Associate Vice President Moab

Utah State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Vice President (AVP) of Utah State University Moab. Located in Moab Utah USU Moab is part of the statewide system of Utah State University and delivers certificate associate bachelors masters and doctoral degrees in a region known for innovation entrepreneurship and natural resource stewardship.

The Associate Vice President reports to the Deputy Vice President for Statewide Residential Campuses and serves on the Statewide Campus Administrative Council. This is a senior leadership position responsible for advancing enrollment growth strengthening workforce alignment and expanding community partnerships across Grand County and the surrounding region.

USU Moab is positioned to serve as a catalyst for economic vitality in southeastern Utah. The next AVP will lead with a clear focus on:

• Sustainable enrollment growth
• Academic programming aligned with regional workforce needs
• Strong collaboration with school districts local governments community leaders and industry partners

The successful candidate will bring executive-level leadership experience and a record of driving measurable results. The AVP must understand how to grow programs strategically build community trust and align academic offerings with regional opportunity. This leader will represent the campus effectively within the broader university system while advocating for the unique needs of a comprehensive regional campus.

The Associate Vice President will:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan focused on enrollment access and regional impact
• Strengthen recruitment concurrent enrollment and transfer pathways
• Expand workforce certificates applied programs and community-based learning opportunities
• Advance teaching research and student-centered support services
• Cultivate alumni donor and legislative relationships
• Secure external funding and philanthropic support
• Foster a campus culture grounded in collaboration accountability and student success

Strong communication skills sound fiscal management and the ability to inspire confidence across constituencies are essential.

The ideal candidate will value collaboration demonstrate cultural awareness and show a clear commitment to Utah State Universitys land-grant mission.

The position is available June 1 2026 or at a mutually agreed-upon date. Review of applications will begin March 2026 and continue until the position is filled.

• Provide executive leadership for USU Moab
• Develop and implement a strategic vision centered on enrollment growth and regional vitality
• Align academic programs with workforce and community needs
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with local governments school districts local employers and community organizations
• Represent and advocate for USU Moab within the broader university system
• Oversee campus budgets personnel and operations
• Support advancement and fundraising efforts
• Support innovative instructional delivery including hybrid and distance education
• Promote student success retention and completion
• Collaborate closely with fellow Associate Vice Presidents across the statewide system

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned bachelors degree plus 11 years of related work experience with at least 7 of the years in leadership role OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least five years of experience in Student Life or Student Affairs as part of the experience listed above
• Record of executive leadership in higher education or a comparable environment
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education
• Experience driving enrollment growth program expansion or strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated fiscal and personnel management experience
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience building collaborative partnerships across sectors
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and equal opportunity
• Appreciation for and commitment to the land-grant mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a regional or comprehensive campus
• Demonstrated success securing grants contracts or philanthropic support
• Experience working in a gateway community
• Experience serving non-traditional and rural student populations
• Familiarity with workforce-aligned academic programming

Along with the online application please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under Resume/CV

2. Cover Letter outlining qualifications to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

3. Statement describing your vision for the role and responsibilities of the Associate Vice President USU Moab to be typed/pasted at the end of your application under Other Documents
4. Contact information for at least three references to be typed at the beginning of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**

Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants but not necessarily occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.

Founded in 1967 USU Moab is located in Grand County Utah a region known globally for its natural beauty and entrepreneurial spirit. The campus offers the personalized environment of a community-focused institution combined with the academic resources of a major public research university.
USU Moab plays a vital role in expanding educational access strengthening workforce readiness and supporting economic development in southeastern Utah. The campus offers professional development training workforce certificates and associate bachelors masters and doctoral degrees. Through close collaboration with community partners USU Moab is committed to preparing students for meaningful careers while contributing to the long-term vitality of the region.

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