Assistant Dean for Student Affairs

Responsibilities

• Advise students on course selection, registration, and degree requirements for various SIPA programs.
• Support student life activities, including new student orientation, workshops, and Town Halls.
• Manage student groups, extracurricular activities, and student involvement programs.
• Serve on the SIPA Admissions Committee and participate in recruitment and marketing events.
• Participate in disciplinary hearing panels regarding academic integrity and social misconduct.
• Plan and execute student programming, speaker series, receptions, and retention initiatives.
• Supervise Office of Student Affairs coordinator staff as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• Three years of related administrative experience, including student services, event coordination, and staff supervision.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong computer skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, set priorities, and exercise discretion in sensitive matters.
• Experience facilitating meetings, networks, and committees.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education.
• Advanced degree.
• Experience with international education.
• Experience working with undergraduate students and student life programming.

About the Company

Columbia University's School of International and Public Affairs (SIPA) provides comprehensive academic support and programming for a diverse student population of over 1,400 students. The Office of Student Affairs is dedicated to excellence in student service and enhancing the overall student experience through academic advising, student life, and professional programming.