Vice President of Student Affairs

Maryland Connect•Salisbury, MD

58d•$195,000 - $225,000

About The Position

Reporting directly to the President, the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA) provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for a comprehensive portfolio of student-focused programs and services. The VPSA serves as a visible and engaged leader on campus, championing initiatives that enhance student leadership, engagement, and retention, including nearly 120 registered student organizations, fraternity and sorority life, and experiential learning opportunities. In this role, the VPSA guides divisional planning, assessment, and policy development, leads crisis response efforts, and represents the Division of Student Affairs in key institutional initiatives and inclusive student programming. This position plays a critical role in shaping the student experience and advancing the University's mission of fostering a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive campus community. The Position Profile for the Vice President of Student Affairs can be viewed at this link. Please review the Position Profile in its entirety prior to applying for additional information on the role, qualifications, procedure for candidacy, and overview of Salisbury University.

Requirements

A master's degree in higher education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
Ten years of progressively responsible leadership experience in Student Affairs or a closely related area, with three years in a senior leadership or cabinet-level role.
Demonstrated success in strategic planning, budget management, personnel supervision, and assessment of student-centered programs and services.
Proven experience navigating and responding to complex student issues, crises, and campus climate matters with sensitivity, clarity, and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

An earned doctorate in higher education, Student Affairs, or a related field.
A deep understanding of trends, challenges, and opportunities in higher education and student development, particularly in public regional comprehensive universities.
A strong record of cross-divisional collaboration and partnership across diverse institutional areas.
Demonstrated ability to advocate for students and Student Affairs at the executive level and to communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders, including students, families, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.

Responsibilities

Provides strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for a comprehensive portfolio of student-focused programs and services.
Champions initiatives that enhance student leadership, engagement, and retention.
Guides divisional planning, assessment, and policy development.
Leads crisis response efforts.
Represents the Division of Student Affairs in key institutional initiatives and inclusive student programming.
Oversees six direct reports across a range of student-focused services.
Responsible for all financial operations within the Division of Student Affairs.