Vice Provost for Student Success and Engagement

Student Activities Board; Grantham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A University in England is seeking a Vice Provost responsible for leading the undergraduate co-curricular educational program and enhancing student success and engagement. This role emphasizes exceptional leadership, strategic direction, and a commitment to diversity in fostering a vibrant student community. Candidates should possess a Master's degree, with a Doctorate preferred, and have 3-8 years of relevant higher education experience.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Engagement in community activities

Qualifications

• 3-8 years of experience in higher education focused on student success.
• Commitment to developing a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Ability to model and articulate Christian faith values.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the undergraduate co-curricular educational program.
• Lead student success and engagement initiatives.
• Develop and implement effective educational programs.

Skills

Leadership and management skills

Relationship management skills

Strategic planning skills

Interpersonal communication

Project management skills

Budget management skills

Team collaboration

Communication in faith-based settings

MS Office proficiency

Education

Master’s Degree

Doctorate preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Vice Provost position oversees all aspects of the undergraduate co‑curricular educational program and is responsible for the University’s student experience strategy. This position directs and motivates the professional and support staff of the Division of Student Success and Engagement. Specifically, the Vice Provost provides leadership to programs that connect the Curricular and Co‑Cocurricular (Student Success, First Year Experience/Student Leadership, Agape Center, Career Professional Development Center, NEXT Steps Program) and areas of Student Engagement, Care & Support (Campus Ministries, the Engle Center for Counseling & Health, the Office of the Student Engagement, the Office of Residence Life & Housing and Student Conduct).

Education Required

• Master’s Degree.

Education Preferred

• Doctorate preferred.

Experience Required

• 3‑8 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education with a focus on student success and engagement.

Preferred Skills & Characteristics

• Exceptional leadership and management skills, including the ability to positively motivate teams.
• Ability to determine and communicate ambitious yet appropriate goals.
• Highly refined relationship management skills.
• Well‑developed strategic planning skills.
• Superior interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across a broad spectrum of community constituencies.
• Excellent written and oral presentation skills, with a keen understanding of effective communication practices.
• Strong project management skills, including the ability to effectively manage competing priorities and multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong budget management skills, including the ability to effectively oversee appropriate expenditures and revenue for the Division of Student Success and Engagement.
• Ability to model a vibrant and mature Christian faith and articulate the university’s mission and vision for Christian higher education.
• Teamwork and collaboration – ability to collaborate with SSE colleagues, deans, academic departments and campus partners, and other off‑campus constituents when developing and delivering programs and services.
• Commitment to the spiritual, educational, social development of students.
• Program Management – ability to develop and implement effective educational programs for a diverse student and employee population.
• Relationship Development and Management – ability to develop rapport easily with students, faculty/staff, alumni, employers and community partners.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly articulate why diversity and cultural intelligence matter as a person of faith.
• Expert proficiency in MS Office and the ability to learn new/in‑house software quickly.

Special Working Conditions

Substantial evening and weekend commitments.

Duties

• Serve as the chief student life officer of the Student Success & Engagement Division.
• Lead all areas of the Student Success and Engagement Division: (Student Success, First Year Experience/Student Leadership, Agape Center, Career Professional Development Center, NEXT Steps Program) and areas of Student Engagement, Care & Support (Campus Ministries, the Engle Center for Counseling & Health, the Office of the Student Engagement, the Office of Residence Life & Housing and Student Conduct).
• Develop a comprehensive student success and engagement program by building strong relationships between co‑curricular and curricular programs, supervising staff effectively, and fostering a collegial and nurturing learning environment consistent with the mission of the University and approved policies.
• Effectively hire and orient student success and engagement personnel who model the Christian values and mission of the University.
• Provide collaborative support, counsel, and oversight to the Dean of Students for matters related to conduct and student engagement.
• Ensure that matters of student conduct and engagement are addressed in an effective, timely and consistent manner.
• Nurture a shared vision for community life that facilitates student spiritual, intellectual and personal growth and learning.
• Promote support for the University ethos through the articulation of the expectations of the University to new and continuing students, through publications and the implementation of the University’s judicial policies, and the development of appropriate campus programming.
• Publish the Student Handbook and oversee the website for the Division.
• Implement emergency response protocols and programs for the undergraduate campus.
• Provide leadership that enhances the University’s reputation for co‑curricular excellence.
• Coordinate the work of the Co‑curricular Educational Council and Community Standards Committee.
• Effectively serve on both the President’s and Provost’s Cabinets.
• Serve as the primary advisor for the Student Government Association (SGA).
• Serve as an “On Consult Administrator” in support of “On Call” Residence Life & Engle Center personnel.
• Oversee all aspects of programming for Student Success & Engagement.
• Participate in and represent Messiah University at local, regional and national meetings and conferences.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Incumbent Requirements

• An exceptional commitment to fostering a strong, faith‑based, and developmental student experience.
• A willingness to coach and guide employees, both celebrating successes and guiding improvement.

Secondary Duties

Other duties as assigned.

Supervises

# of Administrative 7; # of Staff 2; # of Student 0.

Diversity

Messiah University’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence draws inspiration from its mission “to educate men and women toward maturity of intellect, character and Christian faith in preparation for lives of service, leadership and reconciliation in church and society.” The university has pursued this vision through a strategic planning process that encourages diversity through employee and student composition, campus climate, and an educational program that seeks to equip and enable educators and students to embrace diversity. Candidates should clearly articulate why diversity and inclusive excellence matter to them as persons of faith as well as in their profession. Candidates will speak to how, as a potential employee, they will contribute to the advancement of this vision through their teaching‑learning, research, institutional service, and public engagement.

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest
• Resume

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