Assistant Director, Dean of Students

University of North Texas - Dallas
United States, Texas, Dallas
7300 University Hills Boulevard (Show on map)
Feb 20, 2025
Title: Assistant Director, Dean of Students Employee Classification: Asst Dir, Dean of Students Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas Division: DAL-Enrollment Mgmt & Student Aff SubDivision-Department: DAL-Dean of Students Department: DAL-Dean of Students-520000 Job Location: Dallas Salary: Commensurate with experience FTE: 1.000000 Retirement Eligibility: About Us - Values Overview: Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year. We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team. Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu. Department Summary The mission of Student Affairs: With a student-centered focus on education, Student Affairs creates innovative transformative learning opportunities, activities, and programs that prepare students to thrive personally and professionally as engaged members of a global society. Our vision is to provide UNT Dallas Students with co-curricular engagement and development opportunities that appeal to an intergenerational and diverse population to enhance student learning outside the classroom. Position Overview The University of North Texas at Dallas invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Dean of Students. The Assistant Director of Dean of Students will assist in the responsibility for providing innovative leadership for the student code of conduct, policies and procedures, Title IX and risk management for students and student groups. The successful candidate will be a highly motivated, student centered and dedicated professional. This position should be committed to the core values of integrity, respect, responsibility and collaboration, helping to engage students in the learning process. Individuals who are seeking an opportunity to challenge and support students to develop and become positive, contributing members of our academic community and society should apply for this position. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in related field and three years' of professional related experience; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Thorough knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). - Thorough knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate). - Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound business decisions. - Strong presentation skills. - Strong problem solving skills. - Strong critical thinking skills. - Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing. - Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. - Ability to work independently. - Knowledge of safety and security precautions appropriate to work performed. Preferred Qualifications The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications: * Five to seven years of progressive experience in higher education. * Experience working with community standards. * Active involvement in related professional organizations. * Significant knowledge and expertise in Title IX, Clery and other key compliance components. * Demonstrated ability to analyze complex issues with significant problem solving and critical thinking skills. Required License/Registration/Certifications Job Duties: Handles individual student problems, complaints grievances and rights adjustment situations and provides policy interpretation, as assigned and provides advice and counsel to students relative to personal, social, financial, academic and organizational concerns. Enforces, manages and communicates the University's student conduct system, stated regulations, risk management pertaining to students, academic integrity and sanctions, including administering the disciplinary system as stated in the Code of Student Conduct and conducts disciplinary investigations, as needed. Ensures that proper documentation of action and records are maintained, and keeps other involved offices informed of status, to include maintaining records for conduct in campus housing, the CARE Team and preparing, analyzing and maintaining statistical information related to the conduct system. Process Title IX inquiries and complaints from students, faculty, staff and third parties by investigations in a timely manner and providing a fair and neutral process for both the complainant and respondent. Serves as a Campus Security Authority for Clery and a Responsible Employee under Title IX. Maintain community service opportunities for student groups; work with appropriate University officials and departments to facilitate satisfactory solutions to issues and problems; and assess and develop education programs related to Community Standards. Maintain cooperative relationships with representatives of schools, colleges, regional campuses, campus departments, student support programs, and student organizations in regards to policies related to maintaining an appropriate academic living/learning environment. Serve as a member of the decision making body in relation to the revisions to The Student Code, including researching, evaluating, and recommending changes; serve on various additional committees. Other duties as assigned by the Dean of Student Affairs. Work Schedule: Weekdays: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., occasional after hours Driving University Vehicle: Yes Security Sensitive: This is a Security Sensitive Position. Special Instructions: Benefits: For information regarding our Benefits, click here. EEO Statement: The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.