Assistant Vice President, Strategic and Transformative Initiatives
Texas Southern University

Job Info

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Security Sensitive Position?:

Yes

Hours of Work:

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F

Posting Number:

TSU203222

Official TSU Title:

Assistant Vice President, Strategic and Transformative Initiatives

Grant Title:

Assistant Vice President, Strategic and Transformative Initiatives

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:

JOB SUMMARY:Under the supervision of the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Assistant Vice President, Strategic and Transformative Initiatives will provide tactical support to advance innovative student success initiatives through high-impact collaborations with both campus (internal) stakeholders and external entities. The ideal candidate will be a talented practitioner with experience as a seasoned manager and the capacity to motivate and influence others toward productive change. The Assistant Vice President will have a proven track record of developing and managing collaborative relationships, facilitating progressive organizational change, and leading high-visibility projects with cross-functional stakeholders. The incumbent will leverage internal and external collaborations to achieve success while working closely with key campus stakeholders (e.g., Student Affairs; Career Services; Enrollment and Student Success; Office of Development & Alumni Relations; Academic Colleges/Schools; Athletics; Research and Innovation; etc.) to realize desired outcomes.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

• Strategic thinking
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Negotiation
• Multitasking and time management
• Adaptability
• Student focus
• Strong interpersonal skills

This is a Grant Funded position.Essential Duties Summary:

• Provide leadership for the ongoing implementation of a strategic vision for improving student success outcomes at Texas Southern University through deep collaborations with internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Leverage data from organizational health assessments and other sources to guide the implementation of innovative campus transformation activities.
• Establish and nurture collaborations with academic colleges/schools to bridge the gap between academic learning, enrollment services, and student affairs, fostering a seamless student experience from acceptance to graduation.
• Promote a culture of learning and development to improve process outcomes and long-term sustainability.
• Ensure that programs, initiatives, and collaborations are aligned with Texas Southern University's short- and long-term strategic goals, as well as academic and student success priorities.
• Promote a positive image of the University by representing the institution in community, state, and regional activities.
• Manage grants and other assigned resources to support high-impact transformation activities at the institution.
• Assist the university with prospect identification and opportunity cultivation for business and operational transformation activities.
• Support special projects and other duties as assigned to advance the University's strategic direction.

% FTE:

1.0

Hiring Range:

$97,093.00 - $145,640.00

Education:

An earned Master's Degree in Counseling, Education, Business, or related field.

Doctorate Degree (Ph.D./Ed.D./JD) preferred.

Required Licensing/Certification:

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Best practices for student success, organizational change management, and sustainable transformation
• Requires comprehensive knowledge and subject matter expertise in technical and functional principles and procedures in multiple disciplines to handle any situation and lead or train others.
• Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
• Project management approaches and tools, as well as the phases of a project lifecycle

Skill in:

• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Multitasking and time management
• Interpersonal, verbal, and written communication
• Small group, and large group facilitation
• Leadership, influencing, and relationship-building across functions to achieve a common goal
• Both verbal and written communication
• Leading projects.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to:

• Prepare detailed reports
• Work well independently, as well as collaboratively with colleagues
• Connect with diverse stakeholders from various industries and at all levels of organizations
• Make presentations to colleagues and other stakeholders
• Review, analyze, and evaluate initiative outcomes
• Give and receive productive, developmental feedback
• Effectively maintain multi-faceted work portfolio with competing demands
• Learn and grow with the University, recognizing that responsibilities may evolve to best serve the needs of the institution

Work Experience:

A minimum of seven (7) years of progressive professional experience. Demonstrated experience in cross-functional, enterprise-level initiatives that improve organizational performance through strategic change management and process improvement.

Previous experience with student success initiatives in the higher education setting preferred.

Working/Environmental Conditions:

• Sitting or standing in one location much of the time.
• Some stooping, lifting, or carrying objects lightweight may be required.
• Use of video display terminal.

UA EEO Statement:

It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

Manual of Administrative Policies and Procedures

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Open to all applicants.

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