Assistant Dean of Students for Student Support

Assistant Dean of Students for Student Support

locations Ames, IA

time type Full time

posted on Posted 2 Days Ago

job requisition id R20006

Position Title: Assistant Dean of Students for Student Support

Job Group: Professional & Scientific

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree and 7 years of related experience

Job Description:

Summary of Duties and Responsibilities:

Interested in making a meaningful impact on the lives of students by helping them navigate challenges and achieve success throughout their college journey? Looking for a leadership role where you can balance strategic planning, relationship building, crisis response, and student support?

If so, the Dean of Students Office (DSO) with Iowa State University is seeking applicants for an Assistant Dean of Students for Student Support! This individual will provide leadership for the Office of Student Assistance, Parent and Family Programs, Off-Campus Student Support Program, and the Sloss House operations. This position will be classified as an Assistant Dean of Students.

What You'll Do

• Provide leadership and oversight for student assistance, care/case management, parent and family programming, off-campus student support, and other student support services.

• Manage complex student support cases and coordinate interventions for students experiencing academic, personal, behavioral, or crisis-related challenges.

• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate professional staff and student employees.

• Lead student case review and support processes to promote student success and well-being.

• Coordinate responses to critical student situations and provide guidance on crisis intervention and case management practices.

• Collaborate with faculty, staff, administrators, and campus partners to address student concerns and connect students with appropriate resources.

• Develop, implement, and assess programs, services, and initiatives that support student retention, success, and well-being.

• Establish goals, priorities, and operational plans aligned with departmental and institutional objectives.

• Manage departmental budgets, resources, and operational activities.

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with campus and community stakeholders to enhance student support efforts.

• Oversee physical space of Sloss House.

• Provide consultation, training, and educational outreach related to student well-being, care strategies, and student support resources.

• Analyze data and assessment results to identify trends, evaluate effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement.

• Serve on university committees, task forces, and leadership groups, representing the Dean of Students Office.

• Interpret and apply policies, procedures, and best practices to support effective student case management, well-being, and success.

• Contribute to strategic planning efforts and support departmental and institutional priorities.

• The ideal candidate is a trusted relationship builder with strong leadership skills and a genuine commitment to student well-being. They will be comfortable balancing strategic thinking with hands-on support while fostering partnerships that strengthen the student experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Higher Administration, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.

Education

• Administration, Counseling, Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Experience working in a higher education environment supporting student success, well-being, retention, or student affairs initiatives; experience supporting non-residential, off-campus, or commuter student populations is a plus.
• Experience supervising, mentoring, and developing professional staff.
• Experience providing case management, care coordination, or crisis intervention; preferably in a college or university setting.
• Experience developing, implementing, and assessing programs, services, or initiatives that support student retention, success, and well-being.

About Dean of Students Office at Iowa State University:

• The Dean of Students Office's primary goal is to empower every Cyclone to thrive at Iowa State University. Whether through our academic enrichment initiatives, programs designed to help all students experience a sense of community and belonging, or support resources we provide to help students navigate challenges that sometimes arise during their college journey, we seek to help students experience success in every aspect of their college experience. We also serve as a resource and partner with other campus departments, recognizing that students benefit from a collaborative network of resources. To learn more, please visit DSO.

• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis without sponsorship. Immigration sponsorship is not available for this position.

Appointment Type:

• Regular

Number of Months Employed Per Year:

• 12 Month Work Period

Time Type:

• Full time

Pay Grade:

• PS810

Original Posting Date:

• October 15, 2026

Posting Close Date:

• October 29, 2026

Job Requisition Number:

• R20006

• Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

• General ISU compensation information can be found on the University Human Resources website. Please note that this is only a list of ranges and individuals will be paid commensurate with qualifications.

• Current employees (excluding temporary, student and graduate assistants) must apply through the Workday Internal Careers Hub.

• About Us

• By focusing on the future and providing the best student experience possible, Iowa State University attracts students and faculty who want to make a difference. With a comprehensive land-grant mission of education, research, extension and outreach, we produce scholars whose ideas change the world. And through Innovate at Iowa State, we provide innovative and entrepreneurial opportunities for students of all backgrounds. Located just 30 minutes north of Des Moines, the city of Ames was recently named one of the Top 10 cities in the U.S. for campus life and career opportunities.

• Iowa State University is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Campus community members have a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and are committed to engaging with each other respectfully as outlined in the university's Principles of Community. Iowa State recognizes that diverse intellectual and philosophical perspectives are vital to innovation, critical thinking skills, and a dynamic academic community that fosters the land-grant ideals of putting science, technology, and human creativity to work.

• All offers of employment, oral and written, are contingent upon the university’s verification of credentials and other information required by federal and state law, ISU policies/procedures, and may include the completion of a background check and/or a consumer credit check.

• Iowa State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, ethnicity, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, genetic information, sex, marital status, disability, or status as a U.S. Veteran. Inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies may be directed to Office of Equal Opportunity, 2680 Beardshear Hall, 515 Morrill Road, Ames, Iowa 50011, Tel. 515-294-7612, email [email protected].

• If you have questions about the application process please email [email protected] or call 515-294-4800 or Toll-Free at 1-877-477-7485. Iowa State University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should email [email protected] or c