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Director of Student Affairs (Student Services Manager 4)

Penn State Brandywine, a Commonwealth Campus of The Pennsylvania State University, invites applications for an innovative and inspiring leader for the position of Director of Student Affairs. The Director of Student Affairs serves as the senior student affairs officer at Penn State Brandywine and advises the Chancellor on non-academic student life.

As a member of the Chancellor's senior leadership team, the Director will participate in the overall leadership and management of the campus, partnering with the senior leaders of the other units such as Academic Affairs, Development and Alumni Relations, Enrollment Management, Ethics and Civic Engagement, Finance and Business, Housing and Food Services, Instructional Technology Solutions, Strategic Communications, Police and Public Safety, and Workforce and Innovation on strategic planning, decision making, policy and procedure development and implementation, and new and developing initiatives.

The Director of Student Affairs will provide leadership and management for all Student Affairs units, which include Student Engagement and Leadership, Residence Life, Counseling and Health Services, and Athletics, as well as student government, student conduct, and allocation of student fees to provide an excellent co-curricular student experience and sense of belonging for all students. The Director of Student Affairs also has responsibility for leading and supporting efforts related to diversity, equity, and inclusion; behavioral threat management and early intervention; sexual misconduct prevention and response; and collaborating with Student Affairs colleagues and leaders across Penn State and the Commonwealth Campuses to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all students. The Director of Student Affairs will be a champion for Student Affairs, leading continued transition to a residential campus, contributing to Penn State Brandywine's visibility and telling the story of the campus as a community asset.

Founded in 1855, The Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) is a world class research university and Pennsylvania's only land-grant institution, a driver of job creation, economic development, and student career success. Penn State enrolls over 90,000 students in one University, 24 campuses and online. Penn State Brandywine - a thriving residential campus - is located on 112 acres, 20 miles west of center city Philadelphia. Penn State Brandywine's headcount enrollment approximates 1,400 students, >40% students of color, from 13 states and nations around the world. Penn State Brandywine's principal strengths are excellent teaching and research, a diverse study body, athletics, business and civic partnerships, and the Center for Ethics and Civic Engagement. Penn State Brandywine's 100,000+ alumni are part of Penn State's world-wide 670,000+ alumni network.

This position typically requires a Master's Degree or higher; Doctorate Degree preferred, plus six years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience across different institutions and a Master's or Doctorate Degree in a field related to Student Affairs are strongly preferred.

This position requires the following clearances: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks in line with the requirements of the position.

Additionally, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Proven track record, with increasing levels of responsibility, leading and managing multiple work units in Student Affairs, such as student engagement and leadership, residence life, counseling and health services, and athletics

Understanding student development theory and current trends and best practices in Student Affairs, including but not limited to student success, cocurricular programs and assessment, Title IX, bias prevention and response, behavioral threat management, student care and advocacy, and restorative justice

Demonstrated cultural competency and strong commitment to student diversity, equity, and inclusion supported by a track record of actions and achievements

Excellent supervisory skills, including the ability to supervise and develop multiple individuals at varying stages of their careers

Excellent interpersonal and relational skills, including the ability to foster relationships across campus and with external partners to achieve mutually beneficial goals

Excellent strategic and integrated management, budgeting, and accounting skills

Potential to participate in collaborative efforts to develop new funding streams, including grants, philanthropy, and fees

Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills

Understanding of and appreciation for risk management policies and procedures, and crisis management plans

Ability to advocate for Student Affairs while understanding and communicating overarching campus priorities and opportunities

Excellent communication, customer service, and organizational skills with attention to detail and a sense of humor

For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, vitae/resume, statement of commitment to student diversity, equity, and inclusion with examples of actions and achievements, and names and contact information for three professional references. Review of candidates will begin March 22, 2021 and continue until the position has been filled.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Brandywine/Student-Services-Manager-4--Director-of-Student-Affairs-_REQ_0000010381

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: For more about safety at Penn State, and to review the Annual Security Report which contains information about crime statistics and other safety and security matters, please go to http://www.police.psu.edu/clery/, which will also provide you with detail on how to request a hard copy of the Annual Security Report.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.