Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Cuyahoga Community College
Job overview
The Vice President, Student Affairs at Cuyahoga Community College leads college-wide student affairs and engagement strategies to enhance the student experience and support student success.
Responsibilities and impact
The VP oversees student services, collaborates with campus and academic leaders to develop policies and programs, manages budgets, leads retention strategies, supports special projects, and ensures compliance with regulations.
Compensation and benefits
The target starting salary range is $175,000 to $185,000, with the final offer based on qualifications and budget; no additional benefits details provided.
Experience and skills
Requires a master's degree or equivalent experience, at least eight years of executive leadership preferably in higher education, strong strategic thinking, project management, communication, and collaboration skills.
Company information
Cuyahoga Community College is a higher education institution focused on student success and community engagement.
Unique job features
The role involves leadership in diverse student support programs and collaboration across multiple departments to improve student retention and engagement.
Company overview
Cuyahoga Community College (Tri-C) is a public community college in Cleveland, Ohio, offering a wide range of associate degrees, certificate programs, and workforce training. Established in 1963, Tri-C is Ohio's oldest and largest community college, serving over 50,000 students annually across multiple campuses and online. The college generates revenue through tuition, state funding, and grants, focusing on affordable education and community enrichment. Tri-C's history of innovation includes partnerships with local industries to provide job-ready skills and support regional economic development.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight executive leadership in student affairs, focusing on strategic planning, program development, and operational management that improves student engagement and the student journey at a college-wide level.
Emphasize experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders such as campus presidents, academic leaders, and student services teams to develop inclusive policies and co-curricular programs that enhance student success and retention.
Apply through multiple platforms including Cuyahoga Community College’s official career page, LinkedIn, and other job boards to maximize your application’s visibility and reach.
Connect on LinkedIn with senior leaders and members of the Student Experience division at Cuyahoga Community College; use ice breakers like commenting on recent college initiatives or expressing genuine interest in their student engagement strategies.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'student affairs leadership,' 'strategic planning,' 'student engagement,' 'retention strategies,' and 'budget management' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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