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Dean of Students

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Aurora University
Location
Aurora, IL

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Aurora University seeks talented staff and administrators who are passionate about supporting an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning.

Position Purpose: The Dean of Students supports learning by providing leadership and administrative direction for non-academic Student Life services and programs on campus that support student learning, foster a strong sense of community, and promote growth through engagement in the life of the university on campus. The Dean of Students is also responsible for communicating and interacting with the student body to understand their needs and concerns; and for setting and carrying out disciplinary policy as outlined in the Student Handbook.

Core Competencies:

  • Represents Aurora University in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, suppliers, and the community we serve. Interacts effectively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, students and other customers of our service, learns and uses operating practices of the department and Aurora University.
  • Upholds the Mission Statement: Aurora University is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. As a teaching-centered institution, we encourage undergraduate and graduate students to discover what it takes to build meaningful and examined lives. We empower our students to achieve lasting personal and professional success.
  • Handles all information with tact and discretion and recognizes the confidential nature of university business.
  • Supports learning through performance of essential job functions and performing other duties and functions as necessary or as assigned.

    • Essential Job Functions:

  • Strategically leads, directs, and coordinates the following student life functions/staff: residence life; campus engagement; student handbook; and student discipline.
  • Partners with functions across the university to develop, implement, and evaluate non-academic programs, activities, and events that engage, educate, and enhance the student experience on campus. This includes social and cultural activities. Participates in and attends such programs and activities regularly.
  • Collaborates with functions across the university to develop, implement, and evaluate programs that impact student persistence, retention, and student success.
  • Directs the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures, and programs that support the non-academic student experience.
  • Member of the CEOT. Responds to emergency/crisis situations as needed, including coordination of communication with healthcare providers and families.
  • Serves as a member of the Behavior Intervention Team (BIT).
  • Effectively manages all student behavior records in Maxient.
  • Oversees operating budget.

    • Essential Job Requirements:

    Education:

    • Master's Degree in student affairs, education administration, or similar field required.

    Experience:

    • 7-10 years of progressive experience in Student Life or relevant experience in a related department or discipline.

    Skills:

    • Exceptional leadership and diplomacy skills.
    • Positive attitude and ability to successfully collaborate with diverse populations across the university, to include students, faculty, staff, and families.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of and capacity to implement student affairs programs, policies, and practices.
    • Ability to mentor staff and advance a culture of service and collaboration.
    • Ability to create a climate responsive to student concerns.
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Exceptional listening skills.
    • Experience providing response and assistance to students in crisis situations.
    • In-depth understanding of student privacy issues.

    Benefit-eligible positions offer excellent benefits including health, dental, life, vision, long term disability, a 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA, and tuition remission. Please send resume with cover letter and contact information for three references including name, telephone and email address.

    Apply to:

    Aurora University
    Human Resources
    347 South Gladstone Ave
    Aurora, IL 60506
    630-844-5650 - fax
    jobs@aurora.edu - email

    Aurora University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

    Organization

    Working at Aurora University

    Aurora University (AU) is an inclusive community dedicated to the transformative power of learning. It is committed to helping students discover what matters and build their life around it.

    Academics

    AU is a private, nonprofit, independent university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. It offers more than 45 undergraduate majors — such as nursing, social work, business administration, criminal justice and psychology — and a wide variety of master’s and doctoral degrees that include social work and business administration. Degree programs are grounded in real-world experiences and are led by experienced, dedicated faculty members, nearly 140 of whom are full-time. The student/faculty ratio is 18:1.

    Almost 6,000 undergraduate and graduate students take classes on two main campuses — Aurora University in Aurora, Illinois, and George Williams College in Williams Bay, Wisconsin — as well as the nearby Orchard Center in Aurora and the Woodstock Center in Woodstock, Illinois. Online classes are also available. The Aurora University campus is located 40 miles west of Chicago.

    Athletics

    AU has 24 NCAA Division III teams competing in the Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference, Midwest Lacrosse Conference, Midwest Women's Lacrosse Conference and Northern Collegiate Hockey Association. About 700 student-athletes compete in sports. AU has a rich history and tradition of success across the spectrum of sport offerings. From conference championships to NCAA Championship appearances to academic awards and community service, student-athletes and staff continue to bring excitement and a sense of pride to Aurora University and all of the Spartan fans across the country. At AU, we firmly believe that intercollegiate athletics should promote the character development of participants, enhance the integrity of higher education, and promote civility in society. Toward these ends, we strive to adhere to fundamental values such as respect, civility, honesty and responsibility. Student-athletes and staff are always expected to operate with the principles of sportsmanship and ethical conduct in mind.

    A Brief History of Aurora University

    Founded in 1893 in Mendota, Illinois, as Mendota Seminary, the institution soon changed its name to Mendota College. By 1911, it had outgrown its facilities and the following year changed its name to Aurora College and moved to Aurora, where its students could take advantage of a thriving business environment and easy access to Chicago. In 1985, Aurora College changed its name to Aurora University to better reflect the magnitude of its academic offerings. Seven years later, Aurora University and George Williams College traditions blended when the two institutions entered into an affiliation agreement that paved the way for a merger eight years later. In 2010, the Woodstock Center opened to meet the needs of students in McHenry County and surrounding communities.

    Company info
    Telephone
    630-892-6431
    Location
    347 S. Gladstone Ave.
     Aurora
    Illinois
    60506-4892
    US
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