Open Rank- Assistant Dean for Student Affairs 🔍 San Antonio (https://uthscsa.referrals.selectminds.com/faculty/jobs/11472/other-jobs-matching/location-only) 📁 Faculty 💼 School of Medicine 📅    23002683 Requisition # Apply for Job Share this Job Sign Up for Job Alerts Assistant Dean for Student Affairs- Open Rank Office for Undergraduate Medical Education The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, dba UT Health San Antonio (UTHSA), seeks a dynamic and innovative faculty leader to serve as Assistant Dean for Student Affairs (Open Rank) in the Office for Undergraduate Medical Education in the Joe R. & Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine (LSOM). UTHSA strives to combine scientific discovery with clinical care in innovative and transformative ways, and educating learners is core to this mission. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs, the Assistant Dean for Student Affairs is responsible for the student affairs program including academic advisement, student progression, student conduct, and career counseling. Duties and Responsibilities + Advise students regarding: student progression, promotion, disciplinary measures (academic and professional), leaves of absence, academics, professional identity formation, career choice, and/or personal concern + Recommend, develop, and implement policies, procedures, and processes that represent best practices in: fostering and promoting student learning, retention, and success; responding to reports of harassment, misconduct, and mistreatment in coordination with the appropriate University offices; and applying FERPA, HIPAA, Title IX, ADA and LCME accreditation requirements + Attend to student due process and resultant documentation + Serve as a key liaison between the Office for UME and student-related University offices and services, including programmatic and ad hoc committees and working groups + Lead or participate in the design, management, and execution of academic and career advisement programming for students + Provide mentoring and support for professional development of direct reports + Assist in the oversight, training, and development of student leadership programs + Assist in the supervision and coordination of undergraduate medical education milestone events + Represent the student affairs program in organizations, task forces or related consortia at local, regional, state, and national levels + Facilitate and engage in scholarly activity related to student affairs and medical education + Maintain an understanding of crisis management and serve as an advocate and point of contact for medical students regarding sensitive and confidential matters, counseling, and intervention efforts + Develop and implement strategies and plans in cases of student emergencies. Ensures plans are consistent and compliant with other University policies. + Other duties as assigned Qualifications + MD, DO, PhD, or EdD degree (or equivalent) + Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience in undergraduate medical education (e.g., course or clerkship director) + Proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues throughout the School of Medicine and the University + Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects, meet deadlines, maintain confidentiality, and adapt to changing priorities and needs required with professionalism and diplomacy + Familiarity with state and federal laws pertaining to student and patient rights, privacy, and safety (e.g., FERPA, HIPAA, Title IX, and ADA) + Strong commitment to the University's mission and values in creating a supportive learning environment that builds community among the student body and faculty + Ability to identify and support the needs of all student populations UT Health San Antonio is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer including protected veterans and persons with disabilities. Additional Information Benefits Overview UT Health San Antonio offers an excellent benefits package for its employees. Employees who work at least 20 hours a week, with an appointment of at least 4.5 months, are eligible for benefits. Medical - UT SELECT Medical insurance is offered free for employees and administered by Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas. Family members can be added to the plan through payroll deduction. Employees and their dependents can also receive discounted copays and coinsurance when using UT Health Physicians, a network of 800 premier physicians including more than 100 specialists. Dental - Three dental insurance plan options are available for employees and their families through Delta Dental Insurance Company, two PPOs and one dental HMO plan. Both PPO plans allow employees to choose any licensed dentist. Vision - Fully insured Vision Care benefits are offered by Superior Vision Services. Two vision plan options that offer either standard or enhanced vision benefits. Life Employees receive $40,000 of group term life insurance and $40,000 of basic accidental death and dismemberment insurance for free, with options to purchase additional employee and dependent coverage for both at group rates. Retirement - Employees are eligible for either the Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP). TRS is a defined benefit retirement plan which UT Health matches employee contributions. ORP is for eligible faculty staff employees. Voluntary retirement programs are also available to invest before- or after-tax dollars with the choice of five quality retirement plan providers. Time Off- A generous leave program offers multiple paid leave options: Front-loaded Paid Time Off: 128 to 208 hours (16 to 26 days) of Paid Time Off based on years of service, given at the start of each fiscal year. PTO may be prorated in year one based on date of hire. Extended Illness Bank: 8 hours (1 day) accrued per month which can be used for illness or injury after one day of Paid Time Off is taken. Paid Family Leave: Up to 240 hours (6 weeks) to care for a spouse, child, or parent after 6 months of consecutive employment. Holidays: 12 set paid holidays each year plus three floating holidays, which can be used anytime during the fiscal year. FSAs- Employees can enroll in flexible spending accounts (FSAs) to set aside money from earnings before taxes for qualifying dependent day care expenses or out-of-pocket health care expenses. Discounts - Employees enjoy a range of discounts on services, tickets, and gym membership. UT Health San Antonio is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. It is our policy to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.