University of La Verne

Functional Title:

University of La Verne Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Position Type:

Administrative/Professional

Appointment Type:

Regular

FTE %:

100

Job Description Summary:

The University of La Verne seeks a dynamic, innovative, and seasoned leader to serve as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Founded in 1891, the University of La Verne is composed of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS), the College of Business and Public Management (CBPM), the LaFetra College of Education (LFCE), and the College of Law (COL), as well as eight regional and online campuses (ROC). There are 55 undergraduate programs, 19 master’s degrees, four doctoral programs, and eight credential programs.

Of the 269 full-time faculty, mostly tenured or on the tenure track, 30% identify as persons within racial and/or ethnic underrepresented populations in higher education. Across all the colleges, the University of La Verne’s more than 8,000 traditional age and adult learners make the university one of the most diverse in the nation, and 44% are first-generation students. The student demographic diversity reflects the population of Inland Southern California, with more than 63% declaring themselves members of ethnic minority groups, including 48% Latinx, 6% African American, and 6% Asian American/Pacific Islander, and 7% international. The student/faculty ratio is 15:1. More than 90% of the University of La Verne’s traditional age undergraduates receive institutional financial aid.

In 2020, U.S. News & World Report ranked the University of La Verne 4th in the country for social mobility, ranking first among private institutions. The university is also ranked #11 among California private national universities. A federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), the university is one of 361 campuses nationally to receive the Carnegie Foundation’s Classification for Community Engagement. In 2014, the White House named the University of La Verne to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll and designated the university among the top five institutions in the category of interfaith and community service.

The full search prospectus may be found at: https://laverne.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2020/08/2007704-Prospectus-ATC-Rev6.pdf

Specific Duties:

The Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs reports directly to the president and serves on the President’s Cabinet. The Provost’s responsibilities span strategic planning, policy formulation, budgetary decision-making, assessment and continuous improvement, and faculty support and supervision. The provost will inspire faculty, staff, and students to achieve ambitious goals through effective organization and allocation of resources. The Provost works collaboratively with the president and other university leaders toward the achievement of institutional goals and offers advice and counsel on both the academic programs and the student experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful candidate will be an experienced academic leader who has held progressively responsible administrative roles in an academic setting. She or he will have demonstrated a record of ethical, fair, and innovative leadership, with excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills, as well as a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and a respect for shared governance. Required credentials are an earned terminal degree in the candidate’s field, with a strong record of scholarship and teaching. The successful candidate will present significant academic administrative experience with evidence of sound fiscal and personnel management, integration of academics and the co-curriculum, and a focus on ensuring success for all members of an academic community.

Benefits Summary:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity. Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

U.S. News & World Report rates La Verne Online No. 1 in California for the third consecutive year and 24th best in the country. Washington Monthly’s 2016 “America’s Best Colleges for Adult Learners” rankings place La Verne No. 3 among private, 4-year institutions in California.

La Verne is Tier 1 in U.S. News 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” National University rankings for the seventh straight year, and again made Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” rating (WASC Accredited).Location:

La Verne Central Campus

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Number:

2018-190680SA

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Dr. Katherine Haley of Haley Associates Higher Education Executive Search LLC is supporting the search and welcomes nominations and inquiries. To make inquiries or nominations, please contact her at: LaVerneProvost@haleyassociates.net or 603.748.4399. To formally apply, upload your vita, a letter of application, and a list of five annotated references (who will not be contacted until later in the search) at haleyassociates.hiringthing.com.

Review of nominations and applications will begin in August 2020 and continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, application materials should be submitted by October 30, 2020. The start date is flexible but early 2021 is preferred.

The full search prospectus may be found at: https://laverne.edu/hr/wp-content/uploads/sites/26/2020/08/2007704-Prospectus-ATC-Rev6.pdf

The University of La Verne is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employment or employees on any basis prohibited by state and federal law.

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Functional Title:

Financial Aid Counselor I

Position Type:

Classified

Appointment Type:

Regular

FTE %:

100%

Job Description Summary:

The Financial Aid Counselor is responsible for counseling students/prospective students and families on financial aid processes,

Functional Title:

Associate Vice President, Regional and Online Campuses

Position Type:

Administrative/Professional

Appointment Type:

Regular

FTE %:

100%

Job Description Summary:

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!

Provide leadership and direction for the Regional and Online Campuses (ROC) and assume responsibility for the campus’ administration and the academic and co-curricular experience of adult learners.Specific Duties:

• Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and review of academic programs and administrative policies and operations in all major areas of regional campus and online programs (i.e., student, instructional, administrative, business, financial services, and facilities).

• Develop and implement ROC’s strategic plan with a clear focus on metrics for success to build and maintain thriving programs and online programs.

• Create and implement a data-informed student success and retention plan focused on student satisfaction, timely completion, and career outcomes.

• Oversee the financial management of the campuses including online; develop, manage, and review budgets; meet and exceed expected financial margins.

• Partner with Strategic Enrollment Management to ensure successful recruitment of new students by following marketing and recruitment plans, participating in collateral development, and adhering to standards set for the website, social media, and branding.

• Partner with the academic college deans to ensure viable and relevant academic undergraduate and graduate programs for adult learners, and maintain collaborative relationship with external PDU provider

• Hire, evaluate, and develop qualified administrators and staff; lead and manage ROC Campus Directors towards performance excellence and accountability.

• Represent the university and ROC to alumni, donors, outside agencies, and community partners in cooperation with University Advancement.

• Be a culturally competent employee who attends/completes mandatory diversity and inclusivity trainings as provided by the university.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s or Ph.D./Ed.D./J.D.

• 5 years of experience managing multiple educational campuses and sites

• 5 years of experience in educating adult learners

• 5 years of supervisory experience

• 5 years of experience managing complex budgets

• Leadership, strategy, critical thinking, management, cultural competency, influencing, presentation, team building, and negotiation/persuasion

• Experience with successful “turn around” situations

• Demonstrated experience working across units, divisions, and community partners

• Demonstrated mid-level and senior leadership experience

• Experience establishing and maintaining Corporate/Educational partnerships

• Experience with optimizing face-to-face/hybrid/online delivery

• Experience with collaborating with future employers

• Strategic planning

• Written and interpersonal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• DegreeWorks, CampusLabs, Banner, Slate CRM

Benefits Summary:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity. Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous 10% contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

U.S. News & World Report rates La Verne Online No. 1 in California for the third consecutive year and 24th best in the country. Washington Monthly’s 2016 “America’s Best Colleges for Adult Learners” rankings place La Verne No. 3 among private, 4-year institutions in California.
La Verne is Tier 1 in U.S. News 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” National University rankings for the seventh straight year, and again made Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” rating (WASC Accredited).Location:

La Verne Central Campus

Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Number:

2018-190625SA

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Functional Title:

Director, Student Accounts

Position Type:

Administrative/Professional

Appointment Type:

Regular

FTE %:

100%

Job Description Summary:

Directs, plans, and implements the activities of all student financial services, and accounts receivable systems for the University. Manages the disbursement of over $150 million in federal, state, private, and institutional aid and insures disbursements are compliant with various regulatory agencies including but not limited to the Department of Education.

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, and Community and Civic Engagement.


If you’re passionate about these values, join us at the University of La Verne!Specific Duties:

• Oversees the overall operation of student financial services, billings, receivables, cashiering, and on-line student access to accounts and transactions. Responsible for the assessment of all tuition and fees for student accounts. Manages all student payment options.

• Manages the disbursement of over $150 million in federal, state, private, and institutional aid and insures disbursements are compliant with various regulatory agencies including but not limited to the Department of Education.

• Safeguards and deposits all tuition, fees, and other monies collected throughout the University. Ensures policy and regulatory compliance of all cash receipts at the University.

• Analyzes and resolves billing and payment problems. Identifies errors or discrepancies and assist students and their parents with questions regarding their account. Serves as an escalation point for questions and concerns.

• Ensures timely issuance in student and financial aid refund checks.

• Monitors the accounting of the accounts receivable module and ensures adequacy of internal controls and procedures for accounts receivable and cash receipts. Recommends and implements system changes as needed to ensure adherence to GAAP as well as University Policies. Responsible for adherence and compliance to federal and state regulations as applied to financial institutions. Provides direction and leadership in financial management of accounts receivable and cash receipts. Provides direction and fiscal policy reviews and implements any changes.

• Design, implement, and monitor short and long range goals, objectives, policies, and operating procedures for the department. Monitor and evaluate program effectiveness. Recruits, trains, supervises and evaluates departmental staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with other University offices regarding enrollment, assessment of fees and payment processes. Serves as liaison to other University departments and business administrators on policies and procedures. Represents department on committees and meetings.
  Directs, educates, and encourages departmental staff on positive customer service with students, parents, faculty, staff and other University departments.

• Interacts with accounting staff and primary contact for external auditors; participates in auditing projects, and provides information and access to student account information as required and represent the Office of Student Accounts as a speaker and provide important information about payment options, financial counseling services, critical dates, refunds and book authorizations. Participate in student orientations, informational meetings and training sessions.

• Responsible for monitoring completed registration and financial obligations of students for each registration period and populations. On-going reporting of results to senior management. Developing solutions and making decisions for students with financial difficulties. Manages and oversees collections of delinquent accounts for student tuition and fees.

• Identifies and oversees the implementation of software enhancements to improve the efficiency and integrity of Student Accounts.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree


• 5 years of experience working in a Student Accounts or Financial Aid Office


• 5 years of experience working in higher education


• 4 years of experience in a supervisory or leadership position


• Knowledge of cashiering and cash management principles, systems procedures and standards


• Knowledge of accounting and accounts receivable principles, methodology, and practices


• Knowledge of Federal and State Federal regulations. This includes the Department of


• Education regulations regarding the disbursement and issuance of Financial Aid and refund checks.


• Knowledge of the Fair Debt Credit Reporting Act


• Knowledge of the regulations regarding unclaimed property


• Strong verbal, written communication and presentation skills. Excellent customer service skills


• Proficient in in Microsoft Office


• Ability to work in a fast paced office environment


• Ability to interact in a professional manner during stressful situations


• Ability to work effectively as a team player


• Ability to analyze, interpret data and make independent decisions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong working knowledge of computer systems and software applications.


• Experience with Banner, Cashnet and Cognos is desired


• Sensitivity to cultural diversity and ability to communicate and interact effectively with people of all ages and backgrounds.


• Experience working in accounting for at least two year is preferred

Benefits Summary:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and internal equity. Benefits include a comprehensive health and wellness plan, tuition remission program for employee, spouse, and dependent children, a generous contribution to the University’s 403B retirement plan, and a generous time off plan.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of a background check and employment verification.

U.S. News & World Report rates La Verne Online No. 1 in California for the third consecutive year and 24th best in the country. Washington Monthly’s 2016 “America’s Best Colleges for Adult Learners” rankings place La Verne No. 3 among private, 4-year institutions in California.

La Verne is Tier 1 in U.S. News 2017 “America’s Best Colleges” National University rankings for the seventh straight year, and again made Forbes “America’s Top Colleges” rating (WASC Accredited).Number of Vacancies:

1

Posting Number:

2018-190698SA

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Functional Title:

Associate Director of Learning Technologies, Title III HSI-STEM

Position Type:

Administrative/Professional

Appointment Type:

Regular

FTE %:

100

Work Schedule (if atypical):

Monday through Friday 8 am- 5 pm, with occasional evenings and weekends.

Job Description Summary:

The University of La Verne is a private not-for-profit university founded in 1891 located in La Verne, California. The core values that we live by are Ethical Reasoning, Diversity and Inclusivity, Lifelong Learning and Community and Civic Engagement.

If you’re passionate about these values, join us at University of La Verne!

The Associate Director of Learning Technologies works with the Associate Dean of Learning, Innovation & Teaching and Director of La Verne’s Title III HSI-STEM grant and functions as the lead in the areas of classroom design, educational technology, technical training and support within the university. Position has primary responsibilities for the technology used for teaching, as well as the ongoing oversight, research, evaluation, and training those technologies require. The Associate Director will work collaboratively with faculty development, academic support services, career services, and information technology units to develop and support strategic planning that results in high levels of service to faculty and to students in all teaching environments.Specific Duties:

• Collaborate with faculty and staff from within or connected to STEM disciplines and the Title III grant, assisting them in the development of technology for teaching and learning.

• Develop and lead training on a variety of instructional technology topics including media applications, content creation, and content delivery tools.

• Lead the research and development of innovative classroom design, effective uses of hardware, software, and technology practices.

• Determine best practices for the implementation of effective technology-enable instruction.

• Collaborate with Associate Dean of Learning, Innovation and Teaching to develop and implement policies related to university instructional technology advancement and develop project plans and oversee execution of technology-driven instructional initiatives.

• Support GPSS in program administration areas such as scheduling, budget, communications, event planning, trouble-shooting and problem solving.

• Lead collaborations with other units on strategic projects such as effective technology support for faculty, technology-enabled university marketing and advancement, enhancing services provided by student affairs, faculty development, liaising with key vendors, etc.

• Lead the offering of general teaching and learning support for faculty, including one-to-one and group consultations, just-in-time support, pre-designed workshops, and multi-day trainings.

• Coordinate with faculty and administration to ensure the University is advancing in the areas of technology enabled teaching.

• Actively pursue vendor contacts for advancements in the instructional technology landscape.

• Supervision of student instructional technology assistants and budget management.

• In collaboration with the Associate Dean of Learning, Innovation and Teaching, represent the University at networking events promoting advancements in educational technology.

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