Shad E. Sorenson

Curriculum Vita

Contact Information

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Midway, UT 84663

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Education

Educational Leadership and Policy Ed.D, University of Utah, Salt Lake City UT, June 2006

Student Personnel/Human Resource Management MSS, Utah State University, Logan UT, June 1997

Business Management/Marketing BA, Utah Valley State College, Orem UT, May 1995

Hospitality Management AAS, Utah Valley Community College, Orem UT, May 1993

Teaching Experience

University Student Success Fall 1999-Fall 2015 Utah Valley University

Principles of Marketing Spring 1999 Utah Valley State College

Fundamentals of Marketing Fall 1998 Utah Valley State College

Human Resource Management Summer 1996 Utah Valley State College

Career Exploration - TA Fall 1996 - Spring 1997 Utah State University

Professional Experience

Chief Human Resources Officer/Ombuds

Park City School District, Park City, UT January 2021 – Present

Administers a comprehensive human resources program for the purpose of maintaining a well-qualified and diverse employee workforce.

Designs and directs the hiring, evaluation, professional development and termination processes for all certificated and/or classified district employees, in cooperation with the administrators/supervisors for the purpose of assuring consistency in the district and ensuring compliance with state and federal law and contractual provisions.

Develops/revises district policies and procedures for human resources for the school board’s consideration, for the purpose of assuring consistency in the district, and compliance with laws, regulations and collective bargaining agreements

Provides leadership and training in developing staff.

Administers the District’s collective bargaining agreements, from negotiations through managing the contract, interpreting contract language, processing grievances and supporting administrators in managing the collective bargaining agreements.

Collaborates with and advises the Superintendent and other Cabinet members, as a member of Cabinet, to ensure best practices in Human Resources leadership operations and management.

Protects confidentiality of records and information about staff, and uses discretion when sharing any such information within legal confines.

Superintendent of Schools

South Summit School District, Kamas, UT July 2014 – December 2020

Provides leadership, vision and direction as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the District.

Responsible for the effective instructional and business operations of the District, including keeping the Board of Education informed of the condition of the District’s education system so they can make informed decisions and facilitating effective communication between the Board and stakeholders.

Performs all the duties and accepts all of the responsibilities usually required of a Superintendent as prescribed by the education laws of the state of Utah, the rules and regulations of the Utah State Board of Education and Utah State Office of Education, laws and regulations of the United States, statutes of Utah, and the policies, rules, and regulations established by the Board of Education.

Dean of Students/Associate Vice-President for Student Life

Utah Valley University, Orem, UT June 2013-July 2015

Provided overall leadership and supervision to the Dean of Students Division, including: Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution, Accessibility (disability) Services, Campus Recreation and Wellness, Student Leadership and Involvement, Student Union, Volunteer and Service Learning, Health Services, Housing and Residence Life and the Wasatch Campus. The mission of the division is to provide a vibrant student community that embraces the cultivation of learning and development.

Facilitated the crisis management and emergency preparation coordination for Student Affairs with community leaders including Chief of Police, City Council and community service organizations.

Served as an ambassador for the University with alumni, parents, students, legislators and other community leaders.

Provided vision and direction for the division, including strategic planning, budgeting and accountability to facilitate learning and development in programming and services provided outside of the classroom.

Associate Vice-President for Student Support Services

Utah Valley University, Orem, UT May 2009 – June 2013

Provided leadership and supported the University’s commitment to an academic community dedicated to excellence in engaged learning, community engagement, university student experience and resource development and efficiencies.

Provided vision and leadership for the achievement of the Student Affairs strategic collaboration, service and innovative goals and initiatives.

Responsible for planning, supervision, evaluation and financial management for Wasatch Campus and Student Support Services including: Advisor Training & Development, Accessibility Services, Career Development Services, Institute for Professional Engagement, International Student Services, Multicultural Services, National Student Exchange, TRiO-Student Support Services, Testing and Assessment Services and Wasatch Campus.

Coordinated university and community committees in the areas of advisement leadership, K-16 initiatives, retention, diversity, community & government relations, extended education and other ad hoc committees to encourage and promote student success and retention.

Campus Administrator for Wasatch Campus (Assistant Vice-President)

Utah Valley University, Heber City, UT December 2006-May 2009

Formulated and directed administration of plans and programs for the Wasatch Campus, under the direction of the President and Vice Presidents for Academic and Student Affairs.

Collaborated with academic vice president and deans’ to plan, initiate and evaluate academic and life-long learning programs at the Wasatch Campus.

Administered fiscal, human resources and physical planning such as budgets, hiring, training, supervising personnel and building projects.

Developed and maintained professional relationships with representatives of business and industry, government, public education, community and college officials to promote campus objectives and policies.

Supervised the following services at the Wasatch Campus: prospective student services and enrollment marketing, career and academic counseling, library, testing services, IT, enrollment services, student life, facilities, campus relations and marketing, course scheduling, and administrative services.

Assistant Vice President Student Services, Advisement and Student Banner

Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT January 2005-December 2006

Directed all aspects of the Student Banner Module to facilitate the Strategic Enrollment Management objectives.

Supervised the following offices: Accessibility Services, Career and Academic Counseling, Student Success Center, Multicultural Center, Testing Services, Trio Services, and Advisor Training.

Director of Academic Advisor Training & Student Instant Information

Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT October 2001-January 2005

Directed all aspects of developing, implementing and evaluating the academic advisor training program.

Managed, trained and evaluated the performance of full-time and part-time academic counselors/trainers, Instant Info manager and peer advisors.

Chaired Advisement Forum with the responsibility to coordinate training and communication of policies, procedures and information to 200 plus UVSC faculty and staff.

Coordinated academic policies and procedures related to advising with executive administration, academic deans and advisors.

Wrote grants and secured funding resources for areas of responsibility.

Accessibility Services Director

Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT August 2000-October 2001

Directed the activities of the department in counseling students regarding education/disability accommodations applicable under Federal/State law, including but not limited to ADA Section 504 and Voc. Rehab. Act of 1973 amended.

Evaluated, hired, trained, and supervised the activities of professional counselors, coordinators, and support staff.

Managed the provision of services and accommodations for students with disabilities.

Developed, wrote, implemented, evaluated, and revised policies/procedures to ensure compliance of the Americans with Disabilities Act (1990), ADA Grievance Hearings, and ADA Complaint Investigations.

Established effective collaborative relationships with other student service departments, faculty, and off-campus agencies to assure comprehensive service delivery of activities that addressed individual needs of students with disabilities.

Coordinated, wrote, and managed grants.

Career and Academic Counseling Center Assistant Director

Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT August 1998 - August 2000

Advised prospective, new, and transfer students in aspects of academic programs.

Counseled students concerning academic performance, career exploration, and life planning.

Recruited prospective students at college fairs and high school recruitment activities.

Administered and interpreted career assessments and aptitude tests.

Represented office on numerous campus committees.

Chaired College Advisement Board and Steering Committee.

Assisted the director in the day-to-day office management functions.

Personal & Professional Development Program Specialist

Utah State University, Logan, UT September 1997-August 1998

Managed a small conference support team.

Collaborated with faculty, administrators, committees and program chairpersons in the potential funding, development, design, planning and execution of personal and professional development programs.

Designed and developed personal and professional development conference programs, including managing program budget and expenditures, developing marketing and promotion strategies to advertise programs and planned and arranged conference logistics.

Career Exploration Center and Financial Aid Graduate Assistantship

Utah State University, Logan, UT January 1996-June1997

Co-taught “Career Exploration 101"

Counseled students in academic planning, scheduling, and career and life planning issues, under the direction of the director.

Trained clients to use career exploration computer programs such as SIGI+ and GIS.

Instructed seminars, workshops, classes, and served as a teaching assistant.

Administered and interpreted career assessment tests.

Assisted students and office staff in the areas of scholarships, student loans, data verification, inputting of records, student employment, and work study.

Front Desk Manager

Olympia Park Hotel and Conference Center, Park City, UT November 1992-January 1996

Managed a 15-person front office staff with primary responsibility to recruit, select, train and motivate a premier customer service team. Additional responsibilities included:

Budgeting - responsible for meeting monthly and annual budget goals.

Sales and Marketing - assisted the S&M division by providing support for conferences.

Public Relations - responsible to provide all necessary details to insure comfortable and superior accommodations for the guest.

Voluntary Leadership

Community Service

Wasatch County Board Of Education – (January 2013-December 2016)

Heber Valley Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors – (2007-2014)

Wasatch Community Foundation Board of Directors (Education Chair) – (2008-2014)

Business Expansion and Retention Advisory Council – (2010-2012)

Midway Swiss Days Committee – (2006-Current)

Heber Valley 2020 Visioning Committee – (2007)

Chair of local arthritis drive – (1988)

Scout Master/youth group leader for young men and woman (2004-Current)

Community 4-H leader – (1988)

Merit badge counselor for Boy Scouts of America – (2000-Current)

Student Body President (94-95), Inter-Club Council President (93-94)

Utah Valley State College, Orem, UT April 1993 - May 1995

Recruited and Trained student leaders.

Administered student fees budgets of $100,000.00.

Chief Executive Officer for the Associated Students of Utah Valley State College.

Advised and Counseled other students in issues related to their education.

Member of the Board of Trustees, Presidents Council, Minority Council, Student Volunteer and several other campus boards.

Missionary Service

Canada Winnipeg Mission, August 1989-1991

Community Service working in the Manitoba Development Center, Salvation Army Christmas project, and other project for individual families.

Assisted the mission president through, supervision, training, and instructing missionary staff as his assistant.

Taught & Facilitated small group discussions.

Presentations Papers and Training Seminars

“Developing an Individualized Student Learning Community”

Developed curriculum and a training module for faculty to use in the classroom to assist students in organizing learning communities and long term academic plans.

“Developing and Implementing an Academic Advisor Training Program”

Developed/presented a presentation for the NACADA National Conference and Regional Conference outlining the step taken at UVSC to develop and implement a training program at UVSC. The program includes on-line and computer based training, personal training, small group seminars and an Advisement Forum.

“Advising Certification Programs – Would it Work?”

Presented at the UVSC Leadership conference to the Advisement Forum the possibilities and benefits of developing and implementing an advisor certification program at UVSC, according to the standards outlined by NACADA.

“Managing Change”

Developed an Advisor II Certification workshop for the American Student Association of Community College. The workshop included a discussion regarding organizational change theories and practical application exercises. The second part of the workshop focused on diversity and how to manage change for inclusion within the organization.

Academic Advising 101

Developed orientation and training sessions for academic advisors. The program consists of on-line interactive information and small group/individualized training.

Credit Options for Non-traditional Credit Programs

Co-presented by Shad Sorenson and Tom Borg. Developed by Cami McClure

Association for Conference Planners. Norfolk VA, 1997.

UVSC by Choice

Presented to potential UVSC students at over 30 Utah and Nevada high schools, 1998 &1999

Academic Standards

Presented the UVSC Academic Standards Workshop to students on academic probation and suspension. Workshop includes policy information, study skills, and campus resources.

What do I want to be when I grow UP?

A career exploration workshop to help students understand their Strong Interest Inventory and Myers Briggs assessment scores and how to research careers using CHOICES.

Outstanding Student Award and Scholarship

Presented the Outstanding Student Award and UVSC Scholarships to recipients at Payson and Layton High Schools.

International Student Orientation

Presented general advising information and standards policy to ESL classes and for the International Student orientation. I have also conducted the campus orientation for new UVSC students.

Administrative and Committee Assignments

* Opportunities Conference Planning Chair 2015-Current

* Summit County Behavioral Health Committee 2016- Current

*Utah School Superintendents Association Risk Management Committee 2014-Current

*Co-chair Academic Advisement Leadership Council 2005-2006 and 2009-2013

*Co-chair Global and Intercultural Advisory Council 2009-2013

*K-16 Alliance (Staff to Board) 2008-2014

* UV Professional Development Pillar of Distinction Exploration Committee 2005

* UHESA President, 2004-2005.

* Banner Conversion Student Module Team Lead 2002-2005.

* NASPA State Conference Planning Committee Chair 2002-2003.

* UVSC PACE President, 2003-2004.

* UVSC PACE Vice-president, 1999-2000.

* PACE Policy Review and Education/Service Committee’s liaison, 1999-2000.

* Chair UVSC Advisement Board and Steering Committee, 1999-2002.

* UVSC Institutional Effectiveness Council, 2000-2001.

* Vision for Tomorrow - Faculty/Staff Capital Campaign Fund Committee, 1999.

* Building the Legacy- Faculty/Staff Capital Campaign Fund Committee, 1998.

* Parents Night 2000 planning committee.

* UV START (Orientation Re-engineering) task force. Chair FUN START committee 1999-2000.

* Development team for the student recruitment video, AUVSC by Choice,@ 1999.

* UVSC Student Service=s Re-engineering Clusters A& B.

* USU Prof. Employee=s Association Personal & Professional Development Committee Chair, 1998-2000.

* National Board Member of American Student Assoc. of Community Colleges, 1994-95

* Vice President Student Alumni Representative, 1992-93

* Chairperson for a Career Luncheon for Alumni & Students, 1992-93.

Publications, Recognition, Honors, Awards, Citations and Certifications

*Sorenson, S., McClellan, J., Moser, C., Tibbitts, P., & Wattereus, J. (2006). New advisor training at Utah Valley State College. In: The New Advisor Guidebook: Mastering the Art of Academic Advising Through the First Year and Beyond. Monograph Series, no 16. Manhattan, KS: National Academic Advising Association.

*New Advisor Training Program Publicized in the NACADA Training Monograph 2003

* Sorenson, S. E. (2006) A Monitoring System to Achieve Greater Racial/Ethnic Diversity and Academic Success for students of Color. Unpublished doctoral dissertation, University of Utah.

*UVU Board of Trustee’s Award of Excellence 2010

*IT Project + Course Completion Certificate – New Horizons March 2004

*UVSC VP Award of Excellence for Excellence

*UVSC Adjunct Teacher of the Year (Learning Enrichment), 2000.

*National DEX Marketing Competition, third place, 1993.

Research Interests

* Personalized Learning * Professional Learning Committees

* Educational Leadership and Administration * Orientation for Staff and Students

* The K-20 Experience * Creative Problem Solving

* Student Development and Leadership * Human and Consumer Relations

* Academic Advising and Career Counseling * Learning Styles

* Personnel Training and Development

* Symposium & Conference Planning

Conferences and Workshops Attended

* National Academic Advisement Association (National, Regional and Institutes)

* National Conference for Race and Ethnicity

* Implementing a Strategic Driven One Stop Student Service

* National Association of Student Personnel Administrators (National, Regional and State)

* SCT National Conferences

* National Association Career & Academic Directors Association

* National Orientation Directors Association

* National Association for Higher Education And Disabilities

* Utah Advising and Orientation

* Becoming a Master Student Instructor Training sponsored by Houghton Mifflin

* Meeting the Challenge of Student Retention

* Transfer Advising Conference

* National Student Advocacy Conference

Hobbies and Interests

Family Activities Swimming

Biking Travel & Food

Reading Camping

Yard Work Theater

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