The Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for an Assistant/ Associate Director of Programs for the Contemplative Commons. The Assistant/ Associate Director will provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to ensure the programs effectively meet the needs of the university community.\u 00 A 0 Key Responsibilities:\u 00 A 0 Programs & Operations\u 00 A 0 Lead the development, design, curation, and implementation of mission-aligned activities, programs, and ...
The Contemplative Sciences Center at the University of Virginia seeks applicants for an Assistant/Associate Director of Programs for the Contemplative Commons. The Assistant/Associate Director will provide leadership, supervision, and guidance to ensure the programs effectively meet the needs of the university community.\u00A0
Key Responsibilities:\u00A0
Programs & Operations\u00A0
Lead the development, design, curation, and implementation of mission-aligned activities, programs, and events led by the Contemplative Sciences Center (CSC). Spearhead strategic initiatives aligned with CSC and UVA objectives to enhance student life and engagement and animate the Contemplative Commons.\u00A0
Be a presence in the Contemplative Commons; work in the building, become deeply familiar with the building and its environment, remain curious about activities, events, and programs hosted in the building.\u00A0
Facilitate the integration of activities, programs, events, and services offered by partners within the University community at the Contemplative Commons.\u00A0
Facilitate the integration of activities, programs, events, and services offered by and for the broader Charlottesville & Albemarle County community at the Contemplative Commons.\u00A0
Collaborate with the Research Team to facilitate and implement a contemplative education-research program that promotes student flourishing.\u00A0
Work with the Operations Team to support daily operations, ensure studios, classrooms, event spaces, lounges, and specialized rooms are prepared for uses\u00A0
Management and Supervision\u00A0
Oversee a team of undergraduate and graduate student workers charged with daily operations and programmatic responsibilities at the Contemplative Commons. Provide guidance, support, and mentorship to ensure the smooth functioning of the facility and successful implementation of programs.\u00A0\u00A0
Hire, train, evaluate, and offer professional development opportunities for student workers to foster growth within their roles and prepare them for success post-graduation.\u00A0
Manage the pool of wage employees and vendors who provide contemplative programming in the Contemplative Commons and for the CSC, including hiring, scheduling, evaluating, and facilitating compensation.\u00A0
Establish clear expectations and objectives for student workers and wage employees/vendors to ensure alignment with the Contemplative Commons and CSC"s overall success.\u00A0
Clearly communicate goals, responsibilities, and performance metrics and provide regular feedback and support to student workers and wage employees/vendors.\u00A0
Represent the Program Team in collaboration with the Communications Team to develop marketing and communication standards, strategies, and practices to elevate the Commons as a differential space on Grounds.\u00A0\u00A0\u00A0
Collaborate with the Communications Team to implement a dynamic and engaging strategy both online and in-person for marketing of activities, programs, and events to the UVA community and with the broader Charlottesville and international community, as appropriate.\u00A0
Manage the budget and expenditures management for activities, programs, and events while ensuring financial transparency and accountability.\u00A0
Assess activities, programs, and events for efficacy, impact, and progress towards intended outcomes.\u00A0\u00A0
Utilize assessment and reporting to inform data-driven decision-making and develop short- and long-term strategies for programming, marketing, and team development.\u00A0
Assistant Director Minimum Qualifications:\u00A0\u00A0
Associate Director Minimum Qualifications:\u00A0
Preferred Experience:\u00A0
Preferred Experience: 3-5 years of work experience in a higher education environment specializing in student well-being or wellness programming.\u00A0
Desired Experience: 2 years of contemplative practice or training (e.g., yoga teacher training, mindfulness certification, established personal practice).\u00A0
Physical Demands:\u00A0\u00A0
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require attendance for meetings, programs, and events after hours.\u00A0
This position is In-Person located in Charlottesville, VA.\u00A0\u00A0
The anticipated start date is ASAP.\u00A0
This position is a restricted position and is dependent upon project need, availability of funding and performance.\u00A0\u00A0
Assistant Director Anticipated Hiring Range: $65,000 - $75,000 commensurate with education and experience.\u00A0\u00A0
Associate Director Anticipated Hiring Range: $80,000 - $85,000 commensurate with education and experience.\u00A0
This is an Exempt level, benefited position. For more information on the benefits at UVA, visit www.hr.virginia.edu/benefits.\u00A0\u00A0
This position will remain open until filled. Review of applicants will begin June 24, 2024.\u00A0
This position will not sponsor applicants for work visas.\u00A0\u00A0
The University will perform background checks on all new hires prior to employment.\u00A0\u00A0
External applicants please apply through our job board at https://jobs.virginia.edu/us/en/job/R0061860/Assistant-or-Associate-Director-of-Programs.\u00A0
Internal applicants must apply through their UVA Workday profile by searchinFind Jobs", and then search "R0061860". Complete an application online with the following documents:\u00A0
CV or Resume\u00A0
Cover letter\u00A0
Upload all materials into the resume submission field, multiple documents can be submitted into this one field. Alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF for submission. Applications that do not contain all required documents will not receive full consideration.\u00A0\u00A0
References will be completed via UVA\u2019s standardized process Skill Survey. A total of five references will be requested via SkillSurvey during the final phase of the interview process.\u00A0\u00A0
For questions about the application process, please contact Jon Freeman, Recruiting Specialist, at jf2sw@virginia.edu\u00A0\u00A0
For more information about UVA and the Charlottesville community please see http://www.virginia.edu/life/charlottesville and https://embarkcva.com/.\u00A0
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Master"s degree.
Experience: At least three years of experience. Additional experience can substitute for this Masters requirement.
Licensure: None
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is primarily a sedentary job involving extensive use of desktop computers. The job does occasionally require traveling some distance to attend meetings, and programs.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician\u2019s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.\u00A0 We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person"s perspectives and lived experiences.\u00A0 We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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