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Dean of Student Retention
 Maricopa Community College district | |
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
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 United States, Arizona, Phoenix | |
 Jul 08, 2026 | |
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Dean of Student Retention Job ID: 322889 Location: Phoenix College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $110,561.00 - $143,729.00/annually, DOE Grade 125 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities. The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations, we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day, our dedicated faculty, staff, and administrators, live out our vision- creating excellence in education for a better world. We focus on people-not profits. With 100% acceptance, zero rejections, and affordable tuition, we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how we're changing college. We don't just support our community-we help build it. We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact. We believe our employees are our most valuable asset. Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10,000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix. Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140,000 college students each year. Campus Statement Situated in central Phoenix, Arizona, Phoenix College (PC) welcomed its inaugural class of students on September 13, 1920. A comprehensive community college with over 17,000 students and more than 150 degree and certificate programs, including two bachelor's degrees, Phoenix College embraces a student-centered approach to ensure quality teaching and learning. PC is a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is nationally recognized with the Seal of Excelencia. In 2025, PC was named as one of the top 16 community colleges in the nation as a Most Promising Place to Work by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD). Join our top-tier faculty and staff as we innovate and lead in higher education. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package:
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Job Summary Phoenix College is looking for a Dean of Student Retention who provides strategic leadership, direction, and oversight for programs and services that support student engagement, persistence, and academic success. Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs, the Dean leads Academic Advising, Career Services, First-Year Student Experiences, Disability Resources & Services, Testing, Student Life & Leadership, and Student Conduct, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, student-centered services. The Dean collaborates with faculty, staff, and community partners to develop and implement initiatives that improve student retention, completion, and achievement. This position is responsible for planning, assessment, budget and team management, and the continuous improvement of programs that advance the college's student success goals. Essential Functions 40% - Strategic Leadership for Student Retention Programs and Success Provide leadership for college-wide student retention, persistence, completion, and engagement efforts; Develop and implement strategies that advance student success and support institutional priorities aligned with guided pathways principles and the community vibrancy framework; Use data, assessment, and continuous improvement practices to evaluate outcomes and inform decision-making. 20% - Student Conduct Administration and Campus Climate Provide leadership and oversight for the student conduct process and behavioral intervention efforts; Ensure the fair, consistent, and educational administration of the Student Code of Conduct and related policies; Review and adjudicate complex student conduct matters, appeals, and cases; Collaborate with college leadership, faculty, staff, and college safety to promote a safe, respectful, and inclusive campus environment; Foster a campus climate that embraces proactive educational initiatives to support student accountability and community standards. 20% - Team Leadership and Organizational Development Supervise, evaluate, mentor, and develop directors, managers, and professional staff within assigned departments; Lead recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and succession planning activities; Support employee engagement and professional development opportunities. 10% - Budget, Resource Management, and Compliance Prepares, recommends, and manages operating budget for areas of assignment; develops and implements long-term strategic plans and assessment activities; coordinates tracking systems, data collection, analysis, and follow-up; monitors compliance and reporting standards of district, state, and federal regulations. 10% - Collaboration, Partnerships, and College Service Collaborate with instructional leaders, student affairs departments, and community partners to advance student success goals; Represent the college on district committees, task forces, and professional organizations; Support college initiatives related to enrollment, retention, completion, and student engagement including for special populations and programs; Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned by the Vice President of Student Affairs. Minimum Qualifications Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to area of assignment and five (5) years of progressively responsible management and/or leadership experience in field of assignment that includes three (3) years of supervisory experience. Examples of student affairs academic support or non-academic pathway management/leadership experience includes: program management, project management, budget development and management related to programs or projects, staff supervision, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance. No degree equivalency. Desired Qualifications
Special Working Conditions MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visa. ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS Positions in this class typically require: typing, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions. Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Working Conditions: Work is routinely performed in an indoor, office environment. Some work may involve occasional outdoor environments with exposure to a variety of weather conditions, including rain, wind, dust, cold temperatures and extreme desert heat. Work requires prolonged sitting and viewing of a computer monitor. May be required to present in large meetings or to groups. Travel: Work may involve travel to various locations throughout the District. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. Qualified applicants or candidates with disabilities can submit a reasonable accommodation request at any point in the hiring process, and MCCCD's policy is to provide reasonable accommodation unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ADA Coordinator from the hiring campus location for assistance via email at adasupport@domail.maricopa.edu MCCCD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Posting Close Date Apply on or before 07/22/2026 to be considered. EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.erp.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=322889&PostingSeq=1 jeid-136f0d78912e8e408cc484c98baebc48 | |