How to hire a student dean

How to hire a student dean, step by step

Here's a step-by-step student dean hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a student dean job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new student dean
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The student dean hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

   Is the person you're thinking of hiring a US citizen or green card holder?

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   A student dean's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, student deans from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list presents student dean salaries for various positions.

   Type of Student Dean	Description	Hourly rate
   Student Dean	Postsecondary education administrators oversee student services, academics, and faculty research at colleges and universities. Their job duties vary depending on the area of the college they manage, such as admissions, student life, or the office of the registrar.	$15-52
   New Member Educator	A New Member Educator is a person who prepares new members to uphold the standards and ideals of a fraternity and sorority and continually strives to improve it especially found in colleges and universities. These positions are; educating initiated and active members on how to support and mentor the younger members to become successful within an organization, recruit new members whose ideals match those of the organization, assist new members to navigate campus, and make use of campus resources.	$11-23
   Co-Chair	A co-chair is responsible for supporting the duties and responsibilities under the supervision of a chair. Co-chairs help with the implementation of effective plans and programs that would benefit the organization... Show more	$10-167

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Behavior Issues
   • Staff Development
   • Crisis Intervention
   • Student Achievement
   • Progress Monitoring
   • Student Services
   • Behavior Management
   • Student Life
   • Student Conduct
   • Oversight
   • Conflict Resolution
   • Student Attendance
   • Student Development
   • Disciplinary Actions

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Implement recruitment efforts with local schools and colleges.
   • Assist with tours of various HBCU and non-HBCU colleges and universities.
   • Foster a positive school culture through oversight of social activities including talent shows, prep rallies and community meetings.
   • Provide comprehensive oversight and direction.
   • Foster positive campus climate for very diverse student population.
   • Work cooperatively with other administrators to promote student success and a positive campus climate.

   More student dean duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in the student dean job description is a good way to get more applicants. A student dean salary can be affected by several factors, such as the location of the job, the level of experience, education, certifications, and the employer's prestige.

   For example, the average salary for a student dean in Nebraska may be lower than in New York, and an entry-level engineer typically earns less than a senior-level student dean. Additionally, a student dean with lots of experience in the field may command a higher salary as a result.

   Average student dean salary

   $59,497yearly

   $28.60 hourly rate

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   Entry-level student dean salary

   $32,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 14, 2025

   Average student dean salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	New York	$81,183	$39
   2	Maryland	$76,412	$37
   3	California	$76,116	$37
   4	New Jersey	$69,783	$34
   5	Connecticut	$63,860	$31
   6	Illinois	$62,522	$30
   7	Massachusetts	$59,611	$29
   8	Michigan	$58,980	$28
   9	North Carolina	$55,616	$27
   10	Louisiana	$55,411	$27
   11	Texas	$52,487	$25
   12	Minnesota	$51,509	$25
   13	Arizona	$51,090	$25
   14	Ohio	$49,466	$24
   15	Florida	$44,780	$22
   16	New Mexico	$44,533	$21
   17	Utah	$43,313	$21
   18	Colorado	$42,158	$20

   Average student dean salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Dawson School	$88,221	$42.41
   2	Envision	$86,268	$41.48
   3	Boston Public Schools	$83,323	$40.06	1
   4	The Orchard School	$79,808	$38.37
   5	Univ Of Colorado-Colorado Spgs	$69,141	$33.24
   6	Magnolia Educational and Research Foundation	$66,711	$32.07	1
   7	Erie 2-Chautauqua-Cattaraugus BOCES	$65,019	$31.26
   8	Bristol Public School District	$64,439	$30.98	2
   9	CAPITAL PREP HARBOR SCHOOL	$61,599	$29.61	3
   10	Sheridan School District	$61,472	$29.55
   11	Everest Academy	$60,654	$29.16
   12	The Family Church	$60,342	$29.01
   13	Irving Isd	$59,550	$28.63	3
   14	Making Waves Education Program	$58,539	$28.14
   15	Hyde Leadership Charter School (Elementary & Middle School)	$57,864	$27.82
   16	Aspire Public Schools	$57,402	$27.60	17
   17	Civitas Education Partners	$57,374	$27.58
   18	East Side Union High School District	$57,269	$27.53
   19	The Chicago High School for the Arts	$56,044	$26.94
   20	YES Prep Public Schools	$55,938	$26.89	4

4. Writing a student dean job description

   A student dean job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a student dean job description:

   Student dean job description example

5. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

6. May require more than 40 hours per week to perform the essential duties of the position.

7. Fine hand manipulation (keyboarding).

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• May work prolonged or irregular hours

• Frequent district-wide travel; occasional statewide or out-of-state travel

• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate

• Internal office space within a school environment

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Knowledge of and skills in using various computer programs including, but not limited, to Google Suite Software

• Skills in finding ways to solve problems and improve systems

• Skills in learning quickly, demonstrating an ability to quickly and proficiently absorb new information

• Ability to work well in a team

• Ability to possess a strong willingness to work hard and long hours to get the job done

• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively (verbally and in writing) with other professionals in a team setting

• Ability to operate a computer and the skills to learn and utilize software and other technology

• Ability to interact positively and effectively with parents, students, staff, and administrators

• Ability to maintain confidentiality

• Ability to organize materials in a logical and compelling manner

• Ability to follow directions and work unsupervised on multiple projects and meet deadlines

Other Requirements:

• Full Vaccination against Covid 19



Benefits:

Benefits:

We offer a competitive compensation package, including generous retirement contributions and comprehensive health benefits.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

NOCP encourages individuals of all identities and backgrounds to apply for this position. We are an equal opportunity employer fully committed to hiring a talented and diverse group of individuals. NOCP does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin or ancestry, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by applicable law. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Being authorized to work in the U.S. is a precondition of employment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required.