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Berry College invites applications for the position of Dean of Students, a key leadership role within the Division of Student Affairs. Rooted in Berry's mission to educate the head, heart, and hands, the Dean of Students will serve as a catalyst for student flourishing, shaping a residential experience that is distinctive, inclusive, and deeply connected to Berry's core values and virtues. The Dean of Students will report to the Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs. The Dean of Students will provide strategic leadership and oversight across several core areas of campus life, including: Residential Community: Guide and support the Office of Residence Life, fostering a vibrant, safe, and supportive living-learning environment that reflects Berry's commitment to community, support, and student development. The Director of Residence Life will report to the Dean of Students. Family and Parent Engagemen t: Lead communication and engagement efforts with families and parents, cultivating strong partnerships that support student success. Student Orientation: Oversee the planning and implementation of new student orientation programs, ensuring a welcoming and empowering transition to Berry life. Student Support: Serve as an active member of the Berry Care Team, providing coordinated and compassionate support to students through effective responses to challenges and crises. Marketing and Communication: Provide leadership for Student Affairs marketing and communication strategies, promoting engagement, consistency, and storytelling that reflects the Berry experience. Title IX: Serve as Berry's Title IX Coordinator, ensuring compliance, education, and support in alignment with federal guidelines. The Dean of Students will be expected to serve on various institutional committees, provide support during campus-wide events, and actively engage in professional development, staying current with best practices in Student Affairs.

Requirements:

Preferred education and experience include an advanced degree in Higher Education Leadership or a related field with 5 - 7 years of progressive experience in Student Affairs, including direct Title IX experience. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and mission-driven leader who: Demonstrates a deep understanding of student development and the transformative power of residential education Communicates with clarity, empathy, and purpose across diverse audiences Leads with integrity Will thrive in a dynamic, relational campus environment and embrace Berry's culture of mentorship and service.

Additional Information:

ABOUT BERRY COLLEGE Berry is a selective independent college of 2,200 students located adjacent to Rome, GA, midway between Atlanta, GA, and Chattanooga, TN. Berry's educational approach deliberately unites challenging academic programs with practical work experience in a residential campus community that encourages faith and emphasizes caring for the needs of others above self. Our mission and values are grounded in the ethic that our founder instilled more than a century ago: "We educate the head, heart, and hands - to inspire leaders of integrity who cultivate thriving communities." Nationally recognized for quality of learning and quality of life, Berry offers first-rate undergraduate degree programs in the sciences, humanities, arts, and human sciences, as well as undergraduate and master's level opportunities in business and teacher education. The College's stunning 27,000-acre campus affords opportunities that cannot be duplicated elsewhere. Berry's ongoing commitment is to provide exceptional educational experiences to talented students from a wide range of social, racial, and economic backgrounds.