Executive Director, Student Services

Title: Executive Director, Student Services

Employee Classification: Exec Director, Student Service

Campus: University of North Texas - Health Science Center

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Divison of Student Affairs

Department: HSC-Division of Student Affairs-300300

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

The mission of the Division of Student Affairs is to create solutions for a healthier community by fostering student success. There are 8 functional units within the Division of Student Affairs: Center for Student Life, Career Readiness Center, Center for Academic Performance, Office of Care and Civility, Testing and Evaluation Services, International Services, Office of Disability Access, and Student Assistance Resource Center.

Position Overview

Plan, organize, manage and direct the daily operations of assigned programs; review, develop, implement and communicate policies and procedures to ensure compliance; conduct research, analyze data and prepare statistical reports to support and implement best practices; provide evaluation of related program needs and services; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned staff.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and seven (7) years' of related experience within an institution of Higher Education; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Capable of fostering collaborative relationships; Ability to supervise and manage teams; Demonstrates executive management skills; Ability to tailor communication to various stakeholders and partners; Knowledge of student experience and higher education frameworks and ability to apply this knowledge to daily work; Crisis management experience in higher education; Knowledge and application of higher education compliance (Clery, DFSCA, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

Masters degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel Services or related field; Doctoral Degree preferredFamiliarity with student success issues in higher educationLeadership of teams and diverse service units in higher educationManagement of budgets and resources in higher education

Required License/Registration/Certifications

- None

Job Duties:

• Provide strategic leadership in enhancing cocurricular efforts to create and sustain a culture that supports the student experience and prioritizes the student experience
• Responsible for the overall management and operation of the combined functions of all Student Experience areas, including the International Services Office (immigration and advising services; programs/events/trainings focused on the international community; Office of Care and Civility (student conduct, Care Team, QEP, wellbeing/prevention programming); the Student Assistance Resource Center (basic needs support, food pantries, clothing closet, Fitness Center); and the Center for Student Life (institutional events - Commencement, White Coat, first-year experience; student involvement - registered student organization, student governments/association/councils; student engagement - peer to peer mentorship, student activities board).
• Initiate opportunities to engage with academic departments and campus stakeholders to further campus goals related to enhancing the student experience
• Assist with the design and delivery of learning and development opportunities to equip faculty and staff with strategies to better support the student community
• Monitor and track national trends, student success data, and policy analyses, and seek benchmarks for success to assess the student experience and efforts at the University
• Responsible for compliance reporting and programming related to the Clery Act, Campus Security Authorities, Drug Free Schools and Communities Act, and hazing

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm, with occasional evenings or weekends as required for divisional events.

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

- None

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.