Vice President, Students

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Kwantlen Polytechnic University

KPU offers all learners opportunities to achieve success in a diverse range of programs that blend theory and practice, critical understanding, and social and ethical awareness necessary for good citizenship and rewarding careers. KPU strives to implement initiatives that will attract, support, engage, and retain KPU’s people and create an environment where all employees see themselves as contributing to student learning.

JOB OVERVIEW: VICE PRESIDENT, STUDENTS

Reporting to the President and Vice Chancellor The Vice President, Students leads the development and implementation of key student-focused strategies in alignment with the University’s Strategic Vision and Academic Plan. The VP Students is responsible for ensuring KPU provides its students with the most supportive, rewarding and enriching educational experience, and fosters the on-going development and provision of high- quality services for students, consistent with the University’s mission and vision.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from a recognized university, with a doctorate preferred.
• 10 years of progressive experience in academic and student service leadership roles.
• Continuing education in areas related to this portfolio.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrated passion for, and accomplishment in, student success and inclusive and innovation approaches to higher education.
• A proven track record as a Vice President, Dean, or student affairs leader of a well- regarded university, ideally within a unionized environment.
• A proven communicator who is willing to speak as an advocate for KPU to both internal and external audiences, including international audiences. Believes in the importance of communication.
• Demonstrated inter-cultural understanding and a commitment to equity and diversity.
• Demonstrated understanding of Indigenous issues and perspectives as it relates to the students.
• A positive relationship-builder with demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with students and with a wide range of internal and external key parties locally, nationally and internationally.
• Willing to invest in the expeditious and judicious resolution of student issues and challenges.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in educational leadership as well as educational practices, issues and trends. Attuned to current developments in student support.
• Demonstrated awareness, understanding and support for student health and well-being principles, initiatives and frameworks.
• A proven track record of leading cross-functional teams in planning and review, budget development, academic organization, and administration.
• Demonstrated ability to lead significant change, mentor and develop others, and engage a broad range of people in pursuit of organizational vision and goals.
• Capable of articulating the vision and plan set by the KPU community and of inspiring the KPU community to achieve the plan.
• Successful track record in working with others, either individually, as a team player or as a leader to accomplish goals, objectives, and desired outcomes through dialogue, collaboration and negotiation.
• Superior business and financial acumen and an ability to foster a culture of timely and evidence based decision making, accountability, and entrepreneurialism.
• Proven track record of working collaboratively in a multi-union environment.
• Able to inspire confidence and sense of purpose.
• An informed, rational decision maker who has confidence, good judgment, and strong management skills.
• Positive, persuasive, diplomatic, engaging, and collaborative.
• Demonstrated high degree of political acuity, diplomacy and tact to deal with all issues in a balanced and fair manner.
• Demonstrated high level of integrity, credibility, sound judgment, and resourcefulness in decision making and problem-solving complex issues.
• Ability to travel between campuses required.
• Ability to travel internationally on occasion.

Please visit our careers centre for further information: https://www.kpu.ca/hr/career-opportunities

Does this role sound like it was made for you, yet you don’t check every box?

We at KPU understand that experiences and qualifications may look differently for everyone and, if this job description is of interest to you, we encourage you to apply.

Note to Applicants:

Kwantlen Polytechnic University welcomes and encourages applications from equity deserving groups and diverse experiences including, but not limited to, Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, and members of the 2S/LGBTQIA+ community.

If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at humanresources@kpu.ca.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

We thank all applicants for their interest in employment with KPU. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Kwantlen Polytechnic University is committed to protecting the safety and welfare of employees, students, and the general public, and upholding the reputation and integrity of the University. For this reason, final applicants will be asked to undergo a background check.