Director, UMatter: Support for Every Student

Job Type:

Full time

Job Number:

JR102366

The University of Mississippi

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Department:

VC for

Student Affairs Job Summary:

The Division of Student Affairs at The University of Mississippi is seeking a dynamic and talented

Director of UMatter:

Support for Every Student. The Division of Student Affairs enhances and complements the academic mission of the University by providing services, programs, and facilities that foster student growth, engagement, and success. With more than 200 staff members, the division serves over 23,000 students across the Oxford campus through programs and services that support student success, well-being, access and opportunity, involvement, community engagement, and leadership. The mission of Student Affairs is to facilitate a holistic, student-centered experience that nurtures the growth, development, and talents of every student in preparation for a lifetime of learning, leadership, and success. The individual serving in this position will play a crucial role in advancing a holistic, student-centered case management model that promotes student well-being, persistence, and success across on-campus and off-campus populations. . This position reports to the Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Dean of Students. This position provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for student support and advocacy areas within Student Affairs. Creates, implements, and interprets departmental policies, directs case management related to crisis response and students of concern, develops and manages departmental budget and funding sources, and provides guidance and supervision to staff.

Job Description:

Provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the student support and advocacy area. Coordinates after-hours on-call rotation for crisis response, students of concern, and/or sexual violence-related matters. Creates, implements, and interprets departmental policies. Provides direction regarding departmental assessment strategies to gauge effectiveness of programs and services. Directs case management related to crisis response, students of concern, and/or sexual violence-related matters. Oversees assessment of situations involving students of concern and determines appropriate courses of action. Interfaces with parents, faculty, and staff in an effort to address issues related to students of concern. Develops and manages departmental budget and funding sources. Provides guidance and supervision to staff.

Job Responsibilities:

The candidate should electronically attach a resume and a cover letter describing qualifications for the position. During the application process, candidates will have the opportunity to attach a resume/CV and cover letter.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience | 7 Years , 5 Years supervisory |

Required Compensation:

$75,545.60

• $113,318.

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Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements:

Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.