Associate Vice Provost and Deputy Dean of Students

• Provide overarching strategic direction and leadership for the Residential Learning Communities and Student Support Services, two core units integral to the Division of Student Affairs.
• Collaborate closely with the Vice Provost and Chief Student Affairs Officer to share information, engage in issue-spotting, and creatively solve problems to benefit the university community.
• Stay informed about emerging issues and trends affecting the student experience and the field of student affairs, and educate the university community and stakeholders accordingly.
• Proactively identify and implement innovative, entrepreneurial solutions to address areas of improvement and foster growth within the division.
• Play a key role in divisional planning, resource allocation, and policy formulation, ensuring compliance with federal and state laws, including those governing students' rights.

• Strategically administer and allocate unit budgets in alignment with university and divisional priorities and policies.
• Oversee operational excellence across units, ensuring resource optimization and compliance with institutional regulations.

• Lead and manage a team of professional staff, including four direct reports and 250 undergraduate student staff, fostering a culture of professional growth, accountability, and innovation.
• Make critical hiring decisions, provide coaching and mentoring, and oversee performance management processes to ensure team excellence.

• Oversee a comprehensive Student Support Services portfolio, including Veterans Affairs, CARE, First-Gen Students, and Off-Campus Student Life.
• Lead the creation of seamless transition systems for upperclassmen moving to off-campus housing and broader student support services.

• Manage and direct the strategic development and implementation of living and learning residential communities, emphasizing co-curricular learning and student engagement.
• Oversee crisis management efforts, including the Administrator's on-call program, and act as the primary contact for residential crisis management.
• Enhance residential life through comprehensive programming focused on community, connection, belonging, leadership, diversity, and well-being.

• Coordinate the development and delivery of high-impact, large-scale cultural and social programs for the student body.
• Provide leadership training and advisory support to student organizations, committees, and initiatives, fostering a vibrant campus life.

• Build and implement a data-informed strategy to monitor individual student progress, addressing key attrition factors such as academic, financial, and social barriers.
• Collaborate with institutional stakeholders to develop innovative support systems that ensure student success and retention.

• Maintain open communication channels with the Vice Provost and Chief Student Affairs Officer to align on institutional goals and priorities.
• Serve as an advocate for student needs and well-being, influencing policies and practices that enhance the overall student experience.

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  Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the Student Conduct Services unit, ensuring fair, consistent, and educational approaches to resolving student conduct issues in alignment with institutional policies and values.
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  Develop, implement, and assess policies, procedures, and educational programs that promote accountability, personal growth, and community standards, while addressing issues such as academic integrity, behavioral misconduct, and campus safety.
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  Collaborate with campus stakeholders, including faculty, staff, and student leaders, to create a culture of integrity, respect, and ethical decision-making across the university community.

• Perform other related duties as needed, with the flexibility to adapt to evolving institutional priorities. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
• This role provides a unique opportunity for a transformational leader to advance the mission of the university by enhancing the student experience, fostering innovation, and shaping a supportive and inclusive campus environment.

• Advanced degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, or related field.
• Significant experience in senior leadership roles within Student Affairs or related areas.
• Demonstrated success in strategic planning, staff development, crisis management, and program implementation.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student development.
• Deep understanding of federal and state laws governing students' rights and higher education policies.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.

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