Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement:

Position Information
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) School of Veterinary Medicine invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as Assistant/Associate Professor - Assistant Dean for Student Affairs. The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs (ADSA) provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all student services and academic support initiatives within the School of Veterinary Medicine. The ADSA develops, implements, and evaluates comprehensive student success programs designed to support academic achievement, NAVLE readiness, professional identity formation, wellness, and career preparation throughout the DVM curriculum. This position fosters a student-centered learning environment that promotes academic success, professional development, well-being, inclusion, and career readiness.

Working collaboratively with the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, faculty, and other support units in the SVM and University, the ADSA ensures the development of individualized student success plans, early intervention strategies, and evidence-based programming that promotes student retention and successful program completion. The ADSA also oversees the Admissions process for the SVM. The ADSA serves on the Dean’s Executive Leadership Team and ensures compliance with AVMA COE accreditation standards.

Salary Information
Salary range: $135,000 – $165,000 annually, commensurate with academic rank and experience.

Benefits:
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore, as a University System of Maryland institution and a Maryland State agency, provides a comprehensive benefits package to all regular faculty and staff. The Office of Employee Benefits provides consultative services and assistance with benefits planning, enrollment, and changes. Eligible employees may participate in a variety of benefit plans including:

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees
and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits
Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision
coverage.
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an
Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement
Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state
match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM
sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM
policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland
institutions.
• Leave benefits, including paid annual (22 days per year) and sick leave (15
days), personal leave (3 days per year) and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of
Maryland wellness programs.

Essential Responsibilities
• Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for all Student
Affairs functions within the School of Veterinary Medicine.
• Provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the
Admissions process within the School of Veterinary Medicine.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate policies and procedures related to
student progression, professionalism, conduct, and well-being.
• Oversee academic advising systems, student mentoring programs, and
early intervention strategies for students in academic difficulty.
• Chair or oversee the Student Progress and Promotions Committee in
collaboration with academic leadership.
• Lead initiatives supporting student wellness, resilience, and mental health
in partnership with university services.
• Oversee career development programming, including employer
engagement, internship and residency advising, and employment outcomes
tracking.
• Promote a positive and professional learning environment and address
student conduct issues in accordance with university policies.
• Collaborate with admissions leadership on recruitment, orientation, and
student onboarding processes.
• Provide oversight and guidance to student organizations and leadership
development initiatives.
• Lead accreditation reporting related to student services and outcomes,
ensuring compliance with AVMA COE standards.
• Supervise Student Affairs staff and manage the Student Affairs operating
budget.
• Participate in institutional committees and represent the School at
professional meetings as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
• Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or equivalent professional degree.
• Eligibility for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full
Professor.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in veterinary
medicine, veterinary education, or higher education administration.
• Demonstrated experience advising professional or pre-professional
students.
• Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of evidence-based practices supporting
student academic and personal success.

Preferences: (Qualifications)
• Experience in student affairs leadership within a college of veterinary
medicine or health professions program.
• Experience with AVMA COE accreditation standards and reporting
processes.
• Training or experience in student wellness, conflict resolution, or higher
education leadership.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering inclusive learning environments.
• Experience with outcomes assessment and data-driven program
evaluation.
• Experience with NAVLE preparation initiatives and student outcomes
tracking.
• Advanced degree in education, higher education administration, or related
field.
• Demonstrated record of scholarship, innovation in teaching, or student
success programming.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Experience in competency-based veterinary education and assessment
design.
• Strong leadership and organizational.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Demands:
• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at
desk.
• May require lifting.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and
internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Additional Job Details

Department

UMES-SVM- School of Veterinary Medicine

Worker Sub-Type

Faculty Regular

Salary Range

$135,000 - $165,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.