Assistant Dean, Student Affairs

Company Description

AUC

Founded in 1978, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine (AUC School of Medicine) has more than 8,500 graduates and is one of the oldest medical schools in the Caribbean. Dedicated to developing practice-ready physicians with a lifelong commitment to patient-centered care, AUC embraces collaboration, inclusion and community service.

With campuses in Sint Maarten and the U.K., affiliated teaching hospitals in the U.S. and the U.K. and internationally recognized faculty, AUC has a medical education program designed for today’s globally minded physician. AUC’s Medical Doctorate program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission on Colleges of Medicine. Visit aucmed.edu for more information, and follow AUC on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

We operate on a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week (Monday–Thursday). This approach enhances creativity, innovation, communication, and relationship-building, fostering a dynamic and collaborative work environment.

Job Description

Opportunity at a Glance 

The Assistant Dean for Student Affairs serves as the senior administrative leader responsible for the overall quality of student life on campus. Reporting to the Sr. Associate Dean for Student Affairs, this role provides strategic leadership and oversight of student affairs operations, with a focus on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing student environment. 
 
This position plays a key role in advancing student engagement, supporting student success, and promoting a culture grounded in care, accountability, collaboration, and professionalism. 
 
The ideal candidate is a dynamic, student-centered leader with strong interpersonal, organizational, and leadership skills, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and collaboration within higher education.   

Responsibilities  

• Oversee all medical sciences student affairs programs, policies, procedures, and practices that foster student learning, retention, and success 
• Manage non-academic student issues to ensure professional conduct and standards are upheld 
• Advise students on non-academic policies, procedures, and practices outlined in the Student Handbook 
• Partner with the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs and Faculty Senate to develop initiatives that enhance the student experience 
• Promote student professional growth through leadership grounded in values, ethics, and professionalism 
• Maintain student non-academic performance records for administrative and accreditation purposes 
• Serve as institutional representative in responding to student emergencies and crises 
• Direct planning and execution of the White Coat Ceremony and New Student Orientation 
• Serve as Administrative Liaison to the Student Government Association 
• Serve as Administrative Liaison to the Student Judiciary Committee 
• Review and approve requests for short-term and long-term personal or medical leaves of absence 
• Facilitate resolution of student issues through mediation, appeals, or administrative channels 
• Chair the Administrative Review Committee; recommend rehabilitative or disciplinary actions 
• Serve on the Campus Disaster Preparedness Committee and acts as shelter manager 
• Review requests related to the Dean’s Emergency Fund, religious exemptions, and fee waivers 
• Advocate for student needs with faculty and administration 
• Review and approve student withdrawals; conduct exit counseling 
• Collaborate with senior leadership to support student success 
• Oversee and manage Student Affairs budgets 
• Hire, supervise, evaluate, and develop Student Affairs staff 
• Support student, faculty, and staff recruitment efforts 
• Complies with all policies and performs other duties as assigned 

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in student affairs or a related field 
• Master’s degree required; terminal degree preferred 
• Experience in health professions education strongly preferred 
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience 
• Proven ability to manage complex student issues 
• Strong communication and organizational skills 
• Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders 
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion 
• Experience working in collaborative academic environments 
• Ability to work both formally and informally with students 

Additional Information

Please include cover letter with application

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation