Job Title Assistant Vice President for Student Life Agency Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi Department Student Engagement And Success Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Corpus Christi, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies. TAMU-CC’s beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities. Learn more information here (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EwQR4HbGJu0) ! PURPOSE The Assistant Vice President is a senior member of the Student Engagement & Success (SEAS) Leadership Team and reports directly to the Vice President for Student Engagement and Success and Intercollegiate Athletics. Responsible for providing vision and leadership to the development of a comprehensive student life program for the University that includes Student Activities, Student Government Association, Spirit and Tradition, and the University Center. This position will provide leadership in the development of a vibrant Student Life experience, enhance engagement in student organizations and increased involvement in fraternity and sorority life, create new spirit and tradition at the Island University, lead focused efforts to create a lively and student-centric University Center, actively work to build a student fan base in partnership with Islander Athletics, and to develop a regionally/nationally recognized student leadership program. RESPONSIBILITIES ADMIN & OPERATIONS: 85% + Assists the Vice President in the planning, administration, and leadership of the Division of Student Engagement & Success. + Provides vision and energetic/charismatic leadership to a comprehensive Student Life program in building new spirit and traditions, increasing university pride through campus and community partnerships, enhanced engagement in student organizations, increased involvement in fraternity and sorority life, establishing a student fan base in partnership with Islander Athletics, and establishing a regionally/nationally recognized student leadership program. + Lead major campus initiatives and programs, such as: Islanders Beach Bash, Islander Lights, and Izzfest. + Supervise three directors, interns/practicum students, graduate assistants, and student staff; oversee and coordinate operations for three departments and Student Government within the Division of Student Engagement & Success. + Provides leadership in the areas of personnel management, planning, programming, facility management, budgeting, evaluation, contract administration, policy development and implementation for all reporting departments. + Develops and implements services, activities, and opportunities for a student life experience with the purpose of assisting to increase retention, persistence, and graduation rates. + Provides direct supervision, training and evaluation of programs and staff in all reporting departments. + Guides, supports, and advises the Student Government Association. + Plays a key role in the implementation of the Division’s strategic plan. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: 10% + Works effectively with a wide variety of constituent groups including students, university staff, faculty, and the public. + Upholds all applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures. + Supervises budget process for reporting departments. + Leads and serves on various division and university committees. OTHER: 5% + Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS + Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Leadership or closely related field. + Five (5) years of professional experience with increasing level of responsibility in a higher education setting. + Additional education/experience may be considered as a substitute for the minimum qualifications: + Doctoral degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Leadership, or closely related field with 3 years of professional experience with increasing level of responsibility in a higher education setting + Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education, Student Personnel, Leadership, or closely related field with 7 years of professional experience with increasing level of responsibility in a higher education setting + Demonstrated ability to oversee a comprehensive Student Life program to include program development; supervision of staff; administration of budget; strategic planning and assessment; risk management. + Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. + Ability to work collaboratively with other departments on campus. + Ability to work effectively in a dynamic and changing environment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS + Doctorate Degree (PhD or EdD) + More than eight (8) years related experience. + Experience with various revenue generation and/or development strategies. + Experience working in three (3) or more of the following areas: Athletics, Fraternity/Sorority Life, Student Organizations, Student Leadership, Programming Boards, First Year Initiatives, Residence Life, Service Learning, Intramural Sports, Facility Management, Student Programming, and Student Government. SALARY: $110,000 - $140,000/annually, approximately. + $9,166.67 - $11,666.67/monthly. BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply) From our generous benefits package (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/index.php) and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work. Insurance (https://assets.system.tamus.edu/files/benefits/website/BenefitsGuide.pdf) + Medical + $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value). + Up to 83% of premium covered by the university: + Employee and Spouse + Employee and Children + Employee and Family coverage + Dental & Vision + Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account On-campus wellness opportunities (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/wellness-resources.php) Work Life Solutions: + Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources Tuition Benefits: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/tuition/index.php) + Public Loan Forgiveness + Book scholarships + 100% tuition coverage for up to 18 credit hours per fiscal year (other rules may apply). Retirement (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/benefits/retirement-programs.php) + Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) + Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan Time Off: (https://www.tamucc.edu/human-resources/time-off/index.php) + 8+ hours of vacation paid time off every month. + 8 hours of sick leave time off every month. + 8 hours of paid time off for Birthday leave. + 12-15 paid holidays each year. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.