Dean of Student Affairs

INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY The Dean of Student Affairs provides operational leadership and administrative oversight for student affairs functions that support student engagement, well-being, belonging, persistence, and holistic development at Clarke University. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs, the Dean collaborates closely with colleagues across Academic Affairs, Enrollment Management, Athletics, and institutional support areas to create an integrated and mission-centered student experience aligned with the values of Clarke University and the BVM tradition. The Dean serves as a key student-centered leader responsible for fostering an inclusive, supportive, and developmentally focused campus environment that promotes student learning, personal growth, wellness, engagement, and successful transition through the collegiate experience. Leadership Scope and Functional Oversight Residence Life • Residential education and community standards • Housing operations and student staff supervision • Residential programming aligned with student development and belonging Wellness and Care • Counseling and health services coordination • Campus ministry and spiritual life collaboration • Behavioral intervention and care coordination • Student well-being education and prevention initiatives Student Engagement • Campus activities and student organizations • Leadership development opportunities • Orientation and welcome programs • Intercultural and student belonging initiatives • International student support services Student Basic Needs Support • Campus food pantry and basic needs initiatives • Referral networks and emergency support resources • Coordination of support for students experiencing food, housing, or financial insecurity Student Success and First-Year Support • Coordination of first-year student support initiatives • Collaboration with faculty advisors and academic support services • Participation in retention and persistence initiatives • Student outreach and referral processes for students requiring additional support Student Conduct and Student Support Processes • Oversight of student conduct processes and student behavioral response procedures • Coordination of student grievance and student support processes • Oversight of Title IX compliance processes and service as Clarke's Title IX Coordinator (Clarke will fund training, if re