Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students

University of Texas at Arlington, United States

Updated: about 17 hours ago
Location: Arlington, TEXAS
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Position Information


Posting Number S05200P
Position Title Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students
Department VP for Student Affairs
Location Arlington
Job Family Student Success
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Open to External and Internal
Salary Salary is commensurate based on qualifications and relevant experience.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Benefits at UTA
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University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Job Summary
The Senior Associate Vice President serves as the official second-in-command to the Vice President for Student Affairs and ensures a comprehensive support network of programs and services are in place to meet the needs of a large, researched-focused, public university. This position has administrative oversight of the following departments: Dean of Students (Student Conduct, Foster Care and Homeless Student Support, Maverick Pantry, Title IX coordination), Leadership and Service, Involvement and Engagement (Student Governance, Student Organizations and Campus Activities), Housing and Residence Life, Fraternity and Sorority Life and the Office of Community Standards. The Senior Associate Vice President will provide leadership, vision, and management for all departments to ensure that a comprehensive program of services is meeting the needs of the campus. Along with the Vice President, the Senior Associate Vice President is charged with creating a Division of Student Affairs that builds programs and services that are focused on the student experience. The position also facilitates collaborative working relationships between the Vice President’s office and other campus departments to accommodate the constituencies Vice President serves.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provide direct supervision, training and evaluation of units including Dean of Students (Foster Care and Homeless Student Support, Maverick Pantry, Title IX coordination), Housing and Residence Life, Leadership and Service, Involvement and Engagement (Student Governance, Student Organizations and Campus Activities), Fraternity and Sorority Life, Office of Community Standards which is comprised of 75 professional staff members.
  • Assist the Vice President in the planning and administration of the Division of Student Affairs. Provide vision for the development and implementation of a comprehensive division.
  • Provide leadership for reporting departments in the areas of planning, human resources, policy development, operations, facilities, and budgets.
  • Maintain existing successful student programs and develop new programs that ensure a comprehensive student life program.
  • Create a welcoming and vibrant community among a diverse student body including undergraduate and graduate students and a rich mix of residential, commuter, and online students.
  • Foster effective collaborative partnerships with faculty, academic departments, staff, senior administrators, parents, and students to provide a seamless holistic learning environment that blends the classroom and out-of-classroom experience.
  • Develop relationships with alumni and community stakeholders.
  • Lead special projects for the VPSA and serve on University and Division committees.
  • Serve as a liaison for Student Affairs to departmental units and community agencies, working collaboratively.
  • Attend meetings and events on behalf of the VPSA when needed. Serve as a member of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) for campus emergency preparedness.
  • Ensure compliance with UT System and UT Arlington policies, state and federal laws and regulations including assistance with campus-wide crisis/emergency response and provides support to students and families in emergency situations.
  • Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
  • PhD, EdD, terminal degree in a related area and five (5) years of professional communications, planning, operational and supervisory experience.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
  • Attention to detail essential as well as the ability to multi-task and effectively prioritize work.
Preferred Qualifications
  • PhD, EdD, JD, terminal degree in Higher Education Administration and Student Affairs, Educational Leadership, or Juris Doctorate,
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated commitment to high professional ethical standards. Excels at operating in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Other Requirements
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email [email protected] .


Posting Detail Information


Number of Vacancies 1
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1) Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name, degree type, and major.

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