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Wichita State University invites applications and nominatihttps://www.wichita.edu/thisis/home/?u=vpsaons for the position of Vice President for Student Affairs. Since 1895, Wichita State University has been the linchpin of higher education in south-central Kansas by combining a traditional college experience with the advantages of being located in the state's cultural and industrial hub. Wichita State University has a strong commitment to excellence in research, instruction and public service as reflected in its mission which is “to be an essential educational, cultural, and economic driver for Kansas and the greater public good.”

Wichita State University's location in the largest city in Kansas enhances the traditional classroom experience by providing students greater opportunities in resources, contacts with business and government leaders, employment and internships.

Of the approximately 15,000 students, 88% are from Kansas and the remainder are from every state and 84 foreign countries. Over 40% of students are first generation college students.

The Vice President for Student Affairs is the senior student affairs officer, and reports directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President. The position has overall responsibility for student life on the university campus. The Student Affairs division includes the Heskett Recreation Center, Counseling and Testing, Student Involvement, Child Development Center, Housing and Residence Life, Disability Services, Office of Diversity and Inclusion, Rhatigan Student Center and Office of Special Programs. The division is also responsible for the $36 million statewide Kansas Kids @GEAR-UP grant.

The successful candidate will possess the following required qualifications:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with increasing levels of responsibility and accountability for relevant student affairs units.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and to strategies that incorporate the valuable contributions of students, faculty and staff.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• A good sense of humor is expected.
• Demonstrated commitment to collaborative decision-making including experience with shared governance.

The preferred candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Knowledge of and experience with supervision of auxiliary unites, student unions/centers, and residence halls.
• Experience working with or supervising federal grant programs.
• Commitment to promoting a student-centered community and improving the quality of the student life experience.
• Demonstrated experience with student retention.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing programming for a highly diverse student population.
• Demonstrated experience in developing co-curricular activities in collaboration with academic programs that support the academic mission of the university.

Please go to http://wichita.edu/wsujobs for more details about the requirements for this position and the application process. Please address inquiries regarding the position to Dr. Linnea GlenMaye, Associate Vice President, Chair of the Search Committee, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount, 67260-0013, 316-978-3010.

For full consideration, applicants must submit 1) a letter of application describing abilities to meet required and preferred qualifications, 2) Curriculum Vitae, and 3) names, addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers for five individuals who can be contacted for professional references.

Wichita State University does not discriminate in its employment practices, educational programs or activities on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a veteran. Retaliation against an individual filing or cooperating in a complaint process is also prohibited. Sexual misconduct, relationship violence and stalking are forms of sex discrimination and are prohibited under Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972. Complaints or concerns related to alleged discrimination may be directed to the Director of Equal Opportunity or the Title IX Coordinator, Wichita State University, 1845 Fairmount, Wichita KS 67260-0138; telephone (316) 978-3187. Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory criminal background check as required by Board of Regents policy.

Wichita State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.