Assistant Dean

The Assistant Dean is a member of the Dean of the School of Film & Television's senior leadership team with primary responsibilities in the areas of enrollment management, student advising, student retention and success, student services, strategic planning related to students, collaboration with SFTV student groups and coordination of student events pertaining to admissions. The Assistant Dean reports directly to the Dean and works closely with the Director of Operations, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, the Head of Production, the Chairs of the Departments, and the Directors of the Graduate Programs.

The Assistant Dean will assist the Dean in leading the school regarding enrollment management and growth, evaluation of academic processes as they pertain to student success and retention, strategic planning directly impacting students, especially regarding High Impact Practices (HIPs) and strategy and innovations in advising, retention and graduation rates.

The Assistant Dean is responsible for championing innovation in higher education practices that improve the student experience by creating a culture of support for students through academic exploration and advising, mentoring faculty on best advising practices, supporting student success efforts related to recruitment and retention, and acting as a liaison across campus regarding undergraduate and graduate admissions, student services, student affairs, student events and programming, campus functions and maintaining practices in alignment with university policies and procedures.

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

• Primary point person in SFTV regarding enrollment management.

• Confirm course offerings for proper student progress to degree and perform maintenance during registration process.

• Validate, enter, and/or maintain appropriate restrictions, prerequisites, capacities in consultation with program directors.

• Collaborate with Academic Affairs staff, faculty, and the LMU Registrar regarding registration, degree requirements, petitions, and adjustments.

• Advise the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, and faculty regarding probation and disqualification review.

• Create and maintain tools to inform and facilitate scheduling of classes and enrollment management.

• Collaborate and advise the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs and the Academic Affairs staff regarding scheduling needs for a complex student population.

• In collaboration with the Graduate Recruiter, Graduate Directors, Chairs and Dean oversee projections and enrollment management for all Graduate Programs.

• Collaborate with LMU Admissions to plan and execute quarterly Virtual Admissions sessions.

• Collaborate with LMU Admissions to plan and execute in-person and virtual events for newly admitted undergraduate students.

• Plan and execute First Year Student/New Transfer Student registration and advisement.

• Coordinate with SFTV Graduate Council to plan and execute New Graduate Student Orientation.

• Support SFTV Living Learning Community application, review, selection, and enrollment process.

STUDENT SERVICES AND STUDENT SUCCESS

• Assist students with academic policy questions and petitions.

• Advise students regarding probation and disqualification review.

• Document existing academic student services, procedures, and guidelines.

• Create and maintain academic support resources for students and faculty.

• Provide registration advice and support to students and guidance for faculty.

• Plan and lead group advising sessions.

• Perform continuous monitoring of elevated-risk students.

• Collaborate with LMU's Office for International Students and Scholars regarding SFTV's international student population.

• Assist students with Degree Audit Reports (DegreeWorks).

• Analyze transfer courses for currently enrolled students.

• Advise and approve study abroad planning in coordination with LMU's Study Abroad Office.

• Monitor students' academic progress and guide students subject to academic disqualification.

• Manage, supervise, assess, and improve student services and resources, including academic advising, mentoring, retention services, admissions, scholarships, registration support, and student support programs.

• Oversee the development of manuals, guides, and other material necessary for efficient and effective administration of student services and resources within SFTV.

• Work in strategic partnership with campus-wide student success initiatives, such as Career and Professional Services, Student Affairs, Community of Care, and Living Learning Community.

• In conjunction with the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs, the Chairs, and the faculty ensure the application of SFTV academic policies and ensure compliance with LMU academic policies.

• Serve as liaison to LMU Registrar's Office for University Bulletin updates.

• Supervise and/or direct the work of student service staff in assigned areas, including scheduling work hours, conducting performance reviews, providing advice and counsel to staff on issues of policy and procedure, assisting student staff in the resolution of conflicts, and correcting performance problems.

• Collaborate with the Dean, the Director of Operations and SFTV's Director of Development regarding scholarships and financial aid.

• Advise students regarding SFTV processes and policies for filing student grievances. Coordinate with the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic and Faculty Affairs and the Chairs regarding student grievance policy.

ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP

• Collaborate closely with the Dean, Academic Affairs, departmental chairs, program directors, faculty, administration, and staff to ensure excellence in academic programs and progress toward strategic goals for the school and LMU.

• Represent SFTV on University committees, as requested by the Dean.

• Maintain expert knowledge of LMU and SFTV programs and strategic plans.

• In collaboration with the Dean oversee the execution of SFTV strategic initiatives to accomplish goals. Monitor and manage performance metrics, especially as they pertain to students.

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested by the Dean.

#HERC# #HEJ#

Staff Regular

Salary range

$82,600.00 - $121,800.00 Salary commensurate with education and experience.

Loyola Marymount University, a Carnegie classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education, seeks outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to inclusive excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law. We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply. (Visit www.lmu.edu for more information.)