Associate Dean of Students, Health and Wellness Services

University of Texas at Dallas, United States

Updated: about 2 months ago
Location: Richardson, TEXAS
Deadline: 08 Mar 2024

Posting Details
Posting Details


Posting Number S05483P
Position Title Associate Dean of Students, Health and Wellness Services
Functional Title
Department Dean of Students
Salary Range $85,000 - DOQ
Pay Basis Monthly
Position Status Regular full-time
Location Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date 02/26/2024
Posting Close Date 03/08/2024
Open Until Filled No
Desired Start Date 03/11/2024
Job Summary
Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs/Dean of Students, the Associate Dean for Health and Wellness Services provides administrative vision, leadership, supervision, strategic planning, and assessment for functional areas including but not limited to the Student Health Center, Student Counseling Center, Student Wellness Center, and University Recreation. The Associate Dean is responsible for the implementation of a holistic and integrated wellness model that promotes physical, emotional, and psychological health resulting in student retention, well-being, and quality of life. The Associate Dean is responsible for the UTD Behavior Assessment and Intervention Team (BAIT), temporary accommodations for students, and the Student Emergency Fund. The associate dean has shared duties for on-call response overnight and on weekends.
Minimum Education and Experience
Master’s degree in Student Personnel, Higher Education Administration, Health Education, Health Promotion, or related field. Five to seven years with in progressive administrative experience in Higher Education. Three to five years of supervisory experience in High Education environment.
Preferred Education and Experience
Doctoral Degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Personnel, Health Education, Health Promotion, or a related field. Experience with managing students of concern.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide supervision to directors of the Student Wellness Center, Student Counseling Center, Student Health Center, and University Recreation.
  • Responsible for the Behavior Assessment and Intervention Team (BAIT) including serving as a case manager and overseeing the case management team.
  • Crisis management as it pertains to daily occurrences and also on a larger scale as indicated in business continuity plans for all reporting departments. Shares on-call responsibilities with the Dean of Students overnight and on weekends.
  • Oversees determination of needs and awarding of temporary accommodations for students.
  • Manages the Student Emergency Fund; works in conjunction with Financial Aid to grant aid; works with the Development office to raise money for the fund.
  • As a member of the dean of students suite and direct report team, assist with various student needs and resolve student complaints.
  • Development of departmental strategic plans, goals, and objectives.
  • Collaborate with a population of students, faculty, and staff, using excellent communication and leadership skills; Serves on Student Affairs and University committees and represents UT Dallas at state, regional, and national professional meetings; performs other duties as assigned.
  • Forecasts budget needs and manages program budgets and reconciliation processes; compiles annual and other periodic reports.
  • Identifies desired student learning outcomes, coordinates and reports on assessment activities to measure achievement of outcomes; compiles annual and other periodic reports.
  • Maintains a current understanding of theories, principles, and practices associated with higher education health, wellness, recreational, and counseling services and those of students with disabilities.
  • Maintains working knowledge of legal framework applicable to federal and state laws and campus and UT System policies relating to student health insurance, Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) laws.
Physical Activities
Working Conditions
Additional Information
Internal candidates may be given preference.
After the probationary period, this role may be eligible for a hybrid (partly remote/partly in office) work schedule, subject to business need and manager approval. Must be located within the DFW Area and have the ability to be on campus with 24 hours of notice. A UT Dallas Remote Work Agreement will be required within 14 days after approval.
What We Can Offer
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer with an employee-friendly and supportive work environment. Our comprehensive compensation and benefits package that is effective as of your hire date includes:
 
  • Competitive Salary
  • Tuition Benefits
  • Internal Training
  • BCBS PPO Medical insurance – 100% paid for full-time employees
  • PPO and DHMO Dental Insurance Plan – PPO plans include ortho benefits
  • Vision Insurance
  • Long and short-term disability
  • TRS Retirement Plan – defined benefit plan offering lifetime annuity upon retirement
  • Voluntary Retirement Plan Options – additional savings opportunities with Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans and Deferred Compensation Plans
  • Dental/Vision/AD&D 
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Holidays 
  • Paid Winter Break
  • Fertility Benefits
  • Remote Work Options – approved by department


 
All UT Dallas employees have access to various professional development opportunities, including a membership to Academic Impressions, LinkedIn Learning, and UT Dallas Bright Leaders Program.
 
Visit https://hr.utdallas.edu/employees/benefits/ for more information.
If you are looking for a rewarding career opportunity with great benefits? Look no further! Join our team!
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator .

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