Director of Veteran and Military Family Center 998937

THIS POSITION IS OPEN FOR CURRENT XAVIER UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES ONLY

This position serves as the department leader for Xavier’s Veteran and Military Family Center, supporting over 300 military-connected undergraduate and graduate students. The primary focus of this role is leading all student services and related daily operations to support our Veteran’s and military affiliated students- including academic support, co-curricular, career development, student engagement and wellness. This leadership position collaborates with admission, financial aid, student success and career development to ensure Xavier University is a National ‘destination’ Institution for military-connected students (as measured by academic standing, retention, persistence, and career outcome rates). The Director will support strategic development of recruiting efforts enabling Xavier University to be a distinct and uniquely veteran-friendly institution.

At the direction of the Vice President of Enrollment Management & Student Success, the Director will also lead external relations efforts that directly support the financial stability of the center; as well as alumni engagement.

To ensure consideration, qualified/interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and the names and contact information of three professional references on Xavier University's website by June 19, 2023 . Candidates are asked to include with their cover letter a brief statement on how they might support/contribute to Xavier’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

In light of the strong commitment to diversity, Xavier seeks a broad spectrum of candidates for this position that includes women and minorities. Xavier University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, skin color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

Benefits

Xavier University offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and employment class.

• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Tax advantaged accounts including health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care account.
• Financial security via life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.

External applicants will not be considered for this position.