Mary Baldwin University Staunton, Virginia Position Prospectus Chief Operations Officer Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership March 2018 Mary Baldwin University invites nominations and applications for the position of Chief Operations Officer for the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership (VWIL), a premiere leadership development program. Review of applications will begin immediately, and the position will remain open until filled. Official posting can be viewed at http://www.marybaldwin.edu/business_and_finance/employment. Mary Baldwin University (MBU) Overview Mary Baldwin University (MBU) is a deliberately small, private, coeducational university enrolling 1,761 undergraduate and graduate students. Located in the beautiful Shenandoah Valley, the main campus sits on 58 hilltop acres in downtown Staunton, Virginia and enrolls about 800 undergraduate residential students. A radical belief in student potential and in the transformative power of the liberal arts and sciences has guided Mary Baldwin University since its founding as Augusta Female Seminary in 1842. Mary Baldwin’s history began with founder Rufus Bailey and what was then a revolutionary idea: that women, like men, should be well educated. A generation later, namesake Mary Julia Baldwin took the reins during the Civil War; afterward her cutting-edge innovations made the institution thrive. This history continues today with students who dare to make a difference, engage in service to their communities, and boldly initiate change in our neighborhood and around the world. Augusta Female Seminary was renamed Mary Baldwin Seminary in 1895 in honor of Miss Baldwin, and became Mary Baldwin College in 1923. On August 31, 2016, the institution became Mary Baldwin University to reflect its growing range of bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs. Although much has evolved on campus since its early days in the mid- 1800s, including the addition of men in some of our programs, MBU continues to thrive as one of the finest residential colleges for women in the nation and a leader in personalized, transforming education. It is a pivotal and exciting time in the distinguished 175-year history of Mary Baldwin University. Since the founding of the seminary in 1842, the University has remained steadfastly committed to its mission of enriching lives through the power of empowering leaders to build lives of purpose and prosperity. At the same time the University has demonstrated the courage and will to innovate as the world changes around it. Imbued with an entrepreneurial spirit, the University has repeatedly introduced new methods and programs at the forward edge of educational trends and societal needs. Emphasizing global leadership and citizenship, MBU is noted for high academic standards, strong leadership development programs, a diverse student body, and innovative programs including the Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership. Mary Baldwin continues to educate both women and men and is one of the most diverse private universities in the country. Staunton is conveniently located in the beautiful historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Known for its historic architecture and charming downtown, it is home to a vibrant arts and music scene and offers a range of excellent dining, wine bars, and micro-breweries. With five National Historic Districts, Staunton is easily explored by foot. Its compact downtown features over one hundred unique shops, art galleries and restaurants. The City of Staunton was founded in 1747. The City is the birthplace of President Woodrow Wilson, and the city manager form of government. At the crossroads of Virginia, Staunton is a transportation hub with advanced rail, highway, and air access. The City is fortunate to have a superior telecommunications infrastructure with fiber, DSL and dial-up internet capabilities and several competing local, long distance, and cellular/digital phone providers. The City lies at the heart of Virginia’s Education and Technology Corridor with nine colleges and universities regionally, and a “Blue Ribbon” local school system. Advanced health care facilities include Augusta Health. Staunton is within Augusta County which hosts corporate residents including Best Buy, Specialty Blades, Bruin, U.S.A., McKee Foods, Hershey Chocolate, Target Distribution Center and a host of other fine companies. Opportunities to explore the arts and culture abound in Staunton. Located very near the Mary Baldwin campus are the Blackfriars Playhouse, the only replica of Shakespeare’s indoor theater, and the Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library. The Heifetz International Music Institute makes its home at Mary Baldwin University each summer; along with the Staunton Music Festival, music lovers can fill the summer months with performances of superior quality. The community supports a thriving farmers’ market and excellent restaurants. Within 35 minutes of Staunton, there are 11 colleges and universities, all hosting educational and cultural events throughout the year. The Shenandoah Valley with the adjacent Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains offer scenic beauty and abundant opportunity for outdoor activities. The region features Shenandoah National Park, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the George Washington National Forest, includes over 100 miles of the Appalachian Trail, and offers numerous other hiking and biking trails, spectacular caverns, trout fishing in mountain streams, golf, kayaking, and skiing. Vineyards and wineries abound in the region along with a growing range of other agribusiness. The Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership (VWIL) premier leadership development program integrated into MBU’s baccalaureate degree program The Virginia Women’s Institute for Leadership at Mary Baldwin University provides an unparalleled opportunity for young women to develop the skills, discipline, knowledge, and character they need to succeed as principled, contributing citizens and leaders in their communities and chosen careers, whether civilian or military. Its design incorporates military structure, participation in ROTC (regardless of intent to commission), practice of collaborative civilian leadership styles, academic study of leadership, physical training, extracurricular workshops and seminars, and a leadership challenge program. VWIL is the only all-female corps of cadets in the nation, and perhaps in the world. Its Regimental System and the ROTC program provide extensive training in leadership and experience in a hierarchical organization that stresses the chain of command, accountability, and adherence to clear standards of performance. ROTC for all service branches is provided through a partnership with active-duty ROTC units headquartered at the Virginia Military Institute, giving students a coeducational military experience that complements the single- gender VWIL Corps of Cadets. Physical training (PT) is conducted on the MBU campus by ROTC instructors. ROTC courses are taught both at MBU and at VMI. Freshmen are required to take part in all ROTC classes and events scheduled throughout the academic year. At the end of the sophomore year, approximately 50% of cadets have the opportunity to continue on a commissioning track. Juniors and seniors who are contracted or seeking a military officer contract continue to participate in all ROTC activities while others transition to VWIL’s citizen leader development track preparing leaders for public and private civilian occupations. VWIL is actively involved with the Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force ROTC departments on the selection of cadets competing for commissioning in Reserve, National Guard, and Active Duty. Additionally, VWIL cadets may compete for Coast Guard commissioning opportunities through CSPI and DCCS. VWIL’s Class System allows students to learn the more collaborative leadership styles more prevalent in the civilian sector. The Class System is structured as a series of committees that are responsible for student conduct, academics, spirit and morale, and planning and implementing the first-year experience for freshmen and upper class cadets. Further supporting the development of a broad-based leadership toolkit is the fact that VWIL is an integral part of MBU’s Residential University for Women. Cadets are encouraged and rewarded for their involvement in the broader life of the university beyond VWIL through student government, varsity sports, and clubs and organizations. MBU’s Honor System, legacy of strong student governance, commitment to inclusive excellence, and emphasis on civic and global engagement complement VWIL’s governing standards for truth, duty, and honor. The VWIL color guard has a growing public presence, is in demand for ceremonial occasions throughout the region, and has presented colors at many nationally significant events, including presenting for President George W. Bush and his cabinet at the Ronald Reagan Trade Center in Washington, D.C. The entire Corps participates in parades in New York, Richmond, Staunton, Lexington, and Roanoke. VWIL currently comprises about 100 cadets, approximately one-seventh of the student body of MBU’s Residential University for Women. Since its first graduating class in 1999, VWIL has graduated over 400 young women and commissioned 140+ in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard. The Chief Operations Officer will have the opportunity to help create the next thriving chapter of this exceptional program as we as we welcome our 23rd incoming class in Fall 2018. As MBU looks to its future, it seeks to