Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success

Months Per Year:

12

Work Model:

Onsite

Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University.

Seattle University's Core Competencies

Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives.

Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally.

Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions.

Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact.

Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness.

Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Job Description Summary

Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success provides leadership and oversight for academic affairs, student recruitment, progression, retention, completion, academic program quality, and student success initiatives within the College of Nursing and Health Sciences.

Position Description:

Seattle University invites applications to fill a new Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success position (12-month staff). We seek an enthusiastic, dynamic, thoughtful individual whose primary responsibilities are to lead and oversee activities related to academic affairs; student recruitment, progression, retention, and completion; and compliance with student-related policies, procedures, and expectations.

The Assistant Dean for Academic Affairs & Student Success must be committed to an executive leadership role that develops strategic ideas, makes organizational-level decisions, implements policies and procedures, and executes and evaluates initiatives that all contribute to student academic success and an overall positive student experience. They must be innovative, creative, collaborative, communicative, and transparent, valuing and encouraging the pursuits and contributions of a wide variety of faculty colleagues across multiple disciplines.

Seattle University College of Nursing and Health Sciences seeks individuals motivated to be part of a community-engaged, creative, and dynamic learning organization committed to social justice, teaching innovation, impactful research, and the formation of health professionals endeavoring to create a more humane world by meeting the health and healthcare needs of all people, especially those marginalized and underserved. We are looking to build a team that is inspired and committed to making a difference for the greater good of society, as Seattle University has a vision to be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels.

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences currently houses academic programs that lead to a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, a Doctor of Nursing Practice, a Bachelor of Science in Diagnostic Ultrasound, a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, and a Master of Science in Kinesiology; and is positioned for growth to offer academic training programs in other health-related disciplines and professions in line with the goals of Seattle University’s Reigniting Strategic Directions.

Seattle University, as a whole, continues to be strengthened by an increasingly diverse campus community spanning faculty, staff, and students. Seattle University’s LIFT SU, Inclusive Excellence Action Plan for Racial Equity and Antiracism, led by Seattle University’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, has fostered meaningful change to assure that people from underrepresented and historically marginalized groups feel a true sense of belonging and value. Aside from racial identity, people with lived experience across all intersectional identities and faiths or non-faiths add to the vibrancy of our campus environment and welcoming institutional climate.

Primary Responsibilities

• Serve as liaison to academic affairs-related University-level units (e.g., Office of the Registrar, Office of the Provost, Graduate Studies, Student Success) in support of the College's academic programs and operations, including the execution of academically relevant policies and procedures.
• Oversee the exploration and development of new academic programs, including coordinating and assisting on workflows that take ideas throughout all stages/phases of the proposal process.
• Collaborate with academic program leaders throughout the College, Dean’s Office, and University to monitor, evaluate, and uphold academic program quality in alignment with University, College, and external accreditation and regulatory expectations and standards.
• Partner with campus units to organize and carry out student recruitment and admissions strategies, initiatives, and events with oversight of coordinating the College’s activities and participation.
• Liaise with professional student advisors, faculty advisors, and University units/groups to develop and implement actions that facilitate robust student matriculation, progression, support, persistence, completion, and graduation while promoting positive student experiences and overall student welfare.
• Facilitate student awareness and access to programs and services focused on student success and campus life.
• Oversee and support student extracurricular activities and opportunities, including College-related student governance bodies, clubs, and organizations.
• Promote and pursue opportunities for recognizing and highlighting student and academic programming excellence.
• Manage and monitor, in partnership with other College administrators, student matters related to academic performance and standing, conduct, and well-being; including serving in a student advocacy role, as appropriate and when warranted.
• Assist other College senior administrators (e.g., Dean, Assistant Dean for Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance, academic area leads) with tasks related to monitoring, documenting, and reporting indicators for academic program health and student-related outcomes to assure compliance with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned graduate degree, preferably in a health-related field, from an accredited higher education institution.
• Demonstrated successful leadership experience in academic administration in higher education.
• Track record of program/project development, assessment, and continuous quality improvement.
• Experience with program evaluation processes.
• Commitment to promoting excellence, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in an institution of higher education.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external partners.
• Understanding of current trends, issues, and best practices in higher education.
• Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Preferred Qualifications
• If the applicant is a licensed healthcare professional, their license and/or certification must be current and unrestricted, and they must be eligible for licensure and/or certification in Washington state.
• Experience in student advising, development, and mentorship in an institution of higher education.
• Experience with grant writing and securing external funding for educational and training initiatives.

Applicants

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to Seattle University's and the College of Nursing and Health Sciences' mission, vision, and values. The College emphasizes care of communities and populations that are underserved and marginalized. In concert with our Jesuit tradition, we are dedicated to social justice and leadership formation. Our faculty employ best practices and innovative approaches to graduating the highest quality health professionals at both the undergraduate and doctoral levels. Nationally respected health and research institutions in the Western Washington and Pacific Northwest region offer opportunities for collaboration, and Seattle University faculty, staff, and students are eager to engage in interdisciplinary endeavors.

Compensation at a Glance

$90,000 – $92,000

Application Instructions

Please attach a cover letter with your resume when applying. Job postings are open until filled, unless otherwise specified.

Seattle University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information, and not based on a candidate’s gender or any other protected status.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Seattle University provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your total compensation package.

Benefits at a Glance

Consistent with its fundamental Jesuit values, Seattle University offers a wide range of benefits designed to care for the whole person. Choose from three different medical plans, a dental, and vision insurance programs. Protect your income with life, short & long-term disability coverage. Plan for your future with up to a 10% employer contribution for retirement benefits, comprised of a 5% nonelective employer contribution and an additional dollar-for-dollar match of your voluntary contributions up to a maximum of 5%. You may also take advantage of 100% paid tuition benefits for the employee and dependents, a subsidized transportation benefit, a wellness program with free access to an onsite fitness facility, and a wide variety of campus events. Enjoy a generous holiday schedule, including a paid Holiday break closure in December, vacation and paid sick leave, and paid community service leave. For more information explore the Benefits website at: https://www.seattleu.edu/hr/benefits/

Positions designated as hybrid eligible may offer the opportunity for a hybrid work schedule after successful completion of an introductory period of 3–6 months. In these cases, the role typically begins fully on campus to support onboarding and training, with the potential to transition to a hybrid arrangement thereafter.

Positions designated as on-site are not eligible for hybrid work and are expected to remain fully on campus.

All flexible work arrangements are subject to periodic review and may be modified or discontinued at any time at the university’s discretion.