a place you can make a positive impact we hope youll consider Clarke!

To apply upload a current resume and letter of interest at . Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.