Assistant Dean of Students

Assistant Dean of Students
Rasmussen University 
Hybrid/Twin Cities Office - Bloomington MN

The vision for the Office of Student Affairs is to serve the co-curricular development of Rasmussen students in a way that enhances their student experience and increases their capacity as leaders, community members, and professionals. This office is responsible for activities related to student conduct, disability services, academic integrity, Title IX investigations, and student support services under the direction of the Assistant Vice President & Dean of Students in the Office of Student Affairs. The Assistant Dean of Students supports the Office of Students Affairs by assisting with all activities related to student development and student support while promoting the vision and mission of the University. Under the supervision of the Assistant Vice President and Dean of Students, the Assistant Dean of Students will assist in providing programming and training designed to increase students,’ faculty members,’ and administrators’ knowledge of community expectations around academic integrity and conduct. The Assistant Dean of Students will also support the effectiveness of the office by responding to escalated student appeals and grievances, consulting around policies and procedures, and ensuring Title IX compliance and sufficient support and services for students with disabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Supports the goal and strategic plan for the Office of Student Affairs
• Educates the university community about the operations of the Office of Student Affairs
• Engages in activities that promotes respect for students, faculty, and staff
• Facilitate student support and development programs and services that reflect the university mission
• Effectively responds to student support needs related to disability services, academic integrity, grade appeals, ombuds services, and Title IX
• Provides leadership and oversees the application of the American with Disabilities Facilitates resolutions to student concerns, grade appeals, and conduct concerns in a timely fashion
• Maintains accurate records
• Effectively collaborates with legal and academic partners
• Works with the Vice President and Dean of Student to develop the strategy for the Office of Student Affairs

Requirements:

• Demonstrated commitment to student success
• Demonstrated understanding of factors related to retention and success for adult students.
• Demonstrated understanding of the American with Disabilities Act and Title IX
• Demonstrated effectiveness in advocating on behalf of students, faculty, and staff
• Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in advocating on behalf of students, faculty, and staff
• Demonstrated experience working across units and strong knowledge of the programs and services represented within the University.
• At least three years’ experience in higher education.
• Evidence of effective, transparent communication; the ability to listen to and respect diverse perspectives
• Master's degree or higher preferred

About Us:

Rasmussen University is a regionally accredited private university dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through high-demand and flexible educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferrable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 23 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from their first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu.

At Rasmussen, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed supporting and encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome our employee’s differences regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.