Associate Dean of Students - WVU Tech (Beckley)

West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses located in Beckley, WV, is currently inviting applications for the following employment opportunity:

Associate Dean of Students. This position is non-classified, 12-month, full-time and benefits-eligible.

In order to be successful in this position, the ideal candidate will:

• Provide administrative direction for the housing and residence life program, including summer conferences.
• Supervise two full-time resident directors, Sr. Coordinator of Student Activities, and orientation Programs.
• Develop and foster living-learning centers in the residence halls that are committed to educational success.
• Formulate and implement campus-wide policies and procedures related to campus life.
• Serve as the chief campus student conduct officer.
• Coordinate division-wide assessment efforts.
• Conduct long-range planning for housing and residence life.
• Formulate and implement plans to enhance student engagement and support in out-of-class campus activities.
• Assist with daily student operation of the Dean of Students Office.

Location: Beckley, WV

Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m & occasional weekend hours

WVU Tech boasts a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio and an average class size of 17 students, allowing personalized attention in a supportive environment. WVU Tech is ranked first in the state for return on investment and is ranked seventh in the nation in annual ROI for students paying in-state tuition. The campus is in close proximity to several state and national parks and numerous recreational opportunities.

• Master's degree in college student personnel, higher education or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and directly related experience.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in Student Affairs administration, including policy formulation and implementation.
• Five (5) years progressively responsible experience in Residence Life/Housing Administration, including budget responsibility.
• Five (5) years of experience in Strategic Planning.
• Five (5) years of experience in Student Affairs Assessment.
• Five (5) years of experience in Student Conduct Administration.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to lead groups of students, faculty, staff and others.
• Diplomacy and Analytical Skills.

• Valid driver's license

At West Virginia University, we pride ourselves on a tireless endeavor for achievement. We are home to some of the most passionate, innovative minds in the country who push their limits for the sake of progress, constantly moving the world forward. Our students, faculty and staff make this institution one of the best out there, and we are proud to stand as one voice, one university, one WVU. Find out more about your opportunities as a Mountaineer at https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/ .

West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.