Director of Unitas and Community Enrichment

Location: Villanova

Posting Number: S

Position Title:

Director of Unitas and Community Enrichment Position Type:
Staff

Location:

Villanova, PA Recruitment Type:
Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule:

full-time/12-months Avg Hours Week Department: 242-Law School Administration

Position Summary:

The Director of Unitas and Community Enrichment is responsible for strengthening and advancing the Charles Widger School of Law's institutional commitment to fostering an inclusive, values-driven academic community. Serving as a strategic leader and campus partner, the Director will guide, implement, and assess initiatives that promote belonging, equity, mutual respect, and community engagement across the Law School.

The Director works collaboratively with senior leadership, including the Vice Dean; the faculty and staff Unitas Committee; students; and University partners to establish and execute a strategic vision that embeds Unitas values into all aspects of the Law School's culture, operations, and educational mission. The Director actively engages with students, faculty, staff, and administrators and provides regular reports to the Vice Dean regarding the progress, effectiveness, and impact of Unitas initiatives.

The Director is charged with cultivating a law school community that is enlightened, compassionate, culturally competent, professionally skilled, and socially responsible.

Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University's mission and values.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Program Development

* In partnership with the Vice Dean and the Unitas Committee, develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan aimed at fostering inclusivity, belonging, and community engagement within the Law School.

* Support the recruitment, retention, and success of students, faculty, and staff from all backgrounds, with particular attention to individuals from historically underrepresented groups.

* Promote an inclusive academic and work environment that values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences while encouraging respectful dialogue and intellectual rigor.

Training, Education, and Programming

* Design and deliver trainings for students, faculty, and staff that advance cultural competence, mutual respect, and awareness of equity-related issues within legal education and the profession.

* Develop and oversee academic programming, workshops, and speaker series that reinforce the Law School's commitment to generosity, respect, and equitable treatment regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, or socio-economic background.

* Lead and coordinate Unitas-related educational initiatives and community-strengthening programs that enhance engagement, dialogue, and shared values across the Law School community.

Student and Community Engagement

* Serve as a strategic advisor and partner to student affinity and identity-based organizations, supporting leadership development, program planning, and organizational sustainability.

* Provide ongoing coaching, guidance, and institutional support to student leaders to ensure effective programming and alignment with Unitas values.

* Act as a central liaison on matters related to community climate, facilitating communication and collaboration among students, faculty, staff, student organizations, and Law School leadership.

Collaboration and Institutional Partnerships

* Partner with the Office of Career Strategy and Advancement to develop and support Unitas-related employment initiatives and to improve equitable career outcomes for students.

* Collaborate with the Admissions team to strengthen outreach, application rates, and yield across diverse populations.

* Work with the Alumni and Development Office to identify and secure philanthropic support for Unitas initiatives and programming.

* Assist in developing and maintaining Unitas-related content for the Law School website, publications, and official communications.

* Coordinate with the University Vice President for Unitas and Community…