Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

The Division of Student Affairs fosters student growth and development. The Division of Student Affairs aids, directs and informs students about services and programs that will expand students' educational experiences and prepare them for diverse lives in local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off campus aspects oi student life at ECSU, including student engagement and leadership; career services; student disability services, residential life; student activities; community standards; special programs and services; student health & counseling services and career services.

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (AVC) reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs. The AVC provides leadership and vision in administering a comprehensive range of programs and services related to planning; assists in creating campus culture that promotes the academic achievement and personal development of all undergraduate students; assists with crisis response and institutional initiatives; advocates on behalf of students; and fosters collaborative relationships amongst students, faculty, and staff.

Possess a strong understanding of student development concepts, how to work with student leaders in a University environment and how to motivate, create accountability and excellence in the implementation of service provision amongst staff.

Must have a strong understanding of how the university functions and the ability to develop and steward partnerships to advance divisional goals.

Must be business orientated as it relates to keen sense of budget management and scale based on the availability of departmental resources.

Strong track record of organizational planning techniques and a proven track record of success.

Ability to lead, develop and assess Student Affairs as expectations evolve related to retention and satisfaction with programs and services.

Ability to interact and successfully engage in conversations at a high level with senior level administrators and other institutional stakeholders.

An understanding and proven ability to effectively direct professional and student employees.

Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, the ability to anticipate the Vice Chancellor's needs and demonstrate a high degree of initiative.

Possess a professional demeanor and discretion and ability to maintain confidentiality.

Possess a high level of proficiency in calendar management, research planning and problem solving.

Possess a high level of proficiency with computer software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and ability to quickly learn new software programs.

Possess a Master's degree and at least 7 years of progressive leadership experiences in Higher Education or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

* Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, and education are listed on your application. Do not write 'see resume' on your application when completing the job duties section.

* If you answer the supplemental questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities, and experiences to support your answers.

This position is Exempt from the State Human Resources Act.

Elizabeth City State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate in access to its educational programs and activities, or with respect to hiring or the terms and conditions of employment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or sexual orientation.

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory criminal background report.

Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed. ECSU is an E-Verify participant.