Executive Director of University Advising

Position Information Department VP Academic Affairs (XUS) Position Title Administrator 1-Acad Program 2 Job Title Executive Director of University Advising Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary The Division of Academic Affairs is seeking an Executive Director of University Advising. This is a full-time (1.

00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

Oregon State University (OSU) seeks a strategic leader to serve as Executive Director of University Advising. Reporting to the Associate Vice Provost for Academic Affairs, this position is pivotal in driving the university’s commitment to student success.

The Executive Director will provide dynamic university-wide leadership and direction for academic advising, establishing a cohesive and innovative framework that aligns with the university’s mission and values.

In collaboration with college leadership, the Executive Director will spearhead the development and implementation of cutting-edge advising practices, while fostering a culture of excellence, equity, and inclusion within the advising community.

With a strong emphasis on collaboration and partnership-building, the successful candidate will engage with key stakeholders across the institution to ensure that advising initiatives are seamlessly integrated and effectively support the diverse needs of OSU students.

Why OSU? Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves we seek them out and take them on.

We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard.

We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS :

• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit :

Locations :

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country.

Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package :

Oregon State University offers a with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including :

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU. Key Responsibilities Strategic leadership and vision setting (30%) :

• Provide strategic direction for university advising initiatives, articulating a bold vision for the future of advising at OSU that parallels the strategic goals of the institution.
• Cultivate collaborative partnerships with academic colleges, departments, and student support services, serving as a liaison and advocate for advising needs at the university level.

Program development, implementation, and evaluation (30%) :

• Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive advising program that ensures alignment with academic priorities and standards and fosters a student-centric approach.
• Lead assessment efforts to evaluate the effectiveness of advising programs and services, utilizing data-driven insights to inform decision-making and enhance the quality of advising support for students.

Professional development (15%) :

Establish a robust professional development framework for advising staff, providing opportunities for growth and skill enhancement that mirror executive-level standards.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion (10%) :

Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion within the advising community, implementing initiatives to address systemic barriers and promote access and inclusivity in advising services.

Supervision (15%) :

• Supervise, mentor, and support university-level advising staff as well as dual reports from across the university.
• The Executive Director of University Advising will provide leadership and oversight for the following positions : Director of New Student Advising : Provide strategic guidance and supervision for the new student advising program, ensuring seamless transitions for incoming students.

Provide strategic direction and guidance for the University Exploratory Studies program, ensuring comprehensive advising support for students exploring academic pathways.

Coordinator for Training and Professional Development : Spearhead training initiatives and professional development opportunities for advising staff, setting executive-level standards for skill enhancement.

Coordinator for Data Systems and Analytics : Oversee data systems and analytics related to advising, leveraging insights to drive strategic decision-making and enhance advising services.

What You Will Need

• Earned Master’s degree (MS / MA / MEd) or professional degree in higher education administration, counseling, student affairs, or a related field.
• Five years of experience in academic advising in a higher education setting, with demonstrated progression of experience.
• Three years of supervisory experience of full-time staff.
• Strong commitment to education and academic support.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Evidence of commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Strong problem-solving and time management skills.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse groups of stakeholders and to build strong rapport with university colleagues within and outside the advising community.
• Experience leading initiatives.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard : 05-010 et seq.

Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Doctorate in Higher Education or a related field.
• Knowledge of and experience in interpreting higher education academic policies and procedures.
• Experience in developing and implementing initiatives within a higher education setting, including collaborating with university leadership to achieve common goals.
• Experience with program evaluation and assessment.
• Experience or leadership in a matrix or dual reporting environment.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule Normal office working conditions with some travel required as necessary. Work will take place primarily on the Corvallis campus with some travel as needed to the Bend, Newport, and other OSU locations.

Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience. Link to Position Description