Reporting to and in close partnership with the vice president for student affairs, the dean of students and associate vice president is a senior leader in the Division of Student Affairs and provides strategic leadership and operational direction for Macalester College's student experience. The role advances a holistic vision of student engagement, advocacy, education, support, and accountability that promotes student success, belonging, and holistic well-being. The position oversees a comprehensive portfolio, including student support, case management, crisis response, student conduct, residential life, health and well-being, disability resources, international student programs, counseling, health promotion and sexual respect, and the commencement ceremony. The dean provides supervision to four direct reports and over 40 staff in their area, while managing a budget of approximately $500,000.
The salary range is $129,000 to $140,000.
Qualifications
Requirements include a master's degree in higher education, leadership, or a related field, and a minimum of eight years of progressive leadership experience in student affairs, student services, or a related area. Preferred qualifications include experience within a higher education environment and a terminal degree.
Application and Nomination
- Contact Laura Puckett-Boler at lpb@spelmanandjohnson.com for confidential inquiries.
- Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.
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