Associate Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Director of Stanford Introductory Studies

To be successful in this position you will bring:

• Advanced degree or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience. Typically five or more years of relevant experience in area of specialization and five or more years relevant experience managing staff.

• Experience managing a budget and developing financial plans, program partnerships and funding sources.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory, planning and change management skills.

• Advanced oral, written and analytical skills exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.

In addition, preferred requirements include:

• 5+ years of successful teaching experience at the college level

• 8 ‑ 10 years of strategic planning experience in an educational context

• 8 - 10 years of experience in budget management, including planning, forecasting, and reporting

• 10+ years of progressively responsible educational administration in a complex organization, preferably in a university environment

• 10+ years of supervisory experience, including professional development and performance management of staff

• Deep understanding of the goals and values of liberal arts education within a research university

• Expertise in effective pedagogy and understanding of student learning

• Proven ability to establish program goals and administrative priorities and to oversee their implementation

• Ability to guide faculty in matters relating to pedagogy and curriculum design

• Excellent interpersonal skills, discretion, tact and judgment

• Proven ability to motivate staff to attain high standards of job performance in a multi-faceted, team-work oriented academic program

• Thorough knowledge of Stanford’s institutional structure and administrative systems, policies and procedures

About the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE)

For undergraduates, VPUE is the nexus for programs and initiatives that help students define and achieve their intellectual ambitions at Stanford. These include investigative introductory courses taught by esteemed faculty, targeted classes in writing and rhetoric, undergraduate research support, academic advising and mentoring, overseas and off-campus study programs, and undergraduate scholarships and fellowships. For faculty, VPUE serves as a principal conduit for furthering interaction with undergraduates and discovering ways in which working with students can enrich one’s research agenda. VPUE advocates for undergraduate education in collaboration with faculty, departments and schools across Stanford. All VPUE resources are dedicated to involving faculty with the undergraduate experience, connecting students with phenomenal opportunities and fully realizing a liberal education at Stanford.

Why Stanford is for You

Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms.  Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world.  Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven individuals to impact the future of our legacy.  Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

• Freedom to grow.  We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

• A caring culture.  We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

• A healthier you.  Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities.  We also provide excellent health care benefits.

• Discovery and fun.  Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

• Enviable resources.  Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.