Associate Dean of Student Affairs

Overview

Associate Dean of Student Affairs at South Louisiana Community College, located in Lafayette, LA.

Employment type:

Permanent, Full-time. Salary: $68,100-$81,300. Closing date:
Jan 24, 2026. This role supports student services and engagement initiatives across departments, with responsibilities across leadership, institutional support, and collaborative partnerships.

• 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.
• Engage with student services and enrollment management team members to develop cross-functional initiatives that enhance the student experience.
• Foster a collaborative environment that encourages open communication, mutual support, and shared decision-making among staff and stakeholders to enhance student services.
• Promote a culture of knowledge exchange and mentorship to improve student services.
• Support mentorship, staff development, and cross-departmental learning, including training related to Title IX responsibilities.
• Serve as a backup Title IX Coordinator when designated, supporting intake, supportive measures, coordination, and institutional response as needed.
• Ensure staff in supervised areas receive appropriate training on Title IX obligations, reporting…