Assistant Vice Provost - Student Affairs
- Employer
- The University of Kansas
- Location
- Lawrence, Kansas
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- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Position Overview
The Assistant Vice Provost for Student Affairs at the University of Kansas serves as a senior member of the Student Affairs leadership team and reports to and serves at the pleasure of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs. This position supervises and provides overall leadership and direction for Sexual Assault Prevention and Education Center, Sorority and Fraternity Life, Student Affairs Assessment and Strategic Initiatives, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Student Involvement and Leadership Center. Additionally, this position coordinates programs and resources directed toward KU parents and families, including the KU Parents’ Association.
The Office of Student Affairs houses the University's student services organizations which provide services and programs designed to assist students in achieving their academic and personal goals. Student Affairs works in partnership with other members of the campus community in the creation, enhancement, coordination, and assessment of services and activities beyond academics and serves as an advocate for students across the University community.
This position will work on-site. In a continuing effort to provide equal educational and employment opportunities, the university actively encourages applications from members of underrepresented groups in higher education. The successful candidate must meet all position requirements by the effective date of the appointment.
The University is located in Lawrence, a city with a population exceeding 95,000. The community is known for its support of the University, education, arts, and research and regularly appears in various “best town” listings. Lawrence is centrally located between the State of Kansas Capitol in Topeka and the major metropolitan community of Kansas City.
Job Description
25% Serves on the Student Affairs Senior Leadership team to provide leadership, planning and administrative support for Student Affairs.
25% Supervises and evaluates personnel, fiscal management, and budget oversight.
20% Develops initiatives that foster student engagement, student development, and protective behaviors, and achieves quality student life.
20% Addresses concerns regarding students and serves as a contact for students, faculty, staff, and family members needing assistance and direction related to student support services. Advocates for students’ needs and concerns and advances student engagement in decision-making to promote persistence and graduation.
10% Other duties as needed, including supporting Student Senate; serving as a member of the KU On Call Team; and representation of Student Affairs at University events and services on various University committees.
Required Qualifications
1. Doctorate or Juris doctor degree.
2. Minimum of 3 years of full time, professional experience demonstrating increasing levels of responsibilities, professional experience and leadership in higher education.
3. At least 2 years previous experience supervising professionals in higher education.
4. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and proactively with a diverse population of students, staff, faculty, administrators, and other members of the community.
5. Experience supervising professionals in a higher education.
6. Experience with budget oversight and business management/development.
7. Experience working collaboratively across departments, units, or with various constituent groups to ensure continuous improvement in student services aiding retention and graduation.
8. Excellent written communication skills as evidenced by application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
1. Seven years of progressive leadership focused on focused on data-driven assessment of programs and service needs of today’s college students. Familiar with high-risk behaviors’ prevention and accountability programs to aid student persistence to graduation.
2. Experience addressing student needs related to student development and well-being in order to increase retention, academic progress and graduation rates; including assessing program effectiveness on student recruitment, retention and persistence.
3. Evidence of data-driven assessment of the program/service needs of today's college students. Familiar with referral processes and typical campus resources.
4. Experience providing consultation to university faculty, staff and administration regarding student support.
5. Demonstrated ability to analyze complex situations.
6. Experience in policy and procedure development.
7. Willingness to initiate change while managing multiple and concurrent tasks.
8. Experience working at a large, public university.
9. Commitment to professional development and professional associations as evidence by membership and/or presentation.
Contact Information to Applicants
Jason Krone
Additional Candidate Instruction
A complete application consists of:
A cover letter addressing how required qualifications are met
Resume
3 Professional References
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Application review will begin October 11th and will remain open until a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
Advertised Salary Range
$100,013
Application Review Begins
11-Oct-2021
Anticipated Start Date
03-Jan-2022
Primary Campus
University of Kansas Lawrence Campus
FTE
1.0
Reg/Temp
Regular
FLSA Status
Executive
Employee Class
U-Unclassified Professional Staff
Job Family
Administrative/Management-KUL
Work Location Assignment
On-Site
Disclaimer
The University of Kansas prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability status as a veteran, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in the university's programs and activities. Retaliation is also prohibited by university policy. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies and are the Title IX coordinators for their respective campuses: Director of the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, civilrights@ku.edu, Room 1082, Dole Human Development Center, 1000 Sunnyside Avenue, Lawrence, KS 66045, 785-864-6414, 711 TTY (for the Lawrence, Edwards, Parsons, Yoder, and Topeka campuses); Director, Equal Opportunity Office, Mail Stop 7004, 4330 Shawnee Mission Parkway, Fairway, KS 66205, 913-588-8011, 711 TTY (for the Wichita, Salina, and Kansas City, Kansas medical center campuses).
Organization
Working at the University of Kansas
Join the University of Kansas, and you’ll become part of a Jayhawk family that spans the globe. Wear your KU shirt in London, Istanbul, Buenos Aires, Nairobi or anywhere else, and you will likely hear a resounding “Rock Chalk!” from a stranger. Of course, the appropriate response is an enthusiastic “Jayhawk!” Because, after all, they’re not really strangers, they’re family.
The Jayhawk community is united by more than 150 years of tradition and by our commitment to pushing the boundaries of knowledge, transforming the academic experience, and creating solutions through innovative research. KU’s mission is to lift students and society by educating leaders, building healthy communities and making discoveries that change the world.
The University of Kansas is the state’s flagship university and one of just 66 invited members of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU). We consistently earn high rankings for academics and recognition as a premier research university.
KU faculty and staff embrace our role as the state’s flagship university, AAU member and R1 institution that serves the state, nation and world. We celebrate the energy and compassion that infuse the Jayhawk spirit; and, we remain true to KU’s historic values: the elevating force of education, the transformative power of research and the healing power of service.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
The University of Kansas is committed to a learning and workplace environment that is representative of our nation and global society, accepts and values everyone, appreciates our common humanity and understands that our multiple differences are the cornerstone of academic preparation, professional excellence and distinction. KU must be a place where all people feel they belong and have access to resources and support that help them attain their educational and professional goals.
We recognize there are inequalities and privileges generated by historical and persistent intersecting differences by race, ethnicity, gender identities, gender expressions, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, age, abilities, religion, regional background, veteran status, citizenship status and nationality. And we hold ourselves accountable for policies, processes and programs that appreciate these and other differences and create more fair, safe and just learning, working and living environments for KU students, faculty and staff.
Instruction
KU offers a broad array of undergraduate and graduate study programs, and we fulfill our mission through academic and research programs of international distinction, coupled with outstanding libraries, teaching museums and information technology. These resources enrich the academic experience for students from all 50 states and 112 countries, and provide enrichment resources for KU faculty and staff.
Research
The university attains high levels of research productivity and recognizes that faculty are part of a network of scholars and academicians that shape a discipline as well as teach it. KU staff are integral to our research success, participating in and supporting discoveries that expand knowledge and improve lives.
Service
The university and our employees serve society through research, teaching and the preservation and dissemination of knowledge. KU's academic programs, arts facilities and public programs provide cultural enrichment opportunities for the larger community. And, KU offers educational, research and service programs throughout the state. KU employees are encouraged to participate in and serve the campus and surrounding communities in a way that is meaningful to them.
International Dimension
KU offers more than 100 programs of international study and cooperative research for KU students and faculty at sites around the world. The university offers teaching and research that draw upon and contribute to the most advanced developments throughout the United States and abroad. At the same time, KU's extensive international ties support economic development in Kansas.
Values
The University of Kansas, our students and employees are committed to excellence. We foster a multicultural, inclusive environment in which the dignity and rights of individuals are respected. Intellectual diversity, integrity and disciplined inquiry in the search for knowledge are of paramount importance.
Our City and State
KU sits atop Mt. Oread in the center of Lawrence, a town full of natural beauty and culture. In fact, Rolling Stone magazine named Lawrence one of the best college towns in the United States. Lawrence is home to more than 100,000 people, and has a charming, Midwestern friendliness that welcomes visitors and celebrates diversity. In addition to KU, Lawrence is home to Haskell Indian Nations University, the premiere tribal university in the United States.
Lawrence’s historic and thriving downtown features restaurants, nightlife and local shops offering unique finds that you won’t find anywhere else. The town has more than 50 parks, an encompassing mixed-use trail, and quick access to biking/hiking trails along the Kansas River and around Clinton Lake. A five-minute drive from Lawrence, Clinton Lake offers fishing, boating, beaches, camping and other outdoor activities.
Located just 40 minutes west of Kansas City, Lawrence offers the appeal of a mid-size, suburban town with quick access to the amenities of a large city, including an international airport. The Kansas City metro area is home to world-class museums and cultural activities, Jazz clubs and other nightlife venues, expansive shopping options, and exciting professional sports with the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals and Sporting KC.
Kansas is in the center of the country, making it convenient and cost effective to fly or drive to destinations throughout the United States. Far from flat, the Flint Hills, just 90 minutes from Lawrence, offer panoramic vistas that showcase the breathtaking beauty of America.
Making KU Your Home
Something about Lawrence is magnetic. Long-time residents are never surprised when a KU student or employee from out of state decides to make Lawrence their permanent home. And, even those who do leave often find themselves returning to “the nest” at some point in the future. In fact, Lawrence has been named by several publications as one of the best places to retire.
At the University of Kansas, you’ll join a global Jayhawk family and find a place to call home.
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