Dean of Students jobs in Wichita, KS

Job Summary:

The Dean of Employment Experiences supports Bethel College’s strategic priority to become a federally designated work college by 2030. The actions of the Dean must include the integration of employment experiences into the curriculum as well as the co-curricular life of the students. The Dean will also need to lead efforts related to the assessment of the program and further development of program partnerships in the surrounding community and broader world. The Dean must also be an advocate for the college and the program itself, emphasizing its unique contributions to the well-being of our students and uniqueness in the higher education space.

Essential Functions:

· Support the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College.

· Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to learn and adapt to changing work processes.

· Serve on the President’s Executive Cabinet, providing strategic leadership and collaborative efforts that increase employment opportunities and vocational development in the college community

· Provide direction and support in the continued design, implementation, and operation of the Employment Experiences Program.

· Identify and develop employment experiences for our students, both on campus and off-campus.

· Represent the college’s interests in employment matters to the Newton and North Newton communities and the broader national scene.

· Provide details regarding the college’s Employment Experience Program and associated programs.

· Develop, execute, and evaluate the effectiveness of the Employment Experiences Program and work-related curriculum at Bethel College.

· Support individual students in their employment development through individual or group meetings

· Assure that student workers and supervisors are being held to high standards and expectations.

· Supervise students.

· Be the primary point of contact for critical partnerships and vendors (e.g., CIC NetVUE program, Accredible, Handshake).

· Satisfy the duties of a Campus Security Authority (CSA) relating to Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”) and satisfy the duties of an Official with Authority (OWA) and Mandated Reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, & Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures.

· Comply with Bethel College policies and procedures.

Education & Experience:

· Master’s degree required.

· Additional workforce development or career certificates would be viewed favorably.

· Experience in workforce development, student life, curricular development, marketing and/or assessment are favorable for the requirements of the position.

Required Qualifications:

· Master’s degree

· It is essential that the candidate be comfortable with leading institutional change. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of an academic institution.

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. The essential functions of the position require:

• Minimal lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and reaching.
• Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, and printer for extended periods of time.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one classroom or building location to another.
• Ascending and descending stairs.
• Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
• Ability to function well in a standard office setting
• Medium/indoor work environment

Work Environment/Environmental Condition:

All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Master's (Required)

Work Location: In person