Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs & Dean of Students, Office of the Dean of Students bei UT Health Science Center BU
UT Health Science Center BU · Chattanooga, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Senior
- Optionales Büro in Chattanooga
The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students is a senior leader in the Division of Enrollment Management & Student Affairs responsible for fostering a supportive and inclusive campus environment that enhances student success and well-being. This role provides vision, strategic direction, and leadership for key departments and programs within the division, including student conduct, advocacy, support services, and co-curricular initiatives. The position serves as a primary advocate for students, representing their voices in institutional decisions, and ensures alignment of divisional efforts with the university's mission and strategic priorities. The AVC/DOS reports to the Vice Chancellor for Enrollment Management & Student Affairs and serves as a member of the Vice Chancellor's leadership team. The AVC/DOS provides supervision and strategic direction for multiple departments in the division.
Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategic Direction
- Executes supervisory responsibilities, including recruitment, transfers, performance management, and other personnel decisions for the following departments: Office of Dean of Students, Students and Family Engagement, Disabilities Resource Center, Veterans Affairs, and other student support programs
- Leads strategic planning initiatives and establishes goals and objectives to optimize the allocation of financial, administrative, and staffing resources, ensuring alignment with the unit and divisional strategic plans
- Develops and implements operating policies and procedures in compliance with institutional regulations and unit objectives
- Designs professional development opportunities to enhance leadership capacity and fosters collaboration and cross-unit partnerships to advance student affairs initiatives
Student Conduct, Crisis Management and Compliance
- Serves as the chief student conduct officer, student ombuds and as one of the Deputy Title IX Coordinators
- Develops, implements, and upholds policies and practices that foster a safe and supportive campus environment, including providing oversight and strategic response to student behavioral concerns
- Serves as the authority and convener for the Behavior Intervention and Threat Assessment Teams to monitor, assess, and respond to student at risk mental and physical behavior
- Responds and assists with emergencies and personal tragedies involving students, coordinating appropriate communication plans, providing support and resources to students in need
- Serves as a resource for faculty and staff on student behavioral issues in the classroom and workplace
- Ensures compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including federally mandated reporting and disclosure requirements
- Minimizes institutional liability by systematically reviewing compliance protocols and practices
Student Development & Retention
- Develops and oversees programs and services that enhance the student experience, improve retention, and increase graduation rates
- Ensures high-quality and consistent student development programming across all departments
- Fosters co-curricular collaboration with other divisions and units to support student recruitment and success
- Oversees the quality and consistency of student development programming, services, and resources across multiple departments with the specific purpose of increasing student retention and graduation rates
Budget and Resource Management
- Coordinates with unit directors and the business team to develop and manage budgets, monitor expenditures, and ensure responsible financial stewardship
- Identifies and implements organizational changes needed to adapt to market and technological demands
Division Leadership & Campus Engagement
- Participates in the division leadership team and contributes to strategic planning initiatives, retention efforts, and University-wide committees
- Acts as a liaison with community leaders and external stakeholders to advance student development and engagement
The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- Strong knowledge of student development theory and best practices
- Expertise in crisis management, student conduct, and risk assessment
- Knowledge of compliance regulations including Title IX, ADA, FERPA, and the Clery Act
- Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Proven track record in developing and implementing policies, student development programs, and strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in crisis management, student advocacy, policy implementation, and fostering an inclusive campus environment
Review of applications will begin October 6, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or a related field (Doctorate preferred)
- A minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in student affairs or a related area
- A minimum of 3-5 years of supervisory experience responsibilities
- Proven track record in developing and implementing policies, student development programs, and strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in crisis management, student advocacy, policy implementation, and fostering an inclusive campus environment
Preferred:
- Eight (8) years of leadership experience in student affairs or related area
- Proven track record in developing and implementing policies, student development programs, and strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in crisis management, student advocacy, policy implementation, and fostering an inclusive campus environment
