Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students

Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students University of Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA TheUniversity of Pittsburgh ("Pitt") seeks a seasoned, collaborative, and dynamic student affairs leader to be the next Associate Vice Provostand Dean of Students. Reporting to the Vice Provost and serving as a valued member of her Strategic Leadership Team, the AVP and Dean ofStudents is a visible and engaged advocate with and for all students on the Pittsburgh campus of the University of Pittsburgh. The AVP andDean of Students assists the Vice Provost for Student Affairs in the leadership and administration of the Division of Student Affairs AVPand is charged with exercising visible, collaborative, and student-ready leadership at the intersection of academic life and studentexperience. The AVP provides leadership for innovative co-curricular programs, activities, and services that promote student well-being, asense of belonging, engagement, diverse learning experiences, and prepare students for success at Pitt and in the global community. The AVPis responsible for the strategic direction and management of the Office of the Dean of Students, including two teams: Student Culture andCommunity and Student Engagement. The AVP plays a key role in supporting and advancing the mission and priorities of the Division ofStudent Affairs and the University's strategic plan, and advocates for a student-centered institutional focus. They will work with andassist undergraduate, graduate and professional students, and student leaders by listening and responding to student issues and concerns;maintaining a visible presence on campus; and serving as a liaison between students and the larger institution.

KeyOpportunities Include:

Leading and empowering a large and dynamic team of professionals at all levels within studentaffairs Developing and maintaining a high level of visibility, trust, and transparency across campus, engaging students at alllevels within the richly diverse student body at Pitt Serving as a key partner to academic affairs in support of holistic studentdevelopment, student success, and co-curricular learning Evolving the multifaceted core infrastructure to support student safetyand wellbeing Supporting a culture of assessment and strategic planning to support the student experience Candidate Profile The successful candidate will be a strategic, collaborative, and deeply seasoned student affairsleader with a clear record of both vision and action to promote holistic student development and wellness, civic engagement, academic andintellectual development, and the skills needed to thrive in their chosen pursuits. The selected candidate will have a proven history ofbuilding collaborative, productive relationships with students, team members, and campus partners and will be a highly effectivecommunicator, and a visible and accessible leader. They will have a broad understanding of higher education leadership, student supportpractices, student development and engagement, programming, and administrative functions as well as best practices in student safety andwellness. Pitt's next AVP and Dean of Students will have a demonstrated record of ethical and collaborative leadership and supervision ofstudent affairs staff, inspiring people to action, focusing on staff professional development, support, and engagement. Read the fullLeadership Profile on the DSG Global website . Contact Laurie Casteen of DSG Global has been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this roleplease submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our TalentProfile . All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential. Compensation andBenefits This is a full-time, on-site position based at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Salary will becommensurate with experience and accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package designed to support physical, mental, and financialwellness. Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) are available in accordance with university and divisional needs. EqualOpportunity and the University of Pittsburgh The University of Pittsburgh, as an educational institution and as an employer,values equality of opportunity, human dignity, and racial/ethnic and cultural diversity. Accordingly, as fully explained inPolicy 07-01-03, the University prohibits and will not engage in discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion,national origin, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, geneticinformation, disability, or status as a veteran. The University also prohibits and will not engage in retaliation against any person whomakes a claim of discrimination or harassment or who provides information in such an investigation. Further, the University will continue totake affirmative steps to support and advance these values consistent with the University's mission. This policy applies to admissions,employment, access to and treatment in University programs and activities. This is a commitment made by the University andis in accordance with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations. For information on University Institutional Engagement andWellbeing programs, please contact: University of Pittsburgh, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Engagement and Wellbeing Clyde PickettEd.

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