Posting Details

Posting Summary

Classification Title
Associate Vice President

Classification Code
UC61

Pay Grade
0

Subject to Drug/Alcohol Testing Guidelines
No

Subject to Credit Check
No

Internal Title
Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

Department
Student Affairs

Position Type
POTH - Slotted Other

Full or Part Time
Full-Time

Basis
12 mo.

Hours per week
37.5 hours per week

Normal Work Schedule
M-TH 8:00AM-5:00PM; F 8:00AM-12:30PM

Job Details

Reporting to the Vice President of Student Affairs (VPSA), the AVP is a member of the Student Affairs Leadership Team and has major responsibility for the overall direction and management of the programs and services under their leadership.

How to Apply: Interested candidates may apply online at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/122601. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume and list of three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Required: Master's degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 8-10 years of work experience, including progressively responsible positions within an educational setting and significant management experience in student affairs or a similar setting. Proven experience in developing leaders, supervising teams, and managing budgets in a complex environment is essential.

Preferred: Doctorate Degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Duties include, but are not limited to:
• Provide visionary leadership, supervision and strategic direction for a comprehensive suite of student affairs services, programs, and initiatives aimed at promoting student success. Ensure these services contribute to a healthy campus community.
• Provide administrative and budgetary oversight as well as overall supervision, training, and accountability for the departments in their portfolio. Ensure funding model for portfolio aligns with goals, advocate for additional funding as needed, and utilize assessment data to make appropriate increases and/or reductions across areas within portfolio.
• Develop, implement, and assess policies and procedures, comprehensive programs and services that address the needs of the campus community. Foster innovation in the student experience, promoting data-driven strategies, ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with institutional goals. Ensure efficient allocation of resources, financial accountability, and alignment with strategic priorities.
• Establish and maintain effective communication channels with internal and external stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and community partners. Foster collaborative relationships to support student success and well-being, and represent the university in various forums to advocate for student needs and institutional priorities.
• Act as a thought leader in the areas of student transitions and support, leadership, engagement, fraternity and sorority life, and career development interpreting and upholding federal, state, and university policies. Advocate for student needs and promote student success.

Associate Vice President (UC61/61122519/FTE-S01194P), full-time position with benefits. Salary will be commensurate with education, training and experience. Normal work hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Must be flexible to meet the special scheduling needs of the university.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree in a relevant field and have a minimum of 8-10 years of work experience, including progressively responsible positions within an educational setting and significant management experience in student affairs or a similar setting. Proven experience in developing leaders, supervising teams, and managing budgets in a complex environment is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctorate Degree in a relevant field is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

An in-depth understanding of student development, leadership principles and fiscal management. Understanding of the dynamics within a college/university setting; knowledge of student needs; strong project management and problem-solving skills; ability to organize material, analyze data, and prepare reports and recommendations; excellent interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships, with a commitment to work as part of a university-wide community; demonstrated commitment to fostering a collaborative and respectful campus environment.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
FTE-S01194P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
01/06/2027

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
09/09/2026

Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/122601

Job Duties