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Dean of Students – Visa Sponsorship Opportunity in Doylestown, PA | Apply Now
Company: Delaware Valley University
Location: Doylestown, PA
Employment Type: Part-time
Date Posted:
Start Your Global Career: Dean of Students with Visa Sponsorship in Doylestown, PA
Are you exploring visa sponsorship jobs in Doylestown, PA? This role at Delaware Valley University is designed to
fast-track your international career in 2025—complete with full work visa support and relocation guidance.
About the Hiring Company: Delaware Valley University
Delaware Valley University is a global leader in its industry, committed to diversity and the professional growth of international staff.
In 2025, we’re actively sponsoring visas for qualified candidates to join our team in Doylestown, PA.
- Inclusive, multicultural environment
- Comprehensive onboarding for global hires
- Flexible remote or hybrid models
Job Description: What You’ll Do
Job Summary
The Dean of Students is a student advocate responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight of programs and services that support student development, engagement, wellness, and success. Instrumental in promoting student development as adults and community members, the dean advances institutional goals and strategic priorities. This role oversees key functional areas including Student Engagement & Involvement, Student Conduct, Student Health, Wellness and Counseling Services, and Residence Life & Housing. Additionally, the Dean of Students serves as a liaison and coordinating staff member for Public Safety, chairs the Title IX Central Review Team, and functions as the Title IX liaison with the University’s external support for Title IX. As a member of the Provost Leadership Team, the ideal candidate is a collaborative and student-centered leader with a strong commitment to a holistic student development model that includes co-curricular, extra-curricular, and curricular programming.
Supervisory Responsibilities
* Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff
* Supervises personnel in Student Engagement & Involvement, Residence Life and Housing, Student Health & Wellness, Student Development
* Oversees the daily workflow of direct reports
* Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations and feedback
* Sets yearly goals and initiatives for direct reports
* Manages time off requests for staff
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
* Engages in unit, division, and university strategic planning efforts and participates in programs and processes intended to improve student support and the student experience. Represents student safety and wellness needs to university leaders and stakeholders.
* Provides direction, intervention, and prevention for students in need, including collaborating with mental health staff, providing student advocacy, and working with staff and students affected by a crisis. Serves in an on-call capacity and identifies and implements interventions in the best interest of students and the university community.
* Provides training and information to students, faculty, staff, parents, and external stakeholders regarding student wellbeing, resources, rights, responsibilities, and overall experience to support student retention and success.
* Acts as Title IX liaison, working with University’s external Title IX support structure to ensure compliance with federal and state regulations and institutional policies. Supports the student grievance process and participates as a member of the Title IX Central Review Team, providing training and education, and coordinating resources and relationships with municipal law enforcement and victim advocate groups.
* Administers and oversees the fair and consistent application of the university’s Student Code of Conduct. Facilitates the selection process for membership to the university’s conduct board, trains campus constituents on the student conduct process, conducts periodic reviews of best practices, and oversees ongoing revisions to the process.
* Plans and manages the budget of the Office of Dean of Students
* Plays a leadership role as a member of the University Emergency Management team in response to major crises (Campus Emergencies, student death, and critical incidents) impacting students within the University community.
* Collaborates with Public Safety and on-call personnel on protocols for response to safety, health, or other critical or emergency incidents occurring on campus. Traind and supervises staff in the consistent application and reporting of incident response, and monitors incidents to ensure effective resolution and follow up.
* Serves as chair of the Aggie Care Team, providing student affairs leadership and perspective in partnership with academic affairs for the student concerns committee, which triages and develops intervention strategies for students experiencing difficulty in and out of the classroom.
* Responsible for ongoing development and oversight of the case management function within student affairs to support the success and persistence of students who have difficulties with personal, health, wellness, conduct, safety or their general welfare or life management.
* Serves on committees, task forces, and projects as requested.
* Other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
* Effective communication skills and experience with relationship building across administrative constituencies
* Skills and experience in budget management and technology
* Demonstrated ability to build positive relationships with a diverse array of students
* Effective communication, training and development skills.
* Experience with crisis intervention and advocacy principles and practices
* Ability to foster a cooperative work environment
* Strong organizing and coordinating skills
* Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops
Education and Experience:
* A minimum of a master’s degree in a relevant field (counseling, student personnel, or higher education) is required.
* Minimum of five (5) years of post-graduate experience in higher education student affairs/student life including experience with student disciplinary protocols
* Working knowledge of federal and state regulations affecting higher education and student life
* Understanding of, and experience with, best practices associated with Title IX is preferred
Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
* Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
* Occasionally lifting 25 lbs. or less
* Typically standing or walking
* Required to be on-call and work non-traditional hours when required
About The University
Delaware Valley University (DelVal) is a private, comprehensive, nonprofit university educating students with a curriculum that emphasizes and requires experiential learning. Located in Doylestown, Pennsylvania, about 30 miles north of Philadelphia, the University offers 28 undergraduate majors in business, arts and sciences, and agricultural and environmental sciences; 12 master’s degrees; and a doctorate in education. Founded in 1896, DelVal has been cited by the National Society for Experiential Education as having the country’s top experiential learning program, by Princeton Review as one of the best colleges in the Northeast, and by College Factual as having one of the top 20 animal science programs in the country.
Delaware Valley University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.
Main Responsibilities
- Execute role-specific deliverables aligned with KPIs
- Collaborate across local and international teams
- Maintain compliance and accurate reporting
- Contribute to strategic business objectives
Ideal Candidate Profile
Basic Qualifications
- 1–3 years of relevant experience
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Proficient with digital collaboration tools
- Willing to relocate or coordinate remotely
Preferred Attributes
- Experience in cross-border projects
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills
- Cultural adaptability and teamwork
Why Work in Doylestown, PA in 2025?
- Clear work-visa pathways for skilled professionals
- High demand for international talent
- Excellent quality of life and social services
- Safe, well-connected urban centers
- Opportunities for permanent residency
Visa Sponsorship & Relocation Support
We provide end-to-end sponsorship assistance:
- Official support letter for visa applications
- Immigration paperwork guidance
- Travel and initial accommodation help
- Access to immigration experts
Package & Benefits
- Visa sponsorship and relocation package
- Competitive international remuneration
- Professional development and upskilling
- Potential path to permanent residency
How to Apply
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