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Dean of Students

University of the Pacific

United States, California, Stockton

3601 Pacific Avenue (Show on map)

Jun 12, 2025

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title	Dean of Students
Union Level
Department	Student Life - Admin (VP Office)
Campus	Stockton
Posting Number	201304063P
Full or Part Time	Full Time
Number of Months	12
Work Schedule
Position End Date
Open Date	06/12/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants	For Applicants Seeking Job Opportunities within the University Internal: Internal applicants will be considered within the first five (5) business days of the posting period. External: External applicants will be considered on the sixth (6) business day of the posting period.
Sponsorship	This position is not eligible for a visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Position Summary Information

Primary Purpose	Reporting to the Vice President of Student Life, the Dean of Students ( DOS) provides leadership and coordination for non-clinical intervention, resources and support to students at all three campuses on a broad range of interpersonal issues affecting students' retention and persistence at the University. The Dean of Students also serves as a leader in collaboration and partnership with campus and community stakeholders to develop policies, protocols, and procedures for the prevention and management of student crises, concerning behaviors, and behavioral intervention. The DOS contributes significantly to strategic planning, budget management, staff supervision, and the development of a safe, healthy, inclusive learning environment that leads to retention, graduation, and successful career outcomes for Pacific students.
Essential Functions	Responsible for administrative and programmatic oversight and coordination of the Dean of Students office, Student Care Services, and Basic Needs/Food Pantry. Serves on the VPSL's Executive Management Group. Leads and participates in the Dean on Call rotation, managing structure and protocols for response to after-hours emergencies and reports up to the VPSL. Supervises and trains new staff on Dean on Call policies, including maintaining the Dean on Call handbook, and providing on-going/annual trainings. Responds to emergencies and crises as needed, including coordination of communication with appropriate campus, community, and family partners. Manages the Student Emergency Fund by tracking and responding to immediate needs and collaborates with Development on fundraising. Supervises and trains the Care Team in the delivery of care and support services to students experiencing crises or other life events that affect persistence and retention and demonstrates cultural sensitivity and competence in working with diverse students, staff, families, and community member. Oversees the Basic Needs/Food Pantry operation, providing resources to students. Partners with Development to increase available funding and establishes partnerships with community resources to support high need and on-going basic needs concerns. Advocates for the needs of students by collaborating with key campus partners such as Enrollment Management, Registrar's Office, Financial aid, and Academic Affairs, in developing protocols that are student-centered and reflect University values and mission. Bridges the gap between individual students, on- and off-campus services, and internal processes and staff, and tracks efforts and interventions to determine efficacy; makes recommendations for improvements to increase retention and service delivery. Acts as a resource and liaison to members of the University community on matters pertaining to student wellbeing and students of concern and presents information to the community in various formats including face to face, print, or virtual environments. Utilizes student, University, and other sources of data to disaggregate, analyze, and report intervention outcomes, student concerns and trends, and prepare annual assessment reports for internal and external stakeholders that inform Office of Dean of Students policy, practices, and procedures. Understand and follow FERPA, HIPAA, and other relevant laws and regulations, and uphold the highest standards of confidentiality. Participates in trainings/meetings related to Behavior Intervention and Threat Assessment as needed. Provide consultation, and advise students, faculty, staff, and parents and families regarding services available to students. Ensure appropriate mechanisms and programs are in place to provide necessary and appropriate collaboration between Student Life leadership and Division staff members. Represent the University and Division in matters related to Student Life in a variety of forums, including alumni, parent and family groups, community organizations and University committees, including the Board of Regents as assigned. Partners with the Vice President for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (VP DEI), and their designee, to provide response to incidents of bias reported to the Bias Response Team (BRT). Serve as a committee member on University and Student Life committees, as appointed. Represent the University and Division through leadership in national and regional organizations. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. This position serves as Campus Security Authority ( CSA) as outlined by the Clery Act. CSAs have federally mandated responsibilities to report crimes that are reported them. University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritize policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty, and staff.
Minimum Qualifications	Master's Degree. Seven (7) years of progressive responsibility in Student Life, counseling, case management, or crisis intervention Five (5) years' experience supervising professional staff. One (1) year experience with Maxient and Ellucian Advise software.
Preferred Qualifications	Doctorate Degree. Ten (10) years of progressive responsibility in Student Life, or relevant experience in a related department or discipline. Ability to supervise, lead and motivate staff and ensure their on-going professional development. Excellent oral, written and presentation skills; exceptional listening skills. Demonstrated qualities of self-motivation, good judgment, emotional maturity, self-confidence, fairness, creativity and discretion.
Physical Requirements	The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive 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. Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment. Requires extended periods of sitting and repetitive hand/wrist motion while using computer keyboard and phone. Occasional standing, walking, climbing stairs, bending, stooping and reaching. Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds. Work Environment/Work Week/Travel: Work performed during standard business hours. Additional hours are required to meet business needs and deadlines. Travel expected to other campus sites, conferences and other off-campus meetings. Valid driver's license required. Incumbent must also be able to meet the University's fleet rules and be eligible to drive for University business. The University and its insurance carrier reserves the right to exclude applicants based on their driving record.
Hiring Range	$110,000 to $120,000. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Background Check Statement	All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening. AB 810 Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: University of the Pacific complies with California Assembly Bill 810, requiring candidates accepting conditional job offers to disclose any final administrative or judicial findings, ongoing proceedings, allegations, resignations under investigation, or appeals related to sexual harassment or misconduct within the past seven years.
AA/EEO Policy Statement	University of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.