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The Associate Dean of Student Development and Success will be responsible for working with areas under its purview as well as building collaborative relationships to deliver a transformative student experience. Reporting directly to the Associate Vice Chancellor and Dean of Students, the Associate Dean of Student Development and Success will be a critical member of the Dean of Students Leadership team. This position will be responsible for the direct supervision and direction of Student Life, Veterans Resource Center, and Student Conduct and Academic Integrity Programs. This role will be expected to craft thoughtful strategic planning for the AVC/Dean of Student areas, staff retreats for areas under its purview, representing the AVC/Dean of Students and the Student Affairs organization on various high level campus committees and workgroups. This role will serve as the first point of contact for the implementation of the Student Death protocol and be responsible for periodic assessment of areas assigned, This includes internal as well as external review of areas and programs. Large events such as student concerts, programming throughout the academic year as well as the annual student convocation will be a critical part of the Associate Dean portfolio. This role will be charged with reimagining current events and programs to deliver a transformative student experience. This role will be critical in branding the areas under the AVC/Dean of Students across the institution. As part of the AVC/Dean of Students leadership team, the Associate Dean will work closely with the Associate Dean of the Ethnic and Gender Centers to ensure all programmatic initiatives are in alignment, communication is consistent and clear as well as execute all processes and training in relation to Free Speech. The portfolio in this area is evolving and the successful candidate must be comfortable with change. **As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) Vaccination Program Policy. All Covered Individuals under the policy must provide proof of Full Vaccination or, if applicable, submit a request for Exception (based on Medical Exemption, Disability, and/or Religious Objection) or Deferral (based on pregnancy) no later than the applicable deadline. For new University of California employees, the applicable deadline is eight weeks after their first date of employment. **

Knowledge of the transfer experience in higher education and best practices in campus life and more specifically Orientation to address the needs of this student population.
Ability to provide training and direction for staff within the area of responsibility focused on equity, budget, managerial skills as well as conflict management.
Deep knowledge of Anti Hazing initiatives to ensure a proactive approach to combat hazing at the campus level as well as work with colleagues within the University of California System.
Comfortable meeting with student groups to assess needs and emerging campus climate issues and strong strategic planning skills to lead strategic planning efforts for the division, DoS cluster and university level.
Ability to navigate the university environment gracefully and in collaboration with a variety of constituencies.
Strong skills in project management, social perceptiveness to be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Deep understanding of student development and best practices in student affairs.
Ability to provide crisis intervention and refer as appropriate, using discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to navigate complex personnel issues and mediate workplace conflicts and address performance challenges in a fair consistent and neutral manner. Work and supervise a wide array of personalities with competing interests and navigate confidentiality successfully.
Strong facilitation skills to assist and craft professional development sessions for professional staff as well as lead student discussions.
Ability to create synergy between student conduct and student organizations to ensure visibility of conduct polices and expectations through a proactive rather than reactive approach.
Thorough knowledge of Student Affairs/Student Life specialization.
Strong skills in monitoring/assessing people, processes or services, to make improvements.
Strong strategic planning, budgeting and financial skills demonstrated by successful experience in directing resources toward accomplishment of strategic objectives as well as a successful track record of analysis, program evaluation, budget review and risk management.
Thorough knowledge of University and departmental principles and procedures involved in risk assessment and evaluating risks as to likelihood and consequences.
Strong assessment skills and experience utilizing data on an on going basis to develop and adjust practice and programming in alignment with emerging best practices and student needs.
Advanced knowledge of advising and counseling techniques.
Advance knowledge of common University-specific computer application programs.
Ability in problem identification, reasoning, ability to develop original ideas to solve problems, persuasion, leadership, and intercultural competence.