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DIVISION OF STUDENT AFFAIRS
Unlocking potential. Transforming lives.
The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to foster a supportive, inclusive, and engaged campus community where every undergraduate and graduate student can achieve their full potential. We envision an environment where the lived experiences of our students are valued and where every student is challenged, supported, and engaged in transformative experiences that prepare them to make an impact at UMBC and beyond.
Student Affairs currently encompasses 10 departments focused on student development, engagement, and success, including Campus Life, the Career Center, The Center for Democracy and Civic Life, Communications and Marketing, Initiatives for Identity, Inclusion & Belonging, Off-Campus Student Services, the Office of Health Promotion, Residential Life, Retriever Integrated Health, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and UMBC Transit
For more information on how the Division of Student Affairs contributes to UMBC’s mission and vision, visit studentaffairs.umbc.edu
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| Position Overview: |
The Assistant Vice President (AVP) for Academic Partnerships and High Impact Experiences will provide strategic leadership for the development of high-impact experiences, student success initiatives, and opportunities that engage internal partners in academic affairs and advancement as well as external partners. This role will oversee the Career Center, the Center for Democracy and Civic Life, and transformative, applied learning, and success-oriented experiences including intellectual sports, first-generation student success programs, and transfer student success.
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $160,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
The AVP is charged with crafting and executing a vision that interlaces learning inside and outside of the classroom that prepares students to be engaged citizens and leaders in their lives and careers. This approach weaves together learning and real-world applications. The position advances the vision of Student Affairs by advocating for a comprehensive educational model that affords every student transformative experiences that enable them to make an impact at UMBC and beyond. The role is instrumental in preparing students to navigate and contribute to diverse communities effectively and to address the complexities of the global socio-economic landscape.
Position Responsibilities:
- Lead the formation and implementation of a strategic vision for increasing co-curricular engagement and transformative experiences for all UMBC students through leveraging deep partnerships with colleagues across student affairs, academic affairs, and advancement as well as external partners.
- Foster synergies among career services, civic engagement, and other applied learning initiatives, creating an integrative framework for student development.
- Establish and nurture partnerships with academic colleges to bridge the gap between academic learning and student affairs, fostering a seamless student development ecosystem.
- Supervise the leadership for the Career Center, the Center for Democracy and Civic Life, high-impact experiences and intellectual sports, and student success initiatives within the Division of Student Affairs ensuring programmatic cohesion and transformative power.
- Advocate for and facilitate curricular and co-curricular collaborations that embody a comprehensive educational philosophy grounded in commitments to inclusive excellence, lifelong learning, civic engagement, and holistic well-being.
- Ensure that programs and services across the portfolio support students' holistic development and success during and after their time at UMBC.
- Manage resources strategically to support the division's initiatives in high-impact engagement and transformative learning, maintaining fiscal responsibility.
- Champion experiential learning opportunities that extend education beyond the classroom, advocating for hands-on experiences that connect theory to practice.
- Serve as a member of the Vice President’s executive team and represent the VP or division as requested at various meetings and on committees.
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Master's Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs Administration or another related field.
- Six years of experience in student or academic affairs with progressive leadership experience.
- Demonstrated skill building bridges between academic and student affairs. Proven proficiency in supervision and engaging with diverse constituents. Experience working with, supporting, and creating inclusive communities for a diverse population of students. Past success building innovative high-impact student experiences. Demonstrated experience working effectively with external and corporate partners. Demonstrated experience proactively utilizing data and research to show the impact of curricular and co-curricular collaborations.
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Ph.D. or terminal degree preferred
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $160,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
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Full-time |
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Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization: |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |