Associate Directors in Student Affairs
Full Time
Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Posted
Job description
Position Number Multiple Positions Posting Number F1956 Position Type Administrative and Professional Faculty Position Status Full Time College/Division Student Life and Involvement Department 300000 - Residence Life Admin Pay Rate Other Specify Range or Amount See Individual Postings Is this a JMU only position? No Is this a grant-funded position? No Is this a Conflict of Interest designated position? No
Benefits to candidates include:
The Division of Student Affairs includes University Career Center, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Community Service-Learning, Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Disability Services, Student Accountability & Restorative Practices, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, Orientation, Residence Life, Student Life, University Health Center, University Recreation and University Unions. The division is an integral part of the campus community and works collaboratively with the other divisions of the university in supporting the mission, vision, and values of the university. Successful candidates will embody the values of Student Affairs at James Madison University and will infuse these values in their day-to-day practice.
Each position will be selected through an innovative practice called a cohort hire. The search committee hiring for this position will be selecting candidates for eight positions. If you would like to be considered for multiple positions within the cohort, you can submit your application for these other positions:
Application Instructions:
The Cover Letter prompt is:
Position Summary Information
About James Madison University
Mission
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision
To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are
Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. The university is committed to expanding diversity, fostering equity and inclusion, and supporting superlative teaching and scholarship. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
We are a community committed to preparing students to be educated and enlightened citizens who lead productive and meaningful lives.
Vision
To be the national model for the engaged university: engaged with ideas and the world.
Who We Are
Located in the heart of Virginia’s beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the city of Harrisonburg is approximately 120 miles from Washington, D.C. and Richmond, VA. With a population of just over 53,000, Harrisonburg is one of the most diverse communities in the Commonwealth of Virginia. JMU is a selective, public institution with a growing national reputation for offering experiences that lead to an outstanding education and inclusive environment for students, faculty and staff. The student body includes approximately 20,000 undergraduate and 1,900 graduate students, with over 1,000 full-time instructional faculty.
JMU offers thriving programs in the liberal arts, science and technology, and professional disciplines at the undergraduate, master’s and doctoral levels. The university is committed to expanding diversity, fostering equity and inclusion, and supporting superlative teaching and scholarship. JMU has achieved national recognition for the high quality of its academic programs, focus on maintaining strong student/faculty interaction, and innovative faculty research.
General Information
The
Division of Student Affairs at James Madison University (JMU) welcomes applications for a cohort hire. Modeled after similar searches in Academic Affairs and as a part of the ongoing DEI work at JMU. This hire will consist of four student-facing positions who are all working collaboratively within their home departments on the shared Divisional value of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Positions hired in this cohort will be housed within the Center for Multicultural Student Services, Residence Life, and the Office of Disability Services. You will have the opportunity to apply for a single position within the cohort or apply for multiple roles.
Benefits to candidates include:
- Transition to campus with group of peers from around Student Affairs
- Shared onboarding process with recurring meetings to work on incorporating theme into the work of the home department
- Streamlined interview process where you can be considered for multiple positions
The Division of Student Affairs includes University Career Center, Center for Multicultural Student Services, Community Service-Learning, Counseling Center, Dean of Students, Disability Services, Student Accountability & Restorative Practices, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity & Expression, Orientation, Residence Life, Student Life, University Health Center, University Recreation and University Unions. The division is an integral part of the campus community and works collaboratively with the other divisions of the university in supporting the mission, vision, and values of the university. Successful candidates will embody the values of Student Affairs at James Madison University and will infuse these values in their day-to-day practice.
Student Affairs Values
- Focusing on Students
- Leading Courageously
- Transcending Boundaries
- Creating Belonging
- Embracing Innovation and Change
- Honoring and Valuing Our Staff
- Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Each position will be selected through an innovative practice called a cohort hire. The search committee hiring for this position will be selecting candidates for eight positions. If you would like to be considered for multiple positions within the cohort, you can submit your application for these other positions:
- Associate Director, Student Leadership Development & Intercultural Experiences
- Associate Director for Clinical and Administrative Support (Closed)
- Associate Director of Residence Life, Recruitment, Training and Inclusion (Closed)
- Associate Director for Residence Life, Housing Operations (Closed)
Application Instructions:
You can use the
same cover letter and resume for each position. Completing the job specific application is the only additional step required to be considered for other positions. We welcome applications for individual roles.
There is no expectation that candidates apply for multiple positions.
The Cover Letter prompt is:
- Please describe your current skill set and competencies around engaging in diversity, equity, and inclusion work on college campuses. This can include value, engagement, or experience with universal design. Please also include any description of qualifications that aren’t included in your resume.
- The cover letter should include how you would incorporate DEI into the specific role(s) you are applying for.
- Your cover letter should be no longer than two pages.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please see each posting to see specific duties and responsibilities.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will possess the ability to meet the functional needs of the home department and engage in DEI work holistically to help JMU become an institution where every student has the opportunity to thrive. JMU prioritizes the staff experience and is also engaging in this innovative hiring practice for student affairs in order to emphasize communal experience. Through this process, you will be collectively onboarded to maximize learning and build a community devoted to staff development and DEI work at JMU.
Required:
- Bachelors required
- At least 3 years of relevant experience
- Experience supervising of staff, supervision of full-time staff is preferred
- Experience in complex decision-making
- A record of commitment to inclusiveness
- Commitment to holistic education
- Commitment to student development and development of student-learning environments
- A record of collaboration across functional work areas
- Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholders
- Be current on research and trends in Higher Education
- Experience developing rapport in one-on-one relationships
Preferred:
- Master’s degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs or relevant field
- 5 years of relevant experience
Any additional qualifications will be listed on each individual posting.
Conditions of Employment
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
E-Verify Notice: After accepting employment, new hires are required to complete an I-9 form and present documentation of their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. James Madison University uses the E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
08/18/2022
Beginning Review Date
09/16/2022
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Proposed Starting Date
11/10/2022
EEO Statement
James Madison University is committed to creating and supporting a diverse and inclusive work and educational community that is free of all forms of discrimination. This institution does not tolerate discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, parental status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or veteran status.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
We promote access, inclusion and diversity for all students, faculty, staff, constituents and programs, believing that these qualities are foundational components of an outstanding education in keeping with our mission. The university is interested in candidates whose experience and qualifications support an ongoing commitment to this core quality.
Anyone having questions concerning discrimination should contact the Office for Equal Opportunity: (540) 568-6991.
Reasonable Accommodation Request
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance searching or applying for jobs please contact us at (540) 568-3597 or jobs@jmu.edu. You may also visit the JMU Human Resource Office, located at 752 Ott Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 and we will be happy to assist you.
Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report
Notice of Availability – Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, the university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, protocols for the immediate notification of students and staff upon confirmation of a significant emergency on campus and other matters of importance related to security and safety. The report includes statistics for the most recent three-year period of reported crimes that have occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by JMU or its affiliates; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes campus housing fire statistics for the most recent three-year period, a description of each on-campus student housing facility fire safety system, the number of fire drills held during the previous calendar year, policies or rules on portable electrical appliances, smoking, and open flames in student housing; and procedures for student housing evacuation in the event of fire along with other fire safety information.
The JMU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes the Harrisonburg campus and the three overseas branch campuses; Florence, Antwerp, and London. It is available electronically
You can obtain a copy of any of this report by contacting the Office of Public Safety, MSC 6810, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (540)568-6769/6913.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as: crime prevention, the university police law enforcement authority, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, protocols for the immediate notification of students and staff upon confirmation of a significant emergency on campus and other matters of importance related to security and safety. The report includes statistics for the most recent three-year period of reported crimes that have occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by JMU or its affiliates; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes campus housing fire statistics for the most recent three-year period, a description of each on-campus student housing facility fire safety system, the number of fire drills held during the previous calendar year, policies or rules on portable electrical appliances, smoking, and open flames in student housing; and procedures for student housing evacuation in the event of fire along with other fire safety information.
The JMU Annual Security and Fire Safety Report includes the Harrisonburg campus and the three overseas branch campuses; Florence, Antwerp, and London. It is available electronically
You can obtain a copy of any of this report by contacting the Office of Public Safety, MSC 6810, James Madison University, Harrisonburg, VA 22807 or request that a copy be mailed to you by calling (540)568-6769/6913.
Minimum Reference(s) Required
3
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://joblink.jmu.edu/postings/12672
Additional Posting Information
JMU’s Dual Career and Community Resources Program is available for candidates that will be relocating to the area. For more information, please visit https://bit.ly/2OTF1NG.
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