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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment & Student Success

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285


Position Details

University of Colorado | Denver

Official Title: Vice Chancellor

Working Title: Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment & Student Success

FTE: 1

Salary Range: $250,000 - $275,000

Position #00350722 - Requisition #33999

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Join the University of Colorado Denver

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) seeks nominations, applications, and expressions of interest for a creative, collaborative, and inclusive leader to serve as the vice chancellor for strategic enrollment and student success.

Part of the University of Colorado system, CU Denver was officially founded in 1973. Located on the downtown Auraria Campus and stretching into Denver's central business district, CU Denver brings together innovation, research, and learning in the heart of a global city. CU Denver is the state's premier public urban research university with more than 100 in-demand, top-ranked bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs.

Throughout its history, CU Denver has supported students from all walks of life. The University educates approximately 14,000 students (70% undergraduate and 30% graduate) and is committed to supporting diverse learners for transformative educational experiences. Students of color make up 46% of the undergraduate student body, and 51% of undergraduates are first-generation college students. CU Denver is also a Hispanic-Serving Institution.

Reporting to Chancellor Marks, the vice chancellor serves as the senior officer responsible for enrollment management, student success, student affairs, international affairs, and their related strategic initiatives. The vice chancellor will set and oversee the strategic direction of the division, co-creating and advancing initiatives that inspire stakeholders throughout the division and across the University to contribute to University-wide success.

CU Denver is eager to recruit a leader who will nurture a cohesive community of professionals across various functions and who will model a collaborative approach that empowers creativity, service excellence, and leadership throughout the division.

Role of the Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment and Student Success

The vice chancellor will oversee a comprehensive, $32 million portfolio comprised of nearly 200 staff across enrollment, student success, student affairs, and international affairs departments and services.

Additional responsibilities of the vice chancellor include:Bring leadership, vision, expertise, integrity, inclusiveness, and energy to the overall enrollment strategy and function.Advance partnerships around data analysis to shape enrollment strategy and planning.Regularly assess the effectiveness of various efforts from recruitment activities to financial aid programs.Facilitate seamless integration of the student experience for both in-person and online students.Provide leadership in the development and implementation of CU Denver's student success initiatives.Act as the lead administrator for the University's student success roadmap.Leverage the University's investment in student success technology systems.Conduct strategic assessment of partnerships and pathways.Ensure quality delivery of shared services to CU Denver and CU Anschutz campuses.Support the engagement and development of faculty.Focus on strategies to promote success by students from traditionally underrepresented populations.Direct efforts to successfully complete initiatives of associated entities.

Professional Qualifications and Personal Qualities

The vice chancellor will be a strategic, innovative, and collaborative leader with an unwavering commitment to students. CU Denver seeks leaders who have proven experience in enrollment management and a commitment to student success.

Procedure for Candidacy

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. Professional references are not requested at this time.

WittKieffer is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by Monday, December 16, 2024.

Compensation and Benefit Information

Compensation range: $250,000 - $275,000

Benefits: The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package.

University of Colorado Denver is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty, and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication, and understanding.

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