Associate Dean of Students and Director for Student Support and Case Management

Position Overview

The Associate Dean of Students and Director for Student Support and Case Management serves as a deputy to the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students supporting the University’s Student Community, Advocacy and Support strategic area. The role will lead a comprehensive portfolio of campus and community strategies that support students facing obstacles impacting their success. This may include behavioral and/or mental health, physical health, basic needs resources, etc. The Associate Dean will assist the Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students with dual reporting lines to the Associate Vice Chancellor and Chief of Police, ensuring compliance with UNC Policy 1300.7: Regulation on Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Teams. The role will lead a team that administers the Aggie Campus Assessment, Response and Evaluation (C.A.R.E.), Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) and Aggie Source (food pantry and professional clothing) and other resources to support students and will facilitate students' connection with off-campus resources for housing, social services and other community resources. Additionally, the Associate Dean will serve as the primary administrator for case management database management system and distribution of case management cases, ensuring accurate data entry and collection for all cases. They will also provide direct case management services to students that include interventions, referrals, and follow-up support. The Associate Dean will collaborate closely with student affairs partners, faculty and academic colleagues, healthcare providers, and families to support students.

The Associate Dean of Students and Director of Student Support and Case Management may support student conduct administration and serve as a designated hearing officer as needed.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Minimum of seven years of progressive leadership and supervision experience in a post-secondary setting, with at least three years directing a department or function area within student affairs.
• Extensive experience in student conduct, threat assessment, behavioral intervention, and crisis management operations.
• Strong background in technology-based student conduct and case management record system governance (i.e. Maxient).
• Demonstrated leadership, sound judgment, political acumen, and discernment during challenging circumstances.
• Strong background in policy development and compliance and knowledge of local, state and federal laws and proceedings related to college students.
• Excellent organization, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Evidence of strong interpersonal communications skills and ability to cultivate strong partnerships with different stakeholders.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

• Current engagement or leadership with ASCA, HECMA, NaBITA, or other related organizations focused on case management and threat assessment in college and university settings strongly preferred.
• Prior experience at a large, public, R1 university setting.
• Demonstrated success at institutions with a comparable mission.
• Doctorate in higher education, student affairs or related field and experience managing crisis, threat assessment and parent and family communications, preferred.

Required License or Certification

• N/A

Special Instructions to Applicant

You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting. Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

Employee Benefits

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

Remote or Hybrid Work Arrangement

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.