Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Administration

Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Administration

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Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number S05391P

Position Title Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Administration

Department VP for Student Affairs

Location Arlington

Job Family Student Success

Position Status Full-time

Work Hours Standard

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Open to External and Internal

Salary Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Duration Funding expected to continue

Pay Basis Monthly

Benefits Eligible Yes

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University Information

The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 "Very High Research Activity" institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times' annual "Best for Vets: Colleges" list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA's $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.

Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at ~~~ . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.

Job Summary

The Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Administration reports to the Vice President for Student Affairs and is a member of the executive leadership team. The Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs Administration will be responsible for ensuring organizational effectiveness through management of the following areas: Marketing and Communications, Assessment, Research and Planning, Budgets, Planning and Financial Analysis, Commencement, The Shorthorn (student publications/media) and Student Affairs Operations. This role will provide guidance and support for departments in the areas of planning, budgeting, technology, and marketing.

Coordinate special projects assigned by the Vice President for Student Affairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Dotted line supervision to the Director of Budgets, Planning and Analysis and a Data Analyst.

• Manage the business processes and fiscal operations for the Division of Student Affairs with an operating budget of approximately $26 million annually including planning, preparing, and presenting and approving budgets.

• Supervise the Director of The Shorthorn, staff, operations, budget, and advertising.

• Supervise the Associate Director for Marketing & Communications.

• Strengthen and manage all aspects of internal and external divisional communications. Generate and publish annual reports, presentations, and other external communications such as social media and web presence. Manage division organizational key performance indicator compilations.

• Oversee divisional committee assignments and supervise professional development committee including divisional retreats, awards luncheon Student Affairs Leadership team meeting, Executive Leadership team meetings and annual director training and retreat.

• Manage central office operations, including reception area.

• Oversee the allocation of Student Service Fees which generates more than 7 million annually.

• Align budgets with strategic divisional initiatives.

• Provide leadership in the areas of planning, human resources, policy development, operational, facility, and budgetary aspects for all departments.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related area and five (5) years of professional communications, planning, operational and supervisory experience.

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.

• Attention to detail essential as well as the ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's Degree in business administration, communications or higher education preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards and a diverse workplace. Excels at operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented work environment.

Other Requirements

Working Conditions

Special Conditions for Eligibility

CBC Requirement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy.

ADA Accommodations

The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to ~~~ or email ~~~ .

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies 1

Open Until Filled

Minimum Number of References Required 3

Maximum Number of References Accepted

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

Requirement Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. How many years of experience do you have working in higher education?

2. None/less than 1 year

3. 2 to 3 years

4. 4 to 5 years

5. 6 years or more

6. What is the highest level of education attained?

7. GED

8. High School Diploma

9. Associate's Degree

10. Bachelor's Degree

11. Master's Degree

12. PhD or equivalent

13. How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

14. None/less than 2 years

15. 3 to 4 years

16. 4 to 5 years

17. 6 or more years

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume or CV

2. Cover/Interest Letter

Optional Documents