Associate Dean of Student Affairs - Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School

Associate Dean of Student Affairs - Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School

ID

102217

Application Deadline

12 / 2 / 2025

Category

Student Affairs

Company

The Chicago School

Job Locations

US-IL-Chicago

At a glance

Another Source's client, The Chicago School, is launching the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM) - welcoming its first class in 2026! They're seeking an Associate Dean of Student Affairs to lead and shape the student experience as IllinoisCOM prepares for its inaugural cohort.

This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced student affairs leader with medical education expertise to influence strategy, strengthen culture, and create a holistic student success model - all while rolling up their sleeves to bring that vision to life.

If you're inspired by innovation in higher education and passionate about advancing student success in medical training - this could be your next big chapter. #CSSO #studentaffairs

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Description : What you'll be doing

Another Source's client, Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School , is recruiting an Associate Dean of Student Success for their College in Chicago, Illinois.

About The Chicago School

The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across more than 40 academic programs leading to bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees, as well as a professional certificates. Our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for more than 45 years.

As an employee at The Chicago School, you'll join a community committed to excellence. We take pride in hiring and retaining dynamic, talented, and passionate professionals who help us innovate and serve our students for decades to come.

The University is currently building the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM), which will welcome its first class in summer 2026. IllinoisCOM's mission is to train exceptional physicians who understand the interconnection of physical and mental health, providing compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.

To learn more about the college of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School : https : / / www.thechicagoschool.edu / academics / colleges / illinoiscom / ?utm_source=chatgpt.com

Anticipated Salary : $150,000-$200,000 depended on experience. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Benefits : The Chicago School offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, health and dental coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement contributions, flexible spending accounts, and tuition assistance. Please find more information at : https : / / www.thechicagoschool.edu / in-the-community / careers /

About the Position :

The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at The Chicago School (IllinoisCOM) has achieved pre accreditation status and is preparing to welcome its first class in summer 2026. The College seeks an Associate Dean for Student Affairs to lead and integrate student affairs functions for IllinoisCOM and to shape a student experience that supports academic persistence, professional development, and the high standards of medical training. This work aligns with the University's mission to advance compassionate, patient-centered care that integrates mental and physical health.

Reporting to the Dean for Student Success, the Associate Dean will serve as IllinoisCOM's senior leader for student affairs, working collaboratively across the College and the University to ensure that the needs of medical students are met through coordinated, student-centered approaches. This leader will assess how University systems and processes can best support medical students and, when needed, help design or refine structures that address IllinoisCOM's unique needs. The Associate Dean will oversee readiness efforts, drive continuous improvement, and ensure that all student-facing functions meet standards of excellence in professionalism, inclusion, and service.

This is a full-time, on-site role at the Chicago campus. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.

Responsibilities :

Leadership and Strategic Direction

Provide vision, leadership, and coordination for all student affairs function within the Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine (IllinoisCOM).

• Establish and maintain an operating rhythm that supports readiness, service quality, and accountability.
• Lead collaboratively across the University and College to align student-facing work while adapting processes to meet the distinct needs of medical students.
• Build effective communication and feedback loops among teams to ensure responsiveness, clarity, and coordinated action.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, equity, and continuous improvement in all aspects of student affairs.
• Represent IllinoisCOM in institutional and external settings related to student affairs.

Oversight of Student-Facing Services, Systems, and Resources

Operations, Data, and Continuous Improvement

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and / or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualifies. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.

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