The Assistant Dean is responsible for creating and implementing a vision, strategic direction and oversight for student conduct, crisis and emergency services and the functions of the campus basic needs hub. Through these areas the Assistant Dean will provide activities and programs that help cultivate a safe campus community grounded in student involvement, learning, and personal development for a diverse group of learners. The Assistant Dean will be expected to work with colleagues to create programs and services that reinforces UM-Flint's commitment to inclusion. The Assistant Dean reports directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor & Dean of Students and will assist with policies, standards, and goals for the department which are consistent with the mission and goals of the University and the Division of Student Affairs.
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future.
Benefits include:
The University of Michigan–Flint is a dynamic public institution that blends the prestige of the University of Michigan system with the personalized, community-focused atmosphere of a regional campus. Located in downtown Flint, UM–Flint offers academic rigor, accessibility, and close faculty connections across a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. The university emphasizes hands-on learning through internships, mentored research, and service-based projects, while also fostering strong student engagement through more than 100 student organizations, leadership programs, cultural centers, and campus events that help students build community and develop their interests.
UM–Flint has experienced consistent enrollment growth in recent years, with 7,124 students enrolled in Fall 2025 — a 9.1% increase from the previous year. The rise in undergraduate and transfer students reflects the university’s commitment to accessible, market-aligned degree pathways and has helped fuel a more vibrant student-life environment supported by the Division of Student Affairs.
UM–Flint also maintains a strong connection to the community. The Flint Community-Engaged Research Program enables students to work with local nonprofits on projects in public health, environmental justice, and more. A $746,000 digital equity grant has positioned the university as a regional MITTEN hub, offering technology and digital literacy resources to underserved communities while expanding student involvement in outreach and service.
Recognized as an “Opportunity College & University” by the Carnegie Classifications and supported by previous community engagement honors, UM–Flint continues to align its mission with both its students and the region it serves. Looking ahead, the university’s planned Innovation & Technology Complex — backed by a $30 million state investment — will further enhance STEM education, research, and workforce development. Together, these initiatives highlight UM–Flint’s commitment to academic excellence, student engagement, and meaningful community impact.