Director of Medical Student Services 997846

The proposed College of Osteopathic Medicine at Xavier University (XUCOM) invites applications for the Director of Medical Student Services (DMSS) to coordinate the activities of the academic affairs and student affairs areas within the COM. Direct reports will include up to three Medical Student Services Coordinators. This position works closely with the Assistant Director of Financial Aid, Accommodation Coordinator, University’s Medical & Mental Health Services and with the XUCOM Associate Deans. The DMSS is involved in strategic planning, and leads coordinating student health and wellness, student retention, student clubs, and all activities related to student orientation and graduation.

This position reports to the COM Senior Associate Dean of Academic Affairs with a dotted line to the Assistant Vice President for Leadership and Engagement in regards to student organizations.  This position also works closely with University Student Affairs in terms of student care and support integration. 

XUCOM is the first osteopathic medical school at a Jesuit Catholic University.  To fulfill its mission, XUCOM will integrate Jesuit Catholic traditions and values with Osteopathic Principles and Practice; our mission is infused in all that we do.  Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leads the following initiatives
• All activities related to XUCOM Orientation and Graduation
• Response to Students in Crisis
• Student Organizations
• Student Leadership Development
• Student Security, Safety, Health, and Wellness
• Financial Aid and Debt Counseling
• Student Support for Accommodations

Supports the following activities
• Student Professionalism and Conduct
• Career Counseling
• Student Surveys
• Health Insurance

Collaboration with COM Leadership 
• Collaborate with the Dean’s Leadership Team to ensure accreditation compliance
• Partner with the Associate Deans to identify trends in student performance and medical education to make recommendations for policy, process, and programming changes
• Creates and manages financial budget for all Medical Student Services programs
• Contributes to the Mission of the college

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in education, business or other related field required
• Doctorate (EdD, PhD) in education preferred
• 3-5 years in a medical school setting

To ensure consideration for this position, please submit a letter of application, resume, and name, address and phone number of three professional references on Xavier University’s website by November 20, 2025.

Questions may be directed to Dr. Mike LaFontaine, search committee chair, at lafontainem@xavier.edu.

BENEFITS

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family.  Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

·      Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

·      Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.

·      Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

·      Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

·      Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.