Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs: Health & Wellness job opportunity at Brandeis University.



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Brandeis University Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs: Health & Wellness
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loacation Brandeis - Waltham Campus, United States Of America
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Brandeis University seeks an accomplished, strategic, and student-centered leader to serve as Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, Health & Wellness . This leadership role provides vision, oversight, and operational leadership for a comprehensive portfolio of student health and wellness services that are central to student success, belonging, and retention. Reporting to senior leadership within Student Affairs, the AVP will guide an integrated health and wellness ecosystem that includes the Brandeis Student Health Center; Counseling Center; Prevention, Advocacy & Resource Center; and Health and Wellness Promotion. The successful candidate will bring a strong commitment to equity, innovation, and collaboration, along with the ability to lead complex organizations in a dynamic higher education environment. The hiring range for this position is $120,300 - $180,000. Key Responsibilities Strategic and Operational Leadership (40%) Provide executive-level leadership and oversight for all student health and wellness units, including budgeting, staffing, talent development, succession planning, and program assessment. Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the Brandeis Plan to Reinvent the Liberal Arts , public health guidance, and institutional student retention and success initiatives. Ensure high-quality, accessible, and inclusive services that meet the evolving needs of a diverse student population. Lead marketing, outreach, and coordination efforts across campus and with faculty, alumni, and external partners. Vision and Institutional Collaboration (20%) Collaborate closely with senior leaders and key stakeholders to shape and advance a cohesive vision for student health, wellness, and success. Provide creative, results-focused leadership that centers student development, persistence, and well-being across all stages of the student lifecycle. Governance and University Service (20%) Serve on institutional committees and policy- and decision-making bodies. Contribute to university-wide planning, policy development, and crisis response efforts related to student health and wellness. Organizational Effectiveness and Team Leadership (10%) Design and implement strategies and tools to enhance employee engagement, productivity, and organizational effectiveness. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional growth. Assessment, Reporting, and Data-Informed Decision Making (10%) Oversee the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual reports on services, outcomes, and key metrics. Use data to inform strategic decisions, demonstrate impact, and support continuous improvement. Qualifications Required Master’s degree (M.A. or M.S.) in higher education, college student personnel, public health, counseling, social work, or a related field. A minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible leadership experience , preferably in higher education or a complex organizational setting. Demonstrated experience leading multidisciplinary teams and managing budgets and complex operations. Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with the ability to embed these principles into strategy, services, and organizational culture. Preferred Experience overseeing student health, counseling, wellness, prevention, or advocacy services in a college or university setting. Proven ability to collaborate across divisions and influence at the senior leadership level. Strong analytical, communication, and change management skills. Work Environment This position is based in an office environment with no unusual physical or environmental demands. Why Brandeis? Brandeis University is a private research university known for its academic excellence, social justice values, and commitment to inclusive community. The AVP for Student Affairs, Health & Wellness will play a critical role in shaping the student experience and advancing Brandeis’s mission to educate students who will make a positive difference in the world. Pay Range Disclosure The University's pay ranges represent a good faith estimate of what Brandeis reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of posting. The pay offered to a selected candidate during hiring will be based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate's work experience and education/training, internal peer equity, and applicable legal requirements. Equal Opportunity Statement Brandeis University is an equal opportunity employer which does not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, ancestry, religious creed, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, genetic information, disability, caste, military or veteran status or any other category protected by law (also known as membership in a "protected class").

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