Job description
Reading, PA
Apply By Date: 08/19/2025
Application Status: Accepting Applications
Position Type: Full-time
Salary: Range: $55,000 – $70,000 per year
Working Hours:
Specific work hours to be agreed upon by the supervisor and employee prior to the onset of employment.
Summary:
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs is responsible for supporting the Dean of Student Affairs in the development, implementation, and management of student services programs that foster student success, engagement, and retention. This position will oversee various student affairs initiatives, providing leadership to student support services, and collaborating with faculty, staff, and community partners to enhance the overall student experience.
Year One Critical Success Factors:
- Have a thorough knowledge of the Care Team, care and conduct referral and response process, and the Student Code of Conduct to serve as the primary conduct officer.
- Collaborate with the appropriate departments to review the student onboarding process and revitalize the new student orientation program.
- Oversee the assessment of the student leadership program and make recommendations for improvement
- Establish new community partners to support the food pantry and other basic needs initiatives
Travel Requirements:
Limited local travel on occasion. Must have ready access to transportation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services aimed at enhancing student engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Oversee the Care Team and student conduct process. Convene bi-weekly meetings and ad hoc meetings as needed. Maintain the student reporting software (Maxient) to monitor behavioral and disciplinary referrals.
- Oversee the update of the Care Team response manual that includes protocols, procedures, and the NABITA Threat Assessment Rubric. Provide training for faculty, staff, and students on the use and purpose of the Care Team and the student reporting system.
- Assign referrals to Care Team members for follow-up. Collaborate with various departments and student service areas on individual action and support plans for students of concern as needed. Meet with students individually to follow up on conduct issues or behavioral concerns. Manage student referrals to college and community agencies and resources as needed.
- Assist the Dean in administering student disciplinary sanctions in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
- Collaborate with Campus Safety and Security in managing student conduct issues. Attend regular meetings with campus security staff.
- Oversee the Student Life area which includes new student orientation, co-curricular activities, clubs and organizations, fitness center, and food pantry. Hire, train, and supervise department personnel. Conduct annual appraisals of staff as required.
- Supervise the Director of Student Life and oversee the budget. Conduct an assessment of programs and events to determine programming needs of students. Implement student learning outcomes for extra-curricular activities hosted in the in the Student Life area. Make recommendations for program improvements including student utilization of activities. Collect and analyze data related to student engagement, retention, and success, using findings to inform program development and improvement.
- Oversee the development of a student leadership program that enhances the co-curricular experience of student clubs and organizations.
- Approve administrative contracts and payroll for club advisors. Review club advisor end of semester reports and approve for payment.
- Provide oversight of the Food Pantry. Hire and train staff that can provide case management to students. Oversee community partnerships with food supplies and other agencies that can provide support to students. Explore new partnerships that can provide necessary support to students. Supervise all food pantry staff.
- Ensure that the College is in compliance with HEOA which includes updating the Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and other policies that fall under the Student Affairs area.
- Assist the Dean in planning, coordinating, and overseeing of the annual commencement ceremony and the working groups that support the event.
- Serve on the College’s Institutional Planning Committee, Emergency Response Team, and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervise full-time, regular part-time and other part-time employees assigned to the position. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with College policies, Collective Bargaining Agreements and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, and taking corrective action with employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
- Master’s Degree in higher education or a related field
- Minimum of three years experience in an area of Student Affairs in a higher education setting
Preferred:
- Community College experience
- Supervisory experience
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Self-motivated
2. Ability to function productively and independently
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive working relationships
4. Excellent leadership/management skills
5. Ability to work collaboratively with members of the executive team, senior management team and other segments of the College community
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Internet skills. Knowledge of Ellucian Colleague or other administrative software a plus.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:
None
Communication Skills:
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and create and manage budgets. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, to sit and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
FOR ANNUAL SECURITY AND CRIME STATISTICS REPORTS: https://www.racc.edu/about-racc/clery
Working Hours:
Specific work hours to be agreed upon by the supervisor and employee prior to the onset of employment.
Summary:
The Assistant Dean of Student Affairs is responsible for supporting the Dean of Student Affairs in the development, implementation, and management of student services programs that foster student success, engagement, and retention. This position will oversee various student affairs initiatives, providing leadership to student support services, and collaborating with faculty, staff, and community partners to enhance the overall student experience.
Year One Critical Success Factors:
- Have a thorough knowledge of the Care Team, care and conduct referral and response process, and the Student Code of Conduct to serve as the primary conduct officer.
- Collaborate with the appropriate departments to review the student onboarding process and revitalize the new student orientation program.
- Oversee the assessment of the student leadership program and make recommendations for improvement
- Establish new community partners to support the food pantry and other basic needs initiatives
Travel Requirements:
Limited local travel on occasion. Must have ready access to transportation.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services aimed at enhancing student engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Oversee the Care Team and student conduct process. Convene bi-weekly meetings and ad hoc meetings as needed. Maintain the student reporting software (Maxient) to monitor behavioral and disciplinary referrals.
- Oversee the update of the Care Team response manual that includes protocols, procedures, and the NABITA Threat Assessment Rubric. Provide training for faculty, staff, and students on the use and purpose of the Care Team and the student reporting system.
- Assign referrals to Care Team members for follow-up. Collaborate with various departments and student service areas on individual action and support plans for students of concern as needed. Meet with students individually to follow up on conduct issues or behavioral concerns. Manage student referrals to college and community agencies and resources as needed.
- Assist the Dean in administering student disciplinary sanctions in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct.
- Collaborate with Campus Safety and Security in managing student conduct issues. Attend regular meetings with campus security staff.
- Oversee the Student Life area which includes new student orientation, co-curricular activities, clubs and organizations, fitness center, and food pantry. Hire, train, and supervise department personnel. Conduct annual appraisals of staff as required.
- Supervise the Director of Student Life and oversee the budget. Conduct an assessment of programs and events to determine programming needs of students. Implement student learning outcomes for extra-curricular activities hosted in the in the Student Life area. Make recommendations for program improvements including student utilization of activities. Collect and analyze data related to student engagement, retention, and success, using findings to inform program development and improvement.
- Oversee the development of a student leadership program that enhances the co-curricular experience of student clubs and organizations.
- Approve administrative contracts and payroll for club advisors. Review club advisor end of semester reports and approve for payment.
- Provide oversight of the Food Pantry. Hire and train staff that can provide case management to students. Oversee community partnerships with food supplies and other agencies that can provide support to students. Explore new partnerships that can provide necessary support to students. Supervise all food pantry staff.
- Ensure that the College is in compliance with HEOA which includes updating the Student Handbook, Student Code of Conduct, and other policies that fall under the Student Affairs area.
- Assist the Dean in planning, coordinating, and overseeing of the annual commencement ceremony and the working groups that support the event.
- Serve on the College’s Institutional Planning Committee, Emergency Response Team, and
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Directly supervise full-time, regular part-time and other part-time employees assigned to the position. Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with College policies, Collective Bargaining Agreements and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance, and taking corrective action with employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
- Master’s Degree in higher education or a related field
- Minimum of three years experience in an area of Student Affairs in a higher education setting
Preferred:
- Community College experience
- Supervisory experience
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
1. Self-motivated
2. Ability to function productively and independently
3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to establish positive working relationships
4. Excellent leadership/management skills
5. Ability to work collaboratively with members of the executive team, senior management team and other segments of the College community
Computer Skills:
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Internet skills. Knowledge of Ellucian Colleague or other administrative software a plus.
Certificates, Licenses and Registrations:
None
Communication Skills:
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts and create and manage budgets. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, to sit and to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
FOR ANNUAL SECURITY AND CRIME STATISTICS REPORTS: https://www.racc.edu/about-racc/clery
How to apply
Send a cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references, to [email protected]
Please indicate the job code AD-SA in the subject line of your email.
After sending in your documents, please fill out the online Job Applicant Identifier form. RACC is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with government regulations we are required to record numbers of job applicants by sex and ethnic category. We ask that you indicate your race or national origin and sex, but you are not required to provide this information. This information will not be kept with your application and will be used only in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Reading Area Community College, an equal opportunity college, does not discriminate against persons in employment, educational programs or activities, vocational programs or awarding of contracts based on race, gender, religion, national origin, age, color, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability.
In the spirit of this practice and in compliance with federal, state and local equal opportunity laws, the College gives notice that it has established an affirmative action/equal opportunity program. The College is committed to providing equal opportunity in hiring, promoting, training, retention, discipline and discharge and does not discriminate against any individual based on race, gender, religion, national origin, age, color, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. In addition the College is committed to maintaining/increasing the distribution of minority, female and employees with disabilities.
