Vice President of Student Services

Join Our Team as a Champion for Students! SUNY Niagara is seeking a visionary and innovative leader to serve as our next Vice President of Student Services. As the primary advocate for students within the administration.  This position is pivotal in shaping the student experience, leading transformative programs, and creating pathways for success. If you’re passionate about empowering students, fostering inclusive learning environments, and building dynamic support systems, this is the role for you.The Vice President of Student Services will:Lead with Vision: Oversee enrollment management, student engagement, counseling, student support services, and more to create a seamless and supportive experience for all students.Advocate for Students: Be the voice of students at the highest administrative levels, ensuring their needs and perspectives are integrated into institutional priorities.Inspire Innovation: Develop and implement forward-thinking strategies that improve student recruitment, retention, engagement, and success.Foster Collaboration: Work closely with academic and administrative units to create a vibrant, inclusive, and equitable campus culture.To excel in this role, you will need:Leadership Excellence: A proven ability to inspire teams, build consensus, and guide organizational change.Strategic Vision: The ability to design and implement innovative strategies that align with institutional goals and student success.Student-Centered Approach: A deep commitment to understanding and addressing the diverse needs of today’s students.Exceptional Communication: Strong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community partners.SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits to our employees. Please visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/hr/benefits to view our benefits offerings. Our exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students. At SUNY Niagara, generous paid time off, holiday, and leave policies make this possible. Our college closes for winter break from late December through early January and a week in mid-March for spring recess. In the summer, employees observe a four-day workweek, allowing them to enjoy all that Western New York offers.Professional Growth: SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.Welcoming Culture: SUNY Niagara values the principles of equity, diversity, inclusion, and social justice as they create a sense of belonging for our students and employees. We foster a collaborative culture that respects and appreciates different perspectives, ideas, and backgrounds which contribute to the richness of our institution. We believe that our diverse, inclusive community enriches the experiences of students and employees alike.Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.Become part of an institution that values employees, positively impacts students’ lives, and invests in its community.