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The Dean of Student Affairs serves as the College's chief student services officer and provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for a comprehensive portfolio of student affairs and enrollment services. Provide leadership, supervision, and operational oversight for Campus Care, including student resources, disability services, and counseling, ensuring comprehensive and accessible student support services.

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This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position that reports to the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairsand is located at the Quincy Campus in Quincy, Illinois with some travel across all JWCC locations and service district.JOB DESCRIPTION John Wood Community College is seeking an experienced and student-focused leader to serve as the Dean of Student Affairs. The Dean of Student Affairs serves as the College's chief student services officer and provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for a comprehensive portfolio of student affairs and enrollment services. This position is responsible for the overall operation, personnel supervision, and budget management of assigned areas.The Dean ensures the delivery of effective and accessible, student-centered services that support recruitment, engagement, retention, and completion. Serving as the primary student advocate, this role leads institutional efforts to meet the evolving academic and social needs of the student body while advancing the mission of John Wood Community College. This position also serves as the College's Title IX Coordinator and Student Conduct Officer.JOHN WOOD COMMUNITY COLLEGEJohn Wood Community College is the educational link between business and community in the West Central Illinois Region. JWCC collaboratively creates innovative and relevant academic and training programs with business leaders to educate people and the workforce for today's needs and tomorrow's opportunities. JWCC has centers in Quincy, Pittsfield, Baylis and Mt. Sterling, Illinois. Programs include a comprehensive baccalaureate transfer curriculum, customized business training, and career/technical degrees and certificates.John Wood Community College is an educational leader in comprehensive community college education in West Central Illinois and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Established in 1974, the College's main campus and administrative center is in Quincy, Illinois. The main campus opened in January 2002 and is located on 150-acres of beautiful, sprawling landscape. The College operates four branch campuses: the Workforce Development Center in Quincy, the Southeast Education Center in Pittsfield, the Agricultural Sciences Education Center in Baylis, and the Mt. Sterling Education Center in Mt. Sterling.John Wood serves an average fall enrollment of 1,800 students across a nine-county area of Western Illinois. As a catalyst for innovation both on-campus and in the local community, John Wood Community College specializes in traditional education, workforce training, and professional development. The College is committed to student success and programmatic excellence based on the core values of excellence, accountability, integrity, servant leadership, and lifelong learning.MISSIONJohn Wood Community College enriches lives through learning by providing accessible educational opportunities and services at exceptional value.PHILOSOPHYJohn Wood Community College is an open-admission, comprehensive, public community college that seeks to enhance the lives of those it serves by striving for academic excellence, integrity, accountability, and flexibility. Recognizing and respecting each person's uniqueness, potential, and value, the College offers a variety of programs, curricula, and educational delivery systems and schedules to accommodate students' requirements and different learning needs. Further, the College seeks to stimulate students' intellectual, academic, personal, and social development as productive, engaged, and responsible citizens supporting the community.ACCREDITATIONSJWCC is accredited and recognized by the following organizations:– The Higher Learning Commission– Illinois Community College Board– Illinois Board of Higher EducationAREAS OF OVERSIGHTThe Dean of Student Affairs supervises and provides leadership for the following areas:<ul><li>Pathways (Admissions, Advising, and Retention)</li><li>Concurrent Enrollment</li><li>TRIO Support Services</li><li>Campus Care (Student Resources, Disability Services, Counseling)</li><li>Disability Services</li><li>Student Life</li><li>Athletics</li><li>Counseling</li><li>Records and Registration</li><li>Financial Aid</li></ul>KEY RESPONSIBILIESEnrollment Services<ul><li>Provide leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for Admissions, Advising & Retention, Campus Care, and Athletics to ensure alignment with institutional recruitment and retention goals.</li><li>Establish and oversee policies, practices, and initiatives that drive successful student recruitment, enrollment growth, and persistence.</li><li>Lead and coordinate the College's comprehensive strategic enrollment plan, ensuring cross-functional alignment and execution.</li><li>Collaborate with institutional research to analyze data and utilize predictive modeling to inform enrollment strategies, resulting in improved credit hour production and headcount growth.</li><li>Monitor key performance indicators related to enrollment and retention and implement data-informed continuous improvement strategies.</li></ul>Dean of Student Affairs / Student Conduct Officer<ul><li>Provide leadership, supervision, and operational oversight for Campus Care, including student resources, disability services, and counseling, ensuring comprehensive and accessible student support services.</li><li>Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of policies, programs, and services that promote student success, well-being, and retention.</li><li>Administer and enforce Student Rights and Responsibilities, ensuring fair, consistent, and educational student conduct processes.</li><li>Serve as the College's Student Conduct Officer, managing conduct investigations, adjudication processes, and resolution of student behavioral concerns.</li><li>Coordinate student success initiatives designed to support academic achievement, personal development, and overall student engagement.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and institutional policies related to student conduct, student support services, and accessibility.</li></ul>Student Conduct / Academic Standing<ul><li>Manage and mediate student complaints, concerns, and disciplinary matters, serving as a liaison between students, faculty, and staff to ensure timely and equitable resolution.</li><li>Oversee the Academic Standing Committee, including the administration of academic standing policies, student appeals, and grievance processes.</li><li>Ensure fair, consistent, and student-centered application of institutional policies related to academic performance and conduct.</li><li>Interpret federal, state, and Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) regulations and develop, implement, and communicate compliant policies, procedures, and processes.</li><li>Coordinate the tracking, documentation, and reporting of required state data, including credit hour claims, ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Maintain appropriate records and reporting systems to support audits, compliance reviews, and institutional accountability.</li></ul>Title IX Officer / Co-Curricular Assessment<ul><li>Coordinate the assessment, tracking, and evaluation of co-curricular programs and student learning outcomes to ensure compliance with Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation standards.</li><li>Serve as the College's Title IX Coordinator, ensuring institutional compliance with all applicable federal, state, and Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) regulations.</li><li>Oversee the development, implementation, and monitoring of Title IX policies, procedures, training, and response protocols.</li><li>Ensure prompt, equitable, and compliant handling of Title IX reports, investigations, and resolutions.</li><li>In the role of Chief Student Conduct Officer, collaborate with the Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) Lead to coordinate responses to student behavioral concerns and ensure adherence to the Student Code of Conduct.</li><li>Promote campus-wide awareness, prevention education, and training related to Title IX and student conduct expectations.</li></ul>Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>Collaborate with executive leadership to advance institutional effectiveness, fiscal responsibility, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Participate in institutional and administrative committees, as assigned, to ensure effective alignment of resources with institutional priorities and strategic objectives.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Academics and Student Affairs that support and advance the mission of John Wood Community College.</li><li>Serve on college-wide committees aligned with professional responsibilities and institutional priorities, as well as those assigned by administrative leadership.</li><li>Actively participate in the College's senior leadership team, contributing to institutional decision-making and direction.</li><li>Engage in budget development and planning processes, facilities master planning, and the execution of strategic planning initiatives.</li><li>Support cross-functional collaboration and institutional effectiveness through active involvement in key college initiatives and governance structures.</li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS Education:Master's degree in higher education, student affairs, or a related field required.Experience:<ul><li>Experience supervising one or more divisions within student services.</li><li>Two (2) to five (5) or more years of leadership experience at the Director level or higher in student services or a related functional area.</li></ul>Skills & Competencies:<ul><li>Demonstrated management and leadership experience in the following areas: records/registrar, financial aid, student services, athletics, and enrollment management.</li><li>Strong knowledge of federal, state, and Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) regulations.</li><li>Experience with budget development and management, including fiscal oversight and resource allocation.</li><li>Proven ability to supervise staff, set performance expectations, and achieve departmental and institutional goals.</li><li>Strong knowledge of federal and state regulations, including financial aid compliance and FERPA.</li><li>Demonstrated experience supervising staff, managing budgets, and leading complex operations.</li><li>Proven ability to develop and implement strategies that support student recruitment, retention, and completion.</li><li>Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.</li><li>Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse groups and individuals.</li></ul>Working Conditions:<ul><li>Work is primarily performed in a standard office environment within a higher education setting.</li><li>Regular evening and occasional weekend hours are required to support student events, campus activities, Board of Trustees meetings, and institutional initiatives.</li><li>Frequent interaction with students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders, including managing sensitive and confidential situations.</li><li>Must be able to manage multiple priorities, respond to urgent situations, and handle high levels of responsibility and decision-making.</li><li>Occasional travel may be required for conferences, professional development, and community or statewide meetings.</li><li>Ability to remain stationary for extended periods and operate standard office equipment; occasional movement across campus is required.</li><li>Must be able to respond effectively to campus emergencies and student-related crises as part of the College's leadership team.</li><li>Subject to frequent interruptions and interaction with students, faculty, staff, and the public.</li><li>Participation in ongoing professional development to stay informed about trends in the field.</li><li>Ability to manage the mental and emotional demands of the role.</li></ul>Work Schedule:<ul><li>Full-time position with a typical schedule of Monday-Thursday (8am – 5pm) and Friday (8am – 12pm). </li><li>Occasional evenings, weekends, or on-call duty for emergencies, special events, or urgent student issues.</li></ul>SALARY:<ul><li>This is an exempt position with an estimated annual salary of $85,000.00 - $95,000.00.</li></ul>BENEFITSJWCC offers a competitive benefits package!<ul><li style="line-height:normal">36 hour work week, Friday's get off work at noon!</li><li style="line-height:normal">Earn 3.7 weeks of vacation in your first year!</li><li style="line-height:normal">Sick Leave and Personal Leave.</li><li style="line-height:normal">14+ Paid Holiday!</li><li style="line-height:normal">Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance; Only $5 per pay period for Employee Coverage!</li><li style="line-height:normal">Wellness Program.</li><li style="line-height:normal">College provided life and disability insurance!</li><li style="line-height:normal">State University Retirement System.</li><li style="line-height:normal">Tuition Reimbursement.</li><li style="line-height:normal">JWCC Tuition Waiver for Employees + Dependents</li></ul>APPLICATIONTo receive full consideration, submit a resume with cover letter, and a list of three (3) professional references and copies of transcripts by visiting <a href="https://jwcc.aaimtrack.com/jobs/" rel="nofollow">https://jwcc.aaimtrack.com/jobs/</a>. Position is open until filled. 03/20/2026

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