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Clarke University

Dean of Student Affairs

Dubuque, IA · On-site

The Dean of Student Affairs provides operational leadership and administrative oversight for student affairs functions that support student engagement, well-being, belonging, persistence, and ...

Clarke University

Dean of Student Affairs

Dubuque, IA · On-site

The Dean of Student Affairs provides operational leadership and administrative oversight for student affairs functions that support student engagement, well-being, belonging, persistence, and ...

Clarke University

Dean of Student Affairs

Dubuque, IA · On-site

The Dean of Student Affairs provides operational leadership and administrative oversight for student affairs functions that support student engagement, well-being, belonging, persistence, and ...

Lyon College

Assistant Dean of Student Affairs

Cabot, AR · On-site

$13 - $16.50/hr

Assistant Dean of Student Affairs Overview * The Lyon College School of Veterinary Medicine (LCSVM ... Rank * Full-time appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. Qualifications ...

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How much do associate dean student affairs jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for associate dean student affairs in the United States is $101,478.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $72,500.00 and $106,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an associate dean of student affairs do?

An Associate Dean of Student Affairs is responsible for overseeing student services and programs that support student success and well-being at a college or university. They typically manage areas such as student counseling, housing, student conduct, extracurricular activities, and diversity initiatives. The role involves collaborating with faculty, staff, and students to create a supportive and inclusive campus environment, as well as developing policies and responding to student concerns. Associate Deans of Student Affairs play a key role in shaping the overall student experience and ensuring compliance with institutional policies.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an associate dean of student affairs?

To thrive as an Associate Dean of Student Affairs, you need a strong background in higher education administration, student development, and policy implementation, usually supported by a master’s or doctoral degree in education or a related field. Familiarity with student information systems, campus engagement platforms, and compliance management tools is typically required. Exceptional leadership, conflict resolution, and interpersonal communication skills help you effectively support students and collaborate with faculty and staff. These abilities are vital for fostering a positive campus environment, ensuring student success, and upholding institutional goals.

How does an associate dean of student affairs typically collaborate with other departments to enhance the student experience?

An Associate Dean of Student Affairs frequently works alongside academic departments, student services, and campus organizations to create a supportive environment for students. This role often involves coordinating with faculty to address academic concerns, partnering with counseling and wellness services to support student well-being, and working with student government to implement initiatives. Regular meetings and cross-departmental committees are common, ensuring that student needs are effectively communicated and addressed throughout the institution. Collaboration is key to developing programs and policies that foster student engagement and success.

What is the difference between Associate Dean Student Affairs vs Director of Student Services?

AspectAssociate Dean Student AffairsDirector of Student Services
CredentialsMaster's degree or higher, administrative experienceBachelor's or Master's, student services experience
Work EnvironmentAcademic institutions, administrative officesStudent support offices, campus services
Employer & IndustryUniversities, colleges

The Associate Dean Student Affairs typically holds a higher-level administrative role with broader responsibilities in student policy, programming, and campus life. The Director of Student Services focuses more on direct student support, services, and program implementation. Both roles are vital in higher education but differ in scope and seniority.

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Infographic showing various Associate Dean Student Affairs job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 29% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,478 per year, or $48.8 per hour.

Associate Dean, Student Affairs and Admissions (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor)

WSU -

Dayton, OH • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 8 days ago

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EEO Statement
Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty Rank or Job Title Associate Dean, Student Affairs and Admissions (Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor) Job Category: Faculty/Instructional Department Student Affairs & Admissions-BSOM EEO number: 26Y296 Position FTE
100%
Minimum Annual Salary Negotiable Salary Band: FA NA Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Associate Dean for Student Affairs and Admissions (ADSAA) serves as a senior leader within the Boonshoft School of Medicine (BSOM). This individual provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Office of Student Affairs and Admissions (OSAA) including medical student admissions, student affairs, student wellness and well-being initiatives, student engagement, academic records and registration, financial aid services, and key components of the student experience within undergraduate medical education.
The ADSAA ensures a coordinated, student-centered environment that supports professionalism, well-being, academic success, and successful transition to residency. The role is responsible for leading holistic admissions and enrollment processes aligned with the mission and strategic priorities of BSOM and for fostering a supportive, respectful, and inclusive educational environment for all students, while partnering closely with academic leadership and relevant institutional stakeholders to ensure an integrated approach to student progression and support.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Candidates must possess a terminal degree in their field from an accredited institution.
  • If a physician, must be board certified or board eligible in their specialty and eligible for medical licensure in the State of Ohio
  • Five years' experience in a medical school or higher education environment with demonstrated knowledge of undergraduate medical education, student affairs, admissions processes, or LCME accreditation standards.
  • Minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in medical education, student affairs, admissions, academic affairs, student services, or a related area
  • Demonstrated record of scholarly, professional, or programmatic contributions in medical education, student affairs, admissions, or related fields, which may include publications, presentations, program evaluation, educational innovation, data-informed improvement initiatives, or other evidence of impact and professional engagement consistent with academic promotion expectations.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups, including faculty, staff, students, and institutional leadership.
  • Demonstrated success working collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and institutional leadership.
  • Demonstrated commitment to student success, professionalism, learner well-being, and educational excellence.

Eligible for faculty appointment at assistant, associate, or full professor rank; faculty rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.
  • Assistant Professor level candidates must fulfill all the requirements above.
  • Associate Professor level candidates must fulfill all the requirements above, along with at least 5 years' experience as an Assistant Professor with an exemplary scholarly portfolio and supervisory experience.
  • Full Professor candidates must fulfill all the requirements of Associate Professor along with at least 5 years' experience at the Associate Professor level with an exemplary scholarly portfolio and leadership experience.
  • For more information regarding the governing policies of faculty rank please review them online at: https://policy.wright.edu/policy/2120-policies-and-procedures-granting-promotion-and-tenure
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with LCME accreditation standards related to student affairs, admissions, and the learning environment.
  • Demonstrated experience leading admissions strategy, holistic review processes, enrollment management, or mission-driven recruitment initiatives.
  • Experience using student outcomes, admissions, or institutional data to support strategic planning and decision making.
  • Experience working collaboratively across academic, clinical, and administrative units in a complex higher education or academic health center environment.
Essential Functions and percent of time:
Student Affairs, Engagement, Conduct 45%
  • Provide strategic oversight for OSAA, including staff supervision, operational planning, budgeting, program assessment.
  • Oversee student support services and student organizations, co-curricular programs, and programs that promote professional development and student engagement.
  • Lead institutional efforts to promote student well-being, belonging, and a supportive learning environment.
  • Ensure compliance related to student health, safety, and onboarding requirements, i.e., immunizations, background checks, drug screening, training requirements, and other institutional/clinical site requirements.
  • Oversee occupational exposure (e.g., needle stick injuries, blood-borne pathogen exposure), including referral to appropriate resources, documentation, follow-up, and coordination with institutional and clinical partners.
  • Provide oversight for financial aid services for medical students, including coordination of financial aid counseling, scholarship/loan processes, debt management resources, and compliance with applicable institutional, state, federal requirements.
  • Serve as a key student advocate and advisor, providing guidance related to leaves of absence, student conduct matters, and challenges impacting student success and well-being.
  • Collaborate with Student Success, Medical Education, and clinical leadership to ensure alignment of student support systems with academic progression and learner development.
  • Provide leadership for student professionalism and conduct processes, including the review, triage, follow-up, and resolution of concerns involving student behavior, in collaboration with institutional partners.
  • Ensure structured institutional response pathways for student-reported mistreatment and learning environment concerns in collaboration with appropriate offices.
  • Serve in an ex officio role for the Student Promotion Committee and participate in committees related to student progress and academic standards.
  • Provide leadership for major student events and ceremonies, including orientation, White Coat Ceremony, Match Day, Convocation, Commencement.

Admissions & Enrollment Management 40%
  • Lead holistic admissions processes supporting the mission, values, and strategic priorities of BSOM.
  • Provide strategic leadership and oversight for applicant recruitment, interview processes, admissions committee operations, admissions decisions, and communication with applicants.
  • Serve as the primary liaison to the AAMC for admissions-related reporting and compliance, including adherence to admissions traffic rules.
  • Oversee admissions policies, procedures, technical standard attestations, and related governance processes to ensure compliance with institutional and LCME requirements.
  • Develop and implements enrollment management strategies informed by admissions and enrollment data.
  • Prepare and present admissions, enrollment, and applicant pool data to leadership.
  • Oversee operational systems to ensure efficient, accurate, secure, and student-centered admissions processes.
  • Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to align pathway, bridge, and dual-degree programs with admissions strategy and mission-driven recruitment goals.
  • Support recruitment and retention efforts that enhance the educational environment and student experience.
  • Maintain proficiency with admissions systems/technologies, including AAMC admissions platforms and institutional student information systems.
  • Ensure accuracy, integrity, compliance in student academic records and registration processes, in coordination with institutional registrar functions.
  • Oversee student scheduling processes, with emphasis on clinical elective scheduling and coordination across curricular, clinical, and administrative partners.
  • Maintain institutional accountability for visiting medical students records and processes, ensuring compliance and coordination with relevant partners.
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd):
Institutional Leadership, Accreditation, and Service 15%
  • Serves as a member of the Dean's Executive Cabinet and collaborates with institutional leadership on strategic initiatives related to medical education and student affairs.
  • Collaborates with the Associate Dean for Accreditation and Quality Improvement to ensure compliance with Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) accreditation standards related to student affairs, student services, admissions, financial aid, compliance, and the learning environment.
  • Participates in assigned committees, task forces, accreditation activities, and institutional governance processes.
  • Utilizes student outcomes, admissions metrics, and survey data to support strategic planning and continuous quality improvement efforts.
  • Oversees administration of Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) student surveys, including the Matriculating Student Questionnaire (MSQ), Medical School Year Two Questionnaire (Y2Q), Graduation Questionnaire (GQ), and other relevant assessments, and utilizes data to support continuous quality improvement efforts.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: Working Conditions
The appointment is expected to be at least 0.6 FTE administrative effort, with remaining effort devoted to clinical care, teaching, research, or scholarly activity, as appropriate to the candidate's background and qualifications.
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants Posting Date 06/11/2026 First Consideration Date: 07/11/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes

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