Vice President for Student Affairs amp Dean of Students

Vice President for Student Affairs & Dean of Students

Location : Milton, MA, United States

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Posted on : Jan 26, 2023

About the Institution : Founded in 1879, MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW . is a private, four-year, liberal arts-based institution in Milton, Massachusetts.

The mission is to educate and graduate students prepared to engage in successful careers and active citizenship with a global perspective.

Diversity and a culture of equity and inclusion among students, faculty, and staff are crucial to the mission statement of MEMBERS ONLY SIGN UP NOW .

Job Description :

The Vice President of Student Affairs is responsible for the overall management, planning, administration, and evaluation of the Division's programs, services, personnel, policies, procedures, and budget.

The VPSA plays a principal role in setting and enacting College priorities affecting student affairs and works collaboratively across divisions with senior leaders, faculty, and staff in support of co-curricular programs and activities that advance student learning and development.

Essential Functions :

• Leadership and Administrative Responsibilities :
• Provide leadership in the creation and execution of policies and protocols relating to all areas within Student Affairs.
• Develop strategy and implement plans for incorporating learning outcomes into divisional programming and services.
• Create and maintain close, collaborative partnerships with departments external to Student Affairs as well as with faculty and academic administrators.
• Conduct regular assessments, including systematic assessment of student interests and needs, to determine programmatic strengths and weaknesses.
• Engage with faculty, parents, executive-level administrators, and other campus stakeholders on matters related to the welfare of students.
• Staff Recruitment, Selection, Evaluation and Professional Development :
• Overall responsibility for the recruitment and selection, hiring, supervision, in-service education, and evaluation of all Student Affairs staff.
• Design and implement professional development and evaluation plans for all professional employees.
• Resource Management :
• Prepare the budget and operate within annual budget allocations of all related units.
• Oversee the development and administration of unit budgets, ensuring that expenses are consistent with the priorities reflected in the Division's strategic initiatives.

Requirements :

• An advanced degree in higher education or related field.
• Minimum 8-10 years experience in student affairs leadership.
• Demonstrated success working collaboratively with campus partners.
• Ability to effectively mentor, supervise and support staff.
• Demonstrated conflict management and dispute resolution competencies.

Application Instructions :

Please apply online at for consideration. Interested applicants must submit the following :

• a cover letter;
• a resume;
• a list of three professional references, one of which must be a former or current supervisor, including complete contact information and professional titles.

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