What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Vice President position at Syracuse University?
Job #
037663
Department Code
00000
Department
Enrollment Management & The Student Experience (ESE)
Job Title
Assistant Vice President
Location
Syracuse, NY
Pay Range
Commensurate with experience
Staff Level
S7
FLSA Status
Exempt
Hours
Executive business hours, including some evenings and weekends, are expected.
For reference, standard University business hours are:
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
8:30am – 5:00pm (academic year)
8:00am – 4:30pm (summer)
Hours may vary based on operational needs.
Job Type
Full-time
Campus
Syracuse, NY
Unionized Position Code
Not Applicable
Job Description
The Assistant Vice President assesses and evaluates existing student leadership development and engagement programs on an ongoing basis; researches best practices among peer and aspirational institutions for innovative student programs targeting engagement, connection, and belonging; takes a leadership role in designing and implementing new student-focused programs in the ESE Division; provides recommendations and advice to the SVP and other ESE Division leaders on emerging issues in student affairs and possible responses to the same; represents ESE Division leadership at events and meetings as requested; serves as ESE liaison to other University colleges/schools/divisions/units as directed; assists in crisis/incident planning and response.
Qualifications
Master’s degree in higher education counseling or administration. A minimum of 10 years experience in student affairs administration, culminating in the position of Dean of Students or otherwise as Chief Student Affairs Officer.
History of success and progressively responsible levels of responsibility and leadership within Student Affairs in higher education. Experience overseeing a broad range of student programs within higher education is preferred.
History of success and progressively responsible levels of responsibility and leadership within Student Affairs in higher education. Experience overseeing a broad range of student programs within higher education is preferred.
Job Specific Qualifications
- Knowledge of a broad array of student affairs operations, including residence life, student conduct processes, threat assessment and incident response, and student leadership development.
- A demonstrated commitment to increasing student satisfaction and a sense of inclusion/belonging. Strong commitment to creating a climate in which students of diverse backgrounds, traits and experiences can flourish.
Responsibilities
- Research/review/evaluate “best practice” programs and initiatives at peer and aspirational institutions and report on the same to the SVP, including making informed recommendations.
- Take a leadership role in the design/development of new programs and initiatives to aid in student leadership development and create enhanced feelings of connection/belonging/inclusion among students.
- Provide sound and well-reasoned counsel and advice to the SVP and other senior ESE Division leaders on emerging issues and considerations in student affairs.
- Represent the SVP and other ESE leadership in meetings and at events when requested and as appropriate to the circumstances.
- Play a key role in planning for and responding to incidents and crises that impact student life and the institution more broadly and engage on an ongoing basis with DPS leadership on matters of student safety.
Physical Requirements
Tools/Equipment
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu.
About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEOC
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity.
Quick Link
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/89488
Job Posting Date
10/22/2021
Application Deadline
Full Consideration By
Job Category
Staff
Message to Applicants
Syracuse University is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross-cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students and community members. Women, military veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Syracuse University is an equal opportunity employer, as well as a federal contractor required to take affirmative action on behalf of protected veterans.