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Dean of Student Success
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Position Number: 5795690
Location: Lake Jackson, TX
Position Type: Deans - Education

Dean of Student Success

Posting Number: 70913
Position Type: Administrative/Staff
FTE: Full-time
Department: Student Services

Job Summary/Basic Function:
Brazosport College is a premier institution dedicated to student success and achievement. This college seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to join the team as the Dean of Student Success.The Dean of Student Success at Brazosport College is a key leadership role responsible for elevating the academic and personal success of students. This position provides strategic oversight for comprehensive advising services, student success programs, retention initiatives, and student support services. The Dean of Student Success fosters an environment of growth and engagement that supports and empowers students throughout their journey at Brazosport College.Reports to the Assistant Vice President - Student Success and is responsible for the following duties and responsibilities;

Leads the strategic planning and execution of student success and retention initiatives/programs;
Develops policies and procedures that foster a supportive learning environment conducive to student achievement;
Drives the development of strategic initiatives that support and enhance student completion rates;
Directs the college's academic support services, units, programs, and departments;
Oversees and expand student success programs and targeted support services;
Serves as an advocate for student needs and enhances student engagement;
Manages student organizations and activities;
Ensures all students services comply with federal and state regulations;
Reviews and updates policies; maintain compliance;
Collaborates and partners with academic departments, faculty, and external partners to integrate academic support;
Develops and manages budgets for student services areas;

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of a Master's degree in Education, Counseling, Student Affairs, or a related field from an accredited institution;
Minimum of seven years (7) of progressive leadership experience in student affairs or student services within a higher education setting, with experience at a Director level or above for at least five years (5);
Experience in managing student conduct;
Experience in organizational effectiveness, research and continuous improvement activities, education, and supervision and management;
Excellent organizational skills and detail-oriented work habits;
Strong communication skills (oral and written), including the ability to present complex material orally and in writing and strong human relations skills;
Experience working effectively in teams across multiple areas of an organization;
Ability to work effectively with faculty and staff;
Demonstrated ability working with culturally diverse populations;
Other qualities, experiences, and skills that enhance one's value to the institution, including exceptional employment or educational qualifications, may be given special consideration.

Desirable Qualifications:

Physical Demands:
Able to traverse campus, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, vision, hearing, talking, and ability to drive to off campus locations.

Posting Date: 11/11/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
First Pool Date: 11/21/2024

Special Instructions to Applicants:

This position requires applicants to attach the following documents: resume, cover letter, and copies of transcripts for all completed college work.
Applicants must include a minimum of three (3) professional references in the reference section of the application.
An official transcript documenting the advertised minimum education requirement, is required upon hire. If your college/university is not from a US awarding institution, you must have your education credentials evaluated by a company that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Please refer to the NACES website for further information (www.naces.org).

To apply, visit https://employment.brazosport.edu/postings/4529