Vice President for Student Development

Description

The Vice President for Student Development (VPSD) provides the vision, strategy, and leadership required to ensure Keuka College students achieve excellent outcomes. The VPSD focuses on success across all outcome areas, including personal development, wellness, persistence, retention, and graduation rates. The VPSD serves as the Chief Retention Officer at the College and works collaboratively with the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Vice President for Enrollment Management, and other senior leaders of the College to create a campus culture that promotes student success, a safe and welcoming campus environment for our diverse student body, as well as a sense of community among the student body. The VPSD plays a critical role in guiding Keuka College towards the goals established in the strategic plan. The VPSD is specifically responsible for the overall strategic direction, leadership, administration, and management of the Division of Student Development including:

Student Life: residential life, student activities, student organizations, student conduct and compliance, inclusion & belonging, new and transfer student orientation, and Student Senate. 

Athletics & Recreation: all aspects of college athletic and recreation programs including hiring coaches, scheduling, budget preparation, promotion, compliance, and facility management. 

Higher Education Opportunity Program: ensure compliance with NYS HEOP RFP, provide all contracted services, support, and monitor student progress from recruitment to graduation, budget oversight, assess program effectiveness, submit required reports to NYSED/HEOP.

Student Accessibility: oversight to ensure appropriate and timely academic, dietary, and housing modifications are determined based on the student’s individual needs.

Health and Counseling: oversight to ensure assessment and treatment of emergency health and emotional concerns.

Student-Facing Auxiliary Services: oversight of relationships and services provided by campus safety, dining services and vending, and bookstore vendors in consultation with the VP for Finance and Administration.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Participate in College governance as a member of the President’s Executive Cabinet and assist the President in decision-making regarding co-curricular activities and implementing  policies for Student Development. 
• Oversee the Student Development budget and the use of Student Development facilities including residence halls, Dahlstrom Student Center, and  athletics/recreation venues.
• Responsible for monitoring, tracking, and reporting student retention data and trends, as well as overseeing campus-wide efforts to improve persistence and retention.
• Ensure compliance with all College, federal, state, and oversight organizations (e.g., NCAA, HEOP/NYSED, US Department of Education) laws, regulations, and policies.
• Represent the College and the President at public events that deal with student matters. 
• Attend provided/necessary training and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.

Essential Employee Designation:

This position has been designated as essential at Keuka College. This means that, in the event of significant incidents or major events, you may be required to be on-site or take a leadership role in supporting your respective area to ensure our operations continue smoothly.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular evening and weekend hours, including crisis response.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Employee Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Financial assistance for educational expenses, enabling professional growth and development.
• Protection for you and your loved ones with employer-sponsored life insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off including holidays and sick leave to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement benefits eligible on the 1st day of employment and matching contributions after 6 months of employment
• Access to confidential counseling and support services for mental health and personal matters through the Employee Assistance Program

Requirements

• Master’s degree in higher education administration, educational leadership, social work, or a related field required. Doctorate degree is preferred.
• Ten years of progressive management experience in higher education required.  
• Previous leadership experience with an emphasis on Student Development and retention initiati