The Associate Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students is responsible for strategic leadership and oversight of several key departments and programs within the Division of Student Life. Reporting directly to the Senior Vice President for Student Life, this role is instrumental in shaping the student experience at 两性色午夜 University by cultivating an engaging, inclusive, and supportive environment that aligns with the university鈥檚 mission and goals.
Reporting Departments/Units:
- CARES Center (Crisis, Advocacy, Resources, Education, and Support)
- Center for Sexual & Relationship Violence Support Services
- Counseling and Psychological Services
- Recreational and Wellness Services
- Office of Conduct & Community Engagement
- Office of the Dean of Students
- Parents and Families Engagement
Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Supervision: Oversee student services' planning, organization, and coordination to meet university-level goals and objectives. In their absence, serve as the acting Senior Vice President for Student Life.
- Student Advocacy: Serve as the institution鈥檚 primary student advocate, promoting policies and programs that enhance student success, satisfaction, retention, and graduation.
- Strategic Collaboration: Partner with academic deans, senior leadership, and various campus constituents to promote student success through quality programming, resources, and support efforts.
- Crisis Management: Lead the division鈥檚 responses to major crises impacting students, including overseeing the emergency call center and coordinating responses to student-related emergencies.
- Policy Development: Provide leadership in the analysis, creation, and interpretation of student policies, ensuring they align with institutional goals and have a positive impact on the campus community.
- Mental Health and Well-being: Spearhead initiatives to educate the campus community on mental health resources and coordinate the CARE Team to support students at risk.
- Title IX Coordination: Act as the deputy Title IX coordinator for students, working closely with the Office of Gender Equity & Title IX on relevant matters.
- Community Engagement: Foster a positive town-gown relationship and promote campus inclusivity and student participation.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Qualifications: A master鈥檚 degree in higher education administration, student personnel, or a relevant field, with ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration.
- Preferred Qualifications: A terminal degree in higher education, student personnel, or a related field, with extensive experience in designing and supporting co-curricular experiences on college campuses.
Skills and Abilities:
- Expertise in strategic planning, student organizations, leadership programs, and student affairs trends.
- Exceptional ability to build partnerships with students, faculty, staff, and the broader community.
- Proven record of accomplishment in managing complex projects, aligning departmental processes with institutional priorities, and leading teams effectively.
- Strong commitment to fostering an inclusive and welcoming campus climate.
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