Assistant Dean of Students

Duke University: Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries. Be You. At Duke, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to thrive. We celebrate individuality, value diverse perspectives, and foster a community where students can bring their authentic selves to campus every day. As the Assistant Dean of Students, you will play a critical role in supporting student well-being, promoting personal growth, and helping create a campus environment rooted in care, accountability, and inclusion. In this role, you will serve as a trusted resource for students navigating personal challenges, crises, and conduct concerns. Working collaboratively across the university, you will help ensure that students receive the support, guidance, and resources they need to succeed academically, socially, and personally. Be Bold. The Assistant Dean of Students advances student success by providing leadership in student care, crisis response, behavioral intervention, and student conduct administration. This position combines a compassionate, student-centered approach with a commitment to fairness, accountability, and community standards. What You'll Do Support Student Care and Well-Being 70% Provide individualized support and guidance to students experiencing emotional, mental health, academic, or personal challenges. Serve as a primary point of contact for students in crisis, coordinating interventions and connecting students with campus and community resources. Collaborate with counseling services, academic advisors, residence life staff, faculty, and other partners to ensure coordinated support strategies. Maintain ongoing communication and follow-up with students receiving assistance, monitoring progress and adjusting support plans as needed. Foster a supportive environment that encourages resilience, personal development, and student success. Lead Student Conduct and Accountability Efforts Administer student conduct processes by investigating reports of misconduct and potential policy violations. Meet with students involved in conduct matters to gather information, explain procedures, and support educational outcomes. Partner with campus security, residence life, faculty, and university stakeholders to address behavioral concerns and implement appropriate interventions. Facilitate conduct hearings and recommend outcomes consistent with university policies and applicable regulations. Help s




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