Position Description

University of West Florida

Division of Academic Engagement & Student Affairs

Dean of Students Office

Senior Associate Dean of Students #127780

The University of West Florida, located in Pensacola, Florida, invites applications for the full-time position of: Senior Associate Dean of Students #127780

Job Summary: 

Provide direct supervision and evaluation to one or more administrative specialists and three or more assistant deans of students that oversee the functions of Care Services, Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities, May garden Financial Literacy Program, and Outreach and Training; provide indirect supervision to two or more coordinators and varying numbers of student employees.

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Dean of Students Office including compliance, administration, operations, human resources, travel and budget management;
• Communicate and meet with students, parents, staff, and faculty to provide support related to needs; address concerns and to assess and address concerning student behavior;
• Serve as a student conduct officer for the university, managing high- level cases, facilitating processes, and determining final sanctions;
• Coordinate and facilitate the Athletic Appeals Process following NCAA guidelines and policies;
• Develop and oversee a strategic assessment and compliance plan for the Dean of Students Office to ensure that the office’s programs and services align with the critical mission of the Division of Academic Engagement and Student Affairs and report on outcomes and key performance indicators;
• Serve as the case manager for the Campus Care Team, ensuring ongoing student support and the necessary follow up from Care Team members;
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, local laws, and ordinances; remain current regarding legal issues and implications for campus conduct, case management processes;
• Lead and participate in division and campus-wide initiatives related to topics such as hazing prevention, mental health, responding to students in distress, sexual misconduct, student retention, etc.;
• Serve in a 24-hour on-call duty rotation, responding to crisis as necessary; provide leadership to the Dean of Students team with office crisis planning and implementation; lead the coordination, implementation and staffing of a student hurricane shelter as needed working closely with Housing and Residence Life and the University Commons and Events Services to provide students with emergency evacuation;
• Perform risk management functions at campus events as needed including monitoring student behavior within the student tailgate area at home football games

Minimum Qualifications: 

Master’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and four years of appropriate experience; or a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of appropriate experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Doctorate in student affairs, higher education, counseling or another appropriate field of graduate study and five years of progressively complex work experience in a university setting; direct experience working with student conduct programs in a university setting; experience working with students in distress, campus crisis management and response, behavioral assessment teams; experience supervising staff; working knowledge of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), Cleary Act, Title IX, VAWA and other applicable federal/state guidelines and laws; staff supervision; and excellent communication skills (oral and written).

Salary Information: $95,000 - $110,000

Preferred Response Date: April 6, 2026

For the complete announcement and position description, including qualifications and experience, and to apply please visit https://careers.uwf.edu. Applicants are required to attach a cover letter, resume, list of professional references, and Statement of Advising to the online application.

The University of West Florida is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Disabled/Veteran employer. Any individual requiring special accommodation to apply is requested to advise UWF by contacting UWF Human Resources at 1-850-474-2694 (voice). A criminal background check is required for successful candidates. E-Verify is required for employment. All applications for employment at the University are subject to Florida public records law.

The University of West Florida is located in Pensacola, the crown jewel of Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast, known worldwide for its pristine white-sand beaches. The area is famous for its pleasant climate and location on the Gulf of Mexico and enjoys a comparatively low cost of living. The campus is situated on a 1,600-acre nature preserve where over 14,000 students enjoy the benefits of small classes and personal attention from their professors.

Application Link to Position Posting: https://careers.uwf.edu/jobs/associate-dean-student-affairs-127780-pensacola-main-campus-florida-united-states