Associate Vice President for Student Affairs Dean of Students

Position Classification:

Regular full-time salaried exempt and benefit-eligible staff position. For more benefit information visitWhy Work at UCO

General Schedule:

Position typically works Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm in-office at UCOs main campus in Edmond Oklahomasome nights and weekends may be required.

Position Overview:

The Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students (AVP/SA)will serve as a key member of the Universitys leadership team providing vision direction and executive oversight for a comprehensive range of student affairs programs and services. Reporting directly to theVice President for Enrollment and Student Success the AVP/SA advances the Universitys mission by fostering a student-centered environment that supports holistic development wellness engagement and success.

This position plays a pivotal role instrategic planning policy development and operational leadershipacross multiple departments ensuring excellence in student experience and retention and alignment with institutional goals. The AVP/SA also serves as theDean of Students providing visible leadership and advocacy for students shaping a campus culture grounded in belonging integrity and well-being.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic and Operational Leadership

• Provide vision and direction for key areas withinStudent Affairs including:

  • Student Engagement

  • Wellness Center

  • Center for Counseling and Well-Being

  • Disability Support Services

  • Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution

• Partner with theVice President for Enrollment and Student Successto develop implement and assess divisional strategies goals and key performance indicators.

• Lead the planning coordination and evaluation of comprehensive programs that enhance students physical emotional and psychological well-being.

• Manage operational effectiveness and oversee fiscal planning including administration ofStudent Activity Fee fundsand budgets for assigned departments.

• Provide support and guidance & vision for the Wellness Center facilities including theUCO Boathouse at Arcadia Lake.

Student Advocacy and Campus Engagement

• Serve asDean of Students acting as a visible and accessible advocate for students and a resource for addressing student concerns and needs.

• Coordinate theBehavioral Assessment Team (BAT)and ensure effective response to student crises and emergencies.

• Serve as liaison to theStudent Government Association (UCOSA)in collaboration with the VP for ESS.

• Promote student leadership engagement and community-building through intentional programming and partnerships.

Collaboration and Partnerships

• Build and sustaincollaborative relationshipswith faculty staff and campus partners to support student success initiatives.

• Develop strategic partnerships withlocal colleges universities agencies and health providersto enhance wellness and support networks.

• Represent the Division and University to internal and external constituencies reinforcing UCOs commitment to student success and well-being.

Executive Leadership

• Provide counsel and delegated authority to act on behalf of theVice President for Enrollment and Student Successwhen appropriate.

• Review reports evaluate program performance and recommend improvements or policy changes.

• Appoint and supervise department directors and managers ensuring professional growth and accountability.

Required Qualifications

• Masters degreein a related field from an accredited university.

• Seven plus (7) yearsof progressive administrative experience in higher education.

• Proven leadership instudent affairs administration including program development assessment and financial management.

• Demonstrated ability to lead collaboratively uphold ethical standards and model professionalism civility and integrity.

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to evaluate operations assess outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a related field from an accredited institution.

• Demonstrated leadership experience overseeing one or more of the functional areas listed above.

• Knowledge of emerging issues and trends in higher education and student affairs.

• Proven ability to usedata-driven decision-makingand assessment to guide planning and policy.

• Experience incrisis management emergency responseand student behavioral intervention.

• Strong understanding of the impact student affairs has on student development retention and graduation.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Exceptional leadership organizational and project management skills.

• Excellentoral written and interpersonal communicationabilities.

• Strong background instrategic planning organizational developmentandfinancial management.

• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively across a diverse academic community and to build collaborative partnerships.

• Deep understanding of student development theory wellness and engagement best practices.

• Ability to analyze data interpret trends and develop responsive institutional strategies.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations will be made in accordance with ADA requirements to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.