The Associate Vice Chancellor of Student Success and Equity Innovation (SSEI) is reporting to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (VCSA) and will have oversight of a portfolio of complex and critical student services departments which serve students from orientation to graduation. The AVC will oversee an annual budget of $21M consisting of campus based- fees, federal and state grants, state funded initiatives, and auxiliaries. MGR234

This position serves as a member of the Vice Chancellor's Council with responsibility for the strategic advancement of the Division's initiatives, with a focused expertise on advancing a broad spectrum of departments, initiatives, task forces, committees, and workgroups focused on equitable student success outcomes, supporting UC Davis in meeting the UC 2030 goals and California Compact Goals which provide directives on mitigating gaps in retention and graduation amongst first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented students and for students with disabilities. This position will serve as an authority on best practices related to equitable student success, best practices on retention, persistence and graduation support, and accessibility.

This position provides stewardship and management for all aspects of services and programs that provide students with the necessary college capital, transition and navigational skills, community building, academic accommodations, and learning support to succeed at UC Davis. This includes departments such as Orientation, First-Year Experience, New Academic Student Services, Academic Assistance and Tutoring Centers, Office of Educational Opportunity and Enrichment Services (Guardian Scholars Program, Educational Opportunity Program, Special Transitional Enrichment Program, TRiO Scholars Program, Success Coaching and Learning Strategies, Veterans Success Center, First-Year Aggie Connections, Underground Scholars Program, Veterans Success Center) Student Disability Center, and the Four Academic Retention Initiatives (Strategic African American Retention Initiative, Strategic Asian and Pacific Islander Retention Initiative, Strategic Chicanx/Latinx Retention Initiative, Strategic Native American Retention Initiative).

This position is a key strategic partner to the Vice Chancellor and other student affairs senior leaders. This position will participate as a member of the senior leadership team and the Vice Chancellor's Council, supporting the overall management of Student Affairs.

Apply By Date

Sunday, July 14 at 11:59pm

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree, PhD, Ed.D. or other advanced degree required
• 10 years in higher education working in a shared governance model, with in-depth experience in retention, student success, and/or accessibility efforts, plus a minimum of 5 years progressive experience in leadership roles.
• Experience in the organizational development and management of complex student services organizations.
• Expert experience in serving non-traditional students and engaging with first-generation, low-income, and underrepresented communities effectively.
• Demonstrated skills to apply strategic planning principles, including change management and skills to design and facilitate dynamic organizational change to meet the evolving needs of the campus and systemwide and state objectives.
• Demonstrated skill to communicate clearly and effectively with diverse audiences and varied constituencies to solicit constructive input and cultivate constructive collaborations among multiple campus departments and community groups.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge and experience setting scalable strategies to achieve student success outcomes using data-driven approaches to measurably improve unit effectiveness. Knowledge of national trends in accessibility and student success.
• Advanced knowledge and expertise with managing and leading programs in support of students with disabilities or accessibility accommodations. High level of proficiency in educational accessibility oversight, student accommodations, ADA compliance and other topics for both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated capacity for leading initiatives that advance equitable outcomes, diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility.
• Demonstrated skills to lead campus-wide efforts affecting the retention, persistence, and graduation of first-generation, low-income, underrepresented minority students and students with disabilities.
• Demonstrated skills around use of effective assessment tools and ability to forecast student needs, and to develop, implement and evaluate programs that address these needs campus-wide.
• Demonstrated expert leadership abilities to establish department goals, and to motivate and influence others to achieve.

Department Description

The mission of the UC Davis Division of Student Affairs is to catalyze and sustain meaningful partnerships to create equitable and holistic outcomes that align with the evolving aspirations and needs of our communities.

The Division's Values are:

- Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity-mindedness
- Communication, Transparency and Responsiveness
- Innovation and Courage
- Wellbeing
- Unity of Purpose and Collaboration

The Division of Student Affairs is an exciting and dynamic division charged with ensuring that every UC Davis Aggie student has a transformative college experience. Within Student Affairs are units such as Housing and Dining, Student Life, Campus Community Centers, Retention Services, and now Student Success & Equity Innovation. The division is composed of 26 departments, 1200 career employees, 3,500 student employees, with an annual operating budget of over $300 million.

Position Information

• Salary or Pay Range: $103,500 - $216,000
• Salary Frequency: Monthly
• Salary Grade: 26
• Payroll Title: STDT LIFE DEV MGR 3
• Number of Positions: 1
• Appointment Type: Career
• Percentage of Time: 100%
• Shift Hours: Mon - Fri
• Location: Davis, CA
• Union Representation: No
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hybrid/Remote/On-Site: On-Site

Benefits

Outstanding benefits and perks are among the many rewards of working for the University of California. UC Davis Health offers a full range of benefits, resources and programs to help you bring your best self to work, as well as to help you and your family achieve your health, wellness, financial and career goals. Learn more about the benefits below and eligibility rules by visiting our handy Benefits Summary and our Benefits Page

• High quality and low-cost medical plans to choose from to fit your family's needs
• UC pays for Dental and Vision insurance premiums for you and your family
• Extensive leave benefits including Pregnancy and Parental Leave, Family & Medical Leave
• 14 paid Holidays annually
• Paid Time Off begins at 18 days accrued per year
• Sick Leave
• Continuing Education (CE) allowance and Education Reimbursement Program
• Access to free professional development courses and learning opportunities for personal and professional growth
• WorkLife and Wellness program and resources
• On-site Employee Assistance Program including access to free mental health services
• Supplemental insurance offered including additional life, short/long term disability, pet insurance and legal coverage
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSFL) Qualified Employer & Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program for qualified roles
• Retirement benefit options for eligible roles including Pension and other Retirement Saving Plans. More information on our retirement benefits can be found here
• UC Davis cares about building a community, which is why we provide resources to enhance diversity, equity and inclusion as well as Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) to support our staff

Special Requirements

• This position is a critical position and subject to a background check and drug screen. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history, identity checks and drug screen.
• As a condition of employment, you will be required to comply with the University of California Policy on Vaccination Programs, as may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging

At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve. We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds, and you belong here. As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community, our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected. The University of California, Davis is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age or protected veteran status.

For the University of California's Affirmative Action Policy please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4010393/PPSM-20.

For the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination.

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