What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Vice President for Experiential Learning and Engagement position at University Of Oregon?
Department Summary
The Division of Student Life supports the university’s academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major departments, the Office of the Dean of Students, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, and University Health Services. Student Life also runs a number of key programs, including Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Multicultural and Identity Based Support Services, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.
Position Summary
Reporting to the Vice President for Student Life, the Associate Vice President for Experiential Learning and Engagement (AVP / ELE) is a senior leadership position within the Division of Student Life and plays a pivotal role in the administration and management of programs and services that promote student well-being and success. The AVP / ELE assists the Vice President and divisional leadership team in ongoing efforts to align the growth and development of the division with the university’s strategic plan. The AVP / ELE serves as a member of the vice president’s senior leadership team and the division’s Student Life Leadership Team.
This position oversees the experiential learning and engagement portfolio in the division, including the Erb Memorial Union, Holden Center for Leadership and Community Engagement, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Government Engagement & Success. The AVP / ELE is responsible for facilitating activities, experiences and learning opportunities that focus on students developing and sustaining student success within these areas. The position will provide campus wide leadership that emphasizes education programs and resources that cultivate career readiness competencies. The position will collaborate with academic and co-curricular partners to map learning to the competencies.
Minimum Requirements
- Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
- Five years of current and progressively responsible higher education experience in experiential learning, student engagement, or related area in higher education.
- Three years demonstrated ability in the area of personnel management, including supervision of full-time professional staff, employee development, evaluation, discipline and motivation.
- Three years demonstrated ability in the area of fiscal management, including budget preparation, management and resource allocation.
