Associate Dean of Student Affairs

Associate Dean of Student Affairs Job no: 495371 Closes: 2/9/2026 5:55:00 AM Work Type:
Staff Full-Time Locations:
Lafayette, LA Categories:
Student Affairs

• Lead the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of Student Central operations, including workflow development, staff training, service delivery, and resolution of student concerns.
• Provide strategic direction for assigned functional areas, ensuring alignment with institutional priorities and student success initiatives.
• Oversee programming that promotes career readiness, leadership development, student engagement, and co‑curricular learning.
• Develop initiatives that support students’ academic, emotional, and social well‑being, fostering a positive campus climate.
• Direct the planning and execution of career services, testing and assessment, and student engagement initiatives.
• Lead efforts that enhance student retention, satisfaction, and overall engagement.
• Manage Social and Support Services to ensure students have access to resources addressing housing insecurity, food insecurity, crisis support, and related barriers.
• Provide leadership and oversight for grant‑funded initiatives, including compliance, reporting, program implementation, budget monitoring, and outcome measurement.
• Support the AVCSA in division‑wide planning, policy development, implementation, and assessment, including initiatives related to Title IX education and prevention.
• Lead the RFP and contract process for the Student Health and Wellness initiatives, including evaluation and vendor oversight.
• Build strong collaborative relationships with LCTCS partners and internal departments to streamline the student lifecycle from inquiry to completion.
• Monitor enrollment trends with functional leaders and support initiatives tied to Student Central.
• Co‑lead the development and evaluation of the College’s strategic enrollment plan and related performance targets.
• Participate in Title IX response efforts as a back‑up Title IX Coordinator.

• Evaluate programs and services using data‑driven decision‑making and continuous improvement strategies.
• Assist in the development and analysis of institutional research focused on student success outcomes.
• Assess student needs and coordinate appropriate support services, including referrals and supportive measures under Title IX.
• Develop and maintain data reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to inform planning and resource allocation.
• Ensure compliance with institutional, LCTCS, state, and federal regulations, including ADA and Title IX.
• Ensure programs and services reflect the diverse needs of the student population and are delivered at high‑quality standards.
• Establish goals, outcomes, and key performance indicators for assigned departments.
• Lead assessment efforts to measure effectiveness, efficiency, and impact across all service areas, including grant‑funded programs.
• Support consistent, fair and trauma‑informed practices in Title IX‑related processes.

• Build partnerships with academic departments, employers, community agencies, and wellness/recovery networks to expand student support services and workforce opportunities.
• Represent the division on institutional committees, councils, task forces, and Title IX‑related working groups.
• Collaborate with college leaders on cross‑functional initiatives related to student success and engagement.
• Cultivate and maintain external partnerships that support and sustain grant‑funded programs and expand student resources.
• Support institutional initiatives, foundation projects, and system‑wide LCTCS efforts that enhance the student and employee experience.
• Support institution‑wide Title IX education, prevention, and awareness efforts in collaboration with the Title IX Coordinator.

• Collaborate with Academic Affairs to create integrated approaches to student learning and success.
• Participate in the development of the division’s annual budget, resource planning, and assessment processes.
• Actively engage with student services and enrollment management team members to develop cross‑functional initiatives that…