College Vice President assists the College President in overseeing a single campus or institution. Works closely with academic deans to plan, implement, and coordinate the educational programs of the college. Being a College Vice President requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to college president. The College Vice President manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
WHITMAN COLLEGE
Located in the historic community of Walla Walla, Whitman’s vibrant and beautiful tree-lined campus is home to an intellectually diverse, dynamic, welcoming and supportive community of some 500 staff and faculty serving approximately 1,500 students from the local region and across the globe. With exceptional students, accomplished faculty and staff, and a fiercely loyal and growing number of engaged alumni, Whitman College continues to build on its national reputation for academic excellence as one of the top liberal arts colleges in the country.
Whitman College is cultivating a community built on inclusion and belonging. We recognize the value of those who can offer historically underrepresented perspectives and encourage applications from those whose background, knowledge, and insights from lived experience can add to the college’s working and learning environment. Whitman College is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer (EEO).
POSITION PURPOSE
The Assistant Vice President for Wellness (AVPW) is a strategic and visionary leader in the areas of campus health, wellness, education, and prevention for students and the overall well-being of the entire campus community. While the primary responsibility is for student health, well-being, thriving, and flourishing, there are public health issues that affect the entire campus that the AVPW will have some involvement with. The AVPW is a member of the Student Life Leadership Team (Dean’s Council), and reports directly to the Vice President of Student Life and Dean of Students. Areas of immediate responsibility are: The Counselling Center, Health Center and Community Health Education, and Sexual Violence Prevention. The AVPW also works closely with community health entities in the city of Walla Walla and the region in areas relevant to campus health. The AVPW shares with other Student Affairs leaders the general responsibility of supporting the educational aims of the College and assisting students in their efforts to make full use of the opportunities available to them at the College. The AVPW will lead health and wellbeing efforts that are attentive to the needs of a diverse student body and take into account culturally responsive practices to ensure that barriers to access to health and wellbeing services are lowered. Whitman College is committed to the thriving and flourishing of all of its students, staff, and faculty and the ability to work effectively in such an environment is crucial to this position. The AVPW supervises the Director of the Counseling Center, the Director of the Health Center, and the Assistant Director of Community Health Education and Sexual Violence Prevention. The AVPW is responsible for strategic planning, assessment, and implementation of the most promising practices in college health and wellness. The AVPW will ensure that the Health and Wellness division is complying with all administrative protocols and clinical activities in accordance with professional ethical principles and professional practices. The AVPW keeps up with current trends in college health and wellbeing and identifies campus health and wellness needs and provides maximum access and services within staffing and budgetary limits. The AVPW serves as a resource to faculty, professional staff, and students for health and wellbeing.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Must be able to explain and/or demonstrate possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to safely perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Specifically,
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Please note that while the description details both required and preferred qualifications, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications and have passion for the work, you are encouraged to apply.
BENEFITS
Whitman College offers a competitive benefits program that is designed to attract qualified candidates and retain talented employees. Full-time employees enjoy the following benefits:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurances.
Basic life, accidental death and dismemberment and long term disability insurances with the capability to elect additional voluntary coverage.
403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with a 10% matching contribution after eligibility requirements are met.
Paid Time Off: 20 accrued vacation days, 12 accrued sick days, 13 paid holidays.
Tuition Remission – Dependent Children
Employee tuition waiver for one Whitman course per semester.
Employee Assistance Program
Learn more about benefits eligibility here.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION FOR JOB CANDIDATES
Contact Human Resources regarding requests for disability accommodation in the employment application process.
APPLICATION REVIEW
Application review will begin February 29, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.
START DATE
August 1, 2024.