Associate Vice President for Experiential Learning and Engagement

Department: Office of the Vice President for Student Life
Appointment Type and Duration: Regular, Ongoing
Salary: $170,000-$190,000/year
Compensation Band: OS-OA13-Fiscal Year 2024-2025
FTE: 1.0

Application Review Begins

March 15, 2025; Position open until filled.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply for this position please click here, then click on the Apply button, complete the brief application process, and upload your resume and position-specific cover letter. Nominations for this position may be emailed to J. Scott Derrick at jsd@spelmanjohnson.com. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.

Department Summary

The Division of Student Life supports the university’s academic mission and strategic plan through comprehensive programs and services that promote and advance student learning and success while fostering an inclusive and vibrant campus community. Student Life includes four major departments, the Office of the Dean of Students, Erb Memorial Union, Physical Education & Recreation, and University Health Services. Student Life also runs a number of key programs, including Parent and Family Programs, Major Student Events (Commencement, Homecoming, University Day), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Counseling, Health Promotion, Multicultural and Identity Based Support Services, Student Government Engagement & Success, Student Conduct and Community Standards, and Support for Students in Crisis and Students of Concern.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Life, the Associate Vice President for Experiential Learning and Engagement (AVP/ELE) is a senior leadership position within the Division of Student Life and plays a pivotal role in the administration and management of programs and services that promote student well-being and success. The AVP/ELE assists the Vice President and divisional leadership team in ongoing efforts to align the growth and development of the division with the university’s strategic plan. The AVP/ELE serves as a member of the vice president’s senior leadership team and the division’s Student Life Leadership Team.

This position oversees the experiential learning and engagement portfolio in the division, including the Erb Memorial Union, Holden Center for Leadership and Community Engagement, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and Student Government Engagement & Success. The AVP/ELE is responsible for facilitating activities, experiences and learning opportunities that focus on students developing and sustaining student success within these areas. The position will provide campus wide leadership that emphasizes education programs and resources that cultivate career readiness competencies. The position will collaborate with academic and co-curricular partners to map learning to the competencies.

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education Administration, or related field.
• Five years of current and progressively responsible higher education experience in experiential learning, student engagement, or related area in higher education.
• Three years demonstrated ability in the area of personnel management, including supervision of full-time professional staff, employee development, evaluation, discipline and motivation.
• Three years demonstrated ability in the area of fiscal management, including budget preparation, management and resource allocation.

Professional Competencies

• Proven experience in strategic planning, program oversight, and building partnerships across academic and co-curricular units.
• Strong track record in facilitating career readiness, leadership, and community engagement programs.
• Strong communication skills.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of student engagement and experiential learning.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating collaborative relationships with and providing effective leadership to students, faculty, staff, and professional colleagues.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctoral degree

FLSA Exempt: Yes

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible emp