Vice President of Student Affairs

1 week ago

Salisbury, Maryland, United States Maryland Connect Full time $195,000 - $225,000

Job Posting:

JR101510 Vice President of Student Affairs (Open)

Department:

President's Office, PM

Position Type:

Regular

Open Date:

Close Date:

$195,000 - $225,000

Job Description:

Job Summary

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.

Authority and Accountability
The Vice President of Student Affairs reports directly to the President and oversees six direct reports across a range of student-focused services, including Housing and Residence Life, the Counseling Center, Student Health Services, Career Services, the Center for Student Involvement and Leadership (CSIL), the Office of Student Accountability and Community Standards, the Guerrieri Student Union, and TRIO Student Support Services. Five of these positions are at the Director level, providing leadership across key functional areas within the division. The VPSA is also responsible for all financial operations within the Division of Student Affairs, ensuring effective budget management, resource allocation, and fiscal accountability across all programs and services.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

  • 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • 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.

Please ensure that all required application materials are included when applying. Applicants should submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references.

If you experience any technical issues with the application system or encounter difficulties uploading your documents, please contact Jaime Parker at for assistance.

Additional Job Information:

The position is a full-time, exempt state role with comprehensive benefits.

Priority will be given to applicants who apply by December 12, 2025. However, the position will remain open until filled.

Please note, only applications submitted through Salisbury University's Online Employment Application System will be considered. Any supporting documents must be uploaded with the online application, as documents sent via email will not be accepted. Additionally, three professional references will be required during the final stages of the hiring process. Candidates will be notified prior to their references being contacted.

Diversity and inclusion are core values of Salisbury University. We strive to create a truly diverse and inclusive environment where the richness of ideas, backgrounds, and perspectives of our community is harnessed to create value for our institution, today and in the future.  To this end, the University recruits exceptional and diverse faculty, staff, and students from across Maryland, the United States, and around the world, supporting all members of the University community as they work together to achieve institutional goals and vision. To learn more about the University's commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus, please visit 

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