The University of Pittsburgh (“Pitt”) seeks a seasoned, collaborative, and dynamic student affairs leader to be the next Associate Vice Provost and Dean of Students. Reporting to the Vice Provost and serving as a valued member of her Strategic Leadership Team, the AVP and Dean of Students is a visible and engaged advocate with and for all students on the Pittsburgh campus of the University of Pittsburgh. The AVP and Dean of Students assists the Vice Provost for Student Affairs in the leadership and administration of the Division of Student Affairs AVP and is charged with exercising visible, collaborative, and student-ready leadership at the intersection of academic life and student experience. The AVP provides leadership for innovative co-curricular programs, activities, and services that promote student well-being, a sense of belonging, engagement, diverse learning experiences, and prepare students for success at Pitt and in the global community. The AVP is responsible for the strategic direction and management of the Office of the Dean of Students, including two teams: Student Culture and Community and Student Engagement.
The AVP plays a key role in supporting and advancing the mission and priorities of the Division of Student Affairs and the University’s strategic plan, and advocates for a student-centered institutional focus. They will work with and assist 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.
Key Opportunities Include:
- Leading and empowering a large and dynamic team of professionals at all levels within student affairs
- Developing and maintaining a high level of visibility, trust, and transparency across campus, engaging students at all levels within the richly diverse student body at Pitt
- Serving as a key partner to academic affairs in support of holistic student development, student success, and co-curricular learning
- Evolving the multifaceted core infrastructure to support student safety and 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 affairs leader with a clear record of both vision and action to promote holistic student development and wellness, civic engagement, academic and intellectual development, and the skills needed to thrive in their chosen pursuits. The selected candidate will have a proven history of building collaborative, productive relationships with students, team members, and campus partners and will be a highly effective communicator, and a visible and accessible leader. They will have a broad understanding of higher education leadership, student support practices, student development and engagement, programming, and administrative functions as well as best practices in student safety and wellness. Pitt’s next AVP and Dean of Students will have a demonstrated record of ethical and collaborative leadership and supervision of student affairs staff, inspiring people to action, focusing on staff professional development, support, and engagement.
Contact
Laurie Casteen of DSG Global has been exclusively retained for this search. To express interest in this role please submit a compelling cover letter and resume by filling out our Talent Profile. All inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, on-site position based at the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Salary will be commensurate with experience and accompanied by a comprehensive benefits package designed to support physical, mental, and financial wellness. Flexible Work Arrangements (FWA) are available in accordance with university and divisional needs.
Equal Opportunity 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 in Policy 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, genetic information, disability, or status as a veteran. The University also prohibits and will not engage in retaliation against any person who makes a claim of discrimination or harassment or who provides information in such an investigation. Further, the University will continue to take 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 and is in accordance with federal, state, and/or local laws and regulations. For information on University Institutional Engagement and Wellbeing programs, please contact: University of Pittsburgh, Vice Chancellor for Institutional Engagement and Wellbeing Clyde Pickett Ed.D., 31 st Floor, Cathedral of Learning, 4200 Fifth Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15260, (412) 648 -7860. For complete details on the University’s Nondiscrimination Policy, please refer to Policy CS 07. For information on how to file a complaint under this policy, please refer to Procedure CS 07.