| Location | Ironwood, MI |
Dean of Students Gogebic Community College se eks candidates for a full -time Dean of Students. The successful candidate will be approachable and demonstrate energy, passion and innovation while overseeing effective operations in the following areas: Admissions, Marketing, Enrollment Management, Community Relations, Public Relations, Campus Suites, Financial Aid, Registration & Registrar, & Student Activities, Student Success Center, Athletics, and TRIO Grant Programs . This position is located at our Ironwood Campus. The pay grade for this position is on the Non -Affiliated Step schedule with the salary for this position being $97,871 (Grade 11/Initial Step) annually . The College offers a generous benefits package Non-Affiliated Benefits including Health/Dental/Vision insurance Health Care Benefits , retirement benefits, and employee paid leave programs. It is important that there are recognition, acceptance, and adherence to the community college mission and philosophy from our candidate. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Promotes the importance of a diverse and inclusive institutional culture; assumes responsibility for supporting an environment that inspires teamwork, respect , trust and recognizes initiative and excellence. • Create s positive student relations by maintaining effective lines of communication with student leaders and serving as a strong advocate for co -curricular & ex tracurricular needs of students; prioritizes improving Campus Suites capacity and the enhancement of campus life . • Partners with the GCC community to implement strategic planning and academic progress initiatives ; analyzes and evaluates enrollment and retention data; and makes recommendations for enhancements to the enrollment management plan ensuring effective and organized student service s from course registration through graduation . • Works effectively with the college's Accreditation Liaison Officer and the accreditation process to comply with the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and quality initiatives. • Effectively administer s the division budget and resource allocation s, including develop ing proposals and maintaining fiscal accountability ; ensures feedback and transparency throughout budgetary processes. • Collaborates closely with the Vice President of Academic Services to r eview current and best practices in delivering support services such as academic advising; actively seeks opportunities for collaboration, development, and integration among academic , business and student services. • Administer student discipline procedures in accordance with college policies, maintaining accurate records and ensuring due process. • Provides active leadership and coordination of state level programs and initiat ives associated with the Michigan Community College Association (MCCA) • Collaborates with staff to analyze and refine processes, policies, and procedures; collaborates with staff to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to ADA/504, Clery Act, FERPA, the Student Code of Conduct and Title IX. • Concentrates on delivering a balanced emphasis on student performance. • Other duties as assigned. Knowledge of: • Principles and practices of Student Services . • Strategic planning with a record of achieving institutional goals. • Increasing enrollment strategies and student success initiatives. • Crisis intervention and conflict resolution . • The rural community college environment. • Applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. Required Qualifications: Master's degree and experience in an administrative capacity in higher education within a student service setting. Preferred Qualifications: Master's in education, leadership, student development, counseling, social science s, or related field of study. Community college experience within student services . Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essent ial functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit. The employee frequently is required to use a computer; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and lift a nd/or move up to 25 pounds frequently. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The noise level will be louder while in the LSCC. This position will require flexibility in scheduling to attend events, meetings, and other professional responsibilities outside of regular business hours. This position requires day travel and occasional overnight travel, and monthly travel to the Houghton location. Don't just work here... Live here. About Our College : Gogebic Community College is more than a place to work. It's a place to be. As an Aspen Award finalist and the premier provider of quality two -year education in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Gogebic employs a community college approach in delivering university -level quality. Gogebic supports more than 1,000 students with small class sizes and an outcome -focused philosophy. Gogebic Community College's "Go BOLD" motto prescribes a dynamic environment in which students and employees alike are supported as they do great work, live adventurous lives, and build extraordinary futures. About Our Region : A few miles north of ordinary lies the Upper Peninsula's Gogebic region. Amid nearly a million acres of natural beauty in the Ottawa National Forest, Gogebic is a wonderland for work and a paradise for play. Our dazzling region, known for world -class fishing, hiking, skiing, biking, snowmobiling and outdoor adventuring, represe nts one of Michigan's last unspoiled gems. Bold Place to Work … Gogebic is more than a community college… It's a college community -known for supportive leadership and dynamic, down -to-earth employees. A community institution at the heart of our region's workforce, the College and its graduates uplift not only local economies, but those throughout Michigan, and beyond. Combining high standards with a "serving the top 100%" approach, Gogebic Community College is a place to make a stand for your career…and make a difference in the lives of students. A Bold Place to Ski… Gogebic Community College is the only college in the United States hosting an on -campus ski resort. Home to GCC's nationally renowned Ski Area Management program, the Mt. Zion Recreational Complex is a professionally managed and maintained public ski facil ity featuring a state -of-the-art lift and 300 feet of vertical. A Bold Place to Be… The Gogebic region provides a stunning, million -acre backdrop on which to explore adventure, connect with nature, and discover yourself. Located four hours from the Twin Cities and six hours from Chicago, Gogebic residents get the best of both worlds: small -town connectedness, with access to big -city culture. Local hiking, biking, skiing, and snowboarding trails include the North Country Trail and the famed 1,200 -mile Iron Belle Trail, as well as routes traversing Black River Harbor, the Porcupine Mountains, Sylvania wilderness, and the Ottawa National Forest. With a persistent economy driven by a mix of construction, manufacturing, tourism, transportation, and retail, the region boasts a stable workforce, with skilled positions paying living wages. Gogebic's Mission Gogebic Community College is a learning community that contributes to academic, cultural, economic, and social success for our students and region. Application Process Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interested individuals should submit a portfolio containing all the following in one email , or mailed in one envelope to the Human Resource's Office: 1. Letter of interest 2. Detailed resume 3. Three references with current contact i nformation 4. GCC Application Form 5. Unofficial trans cripts (official transcripts are required before employment) 6. Other relevant material careers@gogebic.edu Debbie Janczak, Director of Human Resources Gogebic Community College E4946 Jackson Road Ironwood, MI 49938 (906) 307 -1324 Gogebic Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer .