Dean of Students

FBBC&TS is seeking to employ a qualified individual for the position of dean of students. The dean of students will supervise all students and contribute to their spiritual, social, and academic development so that their attitudes and actions will honor Christ and uphold the objectives of Faith Baptist Bible College. This position reports to the executive vice president. This posting will remain open until filled.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities
  • Manage and supervise the personnel, budget, and operations of the student life department.
  • Report to the Student Life Committee of the Board of Directors at each meeting.
  • Oversee new and returning student orientation and registration.
  • Oversee all student discipleship, counseling, and discipline.
  • Update student handbook and help students to understand and follow policies.
  • Oversee campus life and activities.
  • Oversee student leadership: Resident Advisors, Student Association Officers, Class Officers, and Deepen Group Leaders.
  • Oversee student housing.
  • Maintain oversight of campus security.
  • Maintain oversight of health services.
  • Maintain oversight of the drama department.
  • Participate in various committees for school improvement and accreditation purposes.

Position Details

Position:

Dean of Students

Type:

Full-Time Staff

Date Posted:

May 5, 2023

Location:

Ankeny, Iowa

Convictions and Character/Religious Qualifications

FBBC&TS seeks to maintain its theological and ecclesiastical identity as a Baptist institution of higher education. Therefore, we seek only to employ faculty whose beliefs, lifestyle, and convictions align with FBBC&TS’s religious positions. As such, all applicants must meet the following expectations:

  • Applicants must agree without mental reservation with FBBC&TS’ foundational documents.
  • Applicants must be Baptists in their beliefs and practice.
  • Applicants must adhere to Biblical standards of morality and living.
  • Applicants and/or their spouses must not be or ever have been divorced.
Application Process
  1. Carefully read the FBBC&TS’ foundational documents.
  2. Complete and submit your application to hr@faith.edu.
  3. Email your resume and/or curriculum vitae to hr@faith.edu.
  4. Complete the Predictive Index Assessment.

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Academic Qualifications
  • A four-year college degree is desired, preferably in some category of Biblical Studies. A master’s degree in communications, counseling, theology, or ministry is preferred.
  • Previous experience and/or training in department and personnel management are preferred.
  • Previous experience and/or training in Biblical counseling is preferred.
  • Previous pastoral experience would be very helpful for this position.

 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • An ability to manage and supervise people effectively.
  • An ability to maintain and review a budget and department operations.
  • A strong knowledge of God’s Word and skill in counseling and discipleship.
  • A love for God, a fervent relationship with Him, and love for people.
  • An ability to communicate well with people in various settings from one-on-one to large groups of people.
  • A high degree of independent decision-making skills and initiative.
  • Strong organizational skills for event planning, activities, calendars, training, etc.
  • An ability to relate to all sorts of people, especially college students, from a variety of backgrounds.