Assistant Dean of Students

Job Description

Assist with providing general support and coordination for one or more major programs in the Dean of Students Office, such as Student Advocacy and Support, Student Outreach and Support, Commuter Student Services, Student Behavior and Conduct, and Parent and Family Programs.

MQ:
Requires application of advanced principles, techniques, and theory in a professional discipline or a thorough general business management knowledge. Knowledge of this level is typically obtained through a directly job-related Master's degree or equivalent formal training in a recognized field of specialization that is directly related to the type of work being performed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-related experience.

Department is willing to accept experience in lieu of education.

The University of Houston’s Dean of Students Office (DOS) is committed to student success. We advocate for students as they navigate personal and educational challenges, educate to promote a respectful and safe campus environment, and engage parent and family members as partners in the educational process. We aim to enhance the student experience by offering comprehensive support and resources, providing co‑curricular opportunities, and fostering a sense of belonging.

The Student Outreach & Support (SOS) services team is part of the Dean of Students Office and is committed to the success and well‑being of all students in our UH community. In collaboration with our campus, community, and healthcare partners, we work to help identify, educate, support, and refer students who may be experiencing complex personal difficulties such as a mental health‑related crisis that may impact them academically, personally, and/or socially.

The Assistant Dean of Students reports to the Associate Dean of Students and serves as a member of the office's extended leadership team, supporting the collaborative development, management, and evaluation of DSA in the Division of Student Affairs on University of Houston campus. This position serves primarily as a case manager and facilitates non‑clinical interactions with students in distress and/or navigating crisis situations through trauma‑informed care and identity‑conscious support, including managing an individual caseload of students, crisis follow‑up, and supporting the university‑wide behavioral intervention team (CARE Team).

The position also participates in campus‑wide educational and training efforts, departmental operations, projects, and committees.

Additionally, the Assistant Dean serves in an Administrator On‑Call rotation and supports students and their support system after crisis‑related situations have occurred on or off campus, including navigating high‑level issues of physical and psychological safety.

• Demonstrated success in implementing case management and crisis response efforts grounded in trauma‑informed care and identity‑conscious support.
• A commitment to working collaboratively in a student‑centered environment committed to the important values of shared governance, with enthusiasm for supporting a student body…