Vice Chancellor – Student Affairs & Engagement University of California, Merced | Merced, California The University of California (UC) Merced, the youngest campus in the world-renowned University of California system, seeks an experienced and collaborative leader to serve as their next Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Engagement (VCSAE). The Vice Chancellor of Student Affairs and Engagement is the chief student affairs officer and provides executive leadership and accountability for overseeing the student experience at UC Merced. Reporting directly to the Chancellor, the VCSAE is responsible for undergraduate post-baccalaureate opportunities and overall campus initiatives to improve the quality of student life and experiences at UC, Merced. The VCSAE works closely with the Vice Chancellor of Enrollment Management, the Dean of Undergraduate Education, the Dean of Graduate Education, and the deans of the various schools to advance recruitment, retention, and success of all students at UC, Merced. They are a member of the Chancellor’s executive cabinet of advisors and a member of the University of California Senior Management Group. In the latter role, the VCSAE represents the campus’ student affairs interests at system-wide meetings. The VCSAE is responsible for the development, assessment and improvement of services that meet and support the needs of students and the University’s mission. The VCSAE analyzes issues, with the cooperation and collaboration of students, faculty, and staff, and identifies creative and innovative initiatives that result in a living and learning environment that fosters the intellectual, psychological, social, cultural, ethical and career development of a diverse student body at UC, Merced. In addition, they ensure that the student experience includes a wide range of internship options with industry and state and federal government agencies, as well as opportunities for students to participate in undergraduate research and service-learning programs.The VCSAE serves as Chief Officer responsible for student conduct and discipline matters and is also has responsibility for coordination with schools, extramural agencies, the public and campus offices, and the Academic Senate on student affairs matters. Additionally, the VCSAE oversees student housing and dining, intercollegiate athletics and recreation, extended education, a wide range of student support services, and others to be developed. With an operating budget of approximately $70M the VCSAE oversees approximately 715 contract and career employees.Please submit inquiries, nominations, referrals, and applications below. Electronic submission of materials is required.Lindsay Gold is leading this search with Drew Nichols.UC Merced is an EEO/AA/Vet/Disability/Minority Employer. APPLY NOMINATE contact Drew Nichols