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Form of workUNM Student Affairs is seeking a strategic, motivated, organized, and culturally responsive professional to join a team of passionate and student-centered leaders as Executive Director for Student Support. The division of Student Affairs is comprised of student-centered units and services that are dedicated to advancing the quality, cohesiveness, and cultural relevancy of the student experience on the Albuquerque campus and beyond.
The Executive Director serves as a divisional leader and advisor to the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) with a high focus on the advancement of the quality, intentionality, collaboration, and philosophical alignment of division units and all student-service units at large. This position supports all Student Affairs units in the development and implementation of equitable, student-centered practices that lead to a high-quality, research-informed, and aligned student experience while providing direct supervision to units providing advisement, intervention, programming, and support to students including: African American Student Services, American Indian Student Services, El Centro de la Raza, the Asian/American/Pacific Islander Resource Center, the Women's Resource Center, the Community Engagement Center, and College Enrichment and Outreach Programs. As a key leader, the Executive Director will work closely with campus partners on the coordination and alignment of advising activities, the campus climate and environment for students, and the advancement of practices and resources that will improve the student experience.
UNM is a highly research-intensive (R1) Public University with an enrollment of approximately 23,000 located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, with approximately 300 days of sunshine annually. At UNM, we proudly hold Hispanic Serving University status and are distinguished in enrolling the highest percentages of American Indian students, relative to our R1 peers. UNM is an important driver of equity lifts in NM; 46% of recent graduates are of the first generation in their families to earn baccalaureate degrees.
As an employee of UNM, being a Lobo means access to a robust benefits package, access to resources, and perks from discounted event tickets to tuition remission. We foster a work-life balance through our employee wellness programs, paid parental leave and more.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment- Employees in this job title are subject to the terms and conditions of an employment contract. Employment contracts are typically subject to review and renewal on an annual basis.
Master's degree; at least 4 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred QualificationsWide range StudentAffairs leadership experience evidenced by:
- Knowledge of student development theories, program evaluation, and best practices in student affairs.
- Understanding of and commitment to holistic student support and the connection to New Mexico's specific needs, gifts, and cultural capital.
- Strong strategic planning and organizational skills, with the ability to align divisional goals and objectives with the broader goals of the university and the needs of the community.
Extensive managementexperience and skill within student affairs or student centered universityunit, including but not limited to:
- Strategic budget planning and management.
- Program assessment and revision derived from data driven decision making.
- Excellent communication skill (written and verbal) with the ability adapt based on audience.
- Ability to create and maintain partnerships and collaborations across various campus and community stakeholders.
Ability to lead andmotivate staff, with experience in supervision and professional development ofdepartment and unit leaders.
Ability to create asupportive, inclusive, and culturally responsive work environment.
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
Please attach current resume, cover letter, and reference list for three (3) prior supervisors and their contact information.Submit a 1 page document describing your philosophy of Student Development and how it translates to development of Student Affairs as a division at UNM.***Salary negotiable depending on education and experience.The University of New Mexico has implemented a mandatory COVID-19 vaccine requirement for UNM students and employees. For detailed information, visit https://bringbackthepack.unm.edu/vaccine/vaccine-requirement.html
Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.
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