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Position Information

**Position/Classification Title** Associate Vice Chancellor, Student Affairs

**Working Title** Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs

**Position Number** 712751

**FLSA** Exempt

Appointment Type

**Tenure Track** No

**FTE** 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months

If time limited, duration date

**Department Hiring Range** NCCU

**EEO-1 Category** Officials & Managers

**SOC Code** 11-9033 - Education Administrators, Postsecondary

Position Overview

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Primary Function of Organizational Unit

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 local and global communities. The Division of Student Affairs is responsible for many of the outside the classroom/off campus aspects of student life at NCCU, including Academic Opportunity for Student Success, Campus Recreation and Wellness, Career and Professional Development Services, Counseling Services, FirstGen Forward Transformation Grant “Destination: HBCU First-Gen Graduation”, Office of Health Promotions, Marketing and Communications, McNair Scholars Program, New Student and Family Programs, Residential Life, Student Accessibility Services, Student Advocacy, Student Conduct and Community Standards, Student Engagement and Leadership, Student Health Services, the Annie Day Scholars Program, the Men’s Achievement Center, the Women’s Center, TRIO STEM Success Program, TRIO Teacher Preparation Program, and TRIO Student Acce[SSS] Program.

Primary Purpose of Position

The Associate Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs (AoVC) reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and provides strategic leadership and vision for the Student Affairs Administration and Resources unit.

The Associate Vice Chancellor provides strategic, operational, and administrative leadership for multiple Student Affairs units, including Marketing and Communications, Grant Development and Management, Technology Support, and direct support for Residential Life. The role also plays a key leadership function in advancing divisional strategic planning initiatives and ensuring intentional alignment between student engagement, leadership development, and institutional priorities.

The Associate Vice Chancellor serves as Chair of the Student Activity Fee Allocation Committee (SAFAC), providing oversight and stewardship of student activity fee resources. In this capacity, the AoVC ensures transparent, equitable, and student-centered allocation of funds in alignment with institutional policies, divisional priorities, and student engagement goals, while supporting shared governance and fiscal accountability.

Serving as the de facto Chief of Staff for the Division, the Associate Vice Chancellor oversees budgets, supervises directors, leads staff recruitment and professional development efforts, and ensures alignment with divisional priorities and broader university goals.

In the absence of the Vice Chancellor, the Associate Vice Chancellor routinely acts on their behalf, providing leadership oversight for daily operations and representing the Division as needed. This role is essential to maintaining operational continuity, advancing strategic initiatives, and ensuring that Student Affairs remains responsive, innovative, and student-centered.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Demonstrated ability to provide effective leadership, management, and oversight of complex student affairs units with a strong focus on student success, engagement, and leadership development.

+ Comprehensive knowledge of student affairs programs, services, policies, and compliance requirements within a higher education environment.

+ Strong project management, organizational, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities, initiatives, and deadlines simultaneously.

+ Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information, build collaborative relationships, and represent the Division effectively with various stakeholders.

Minimum Education/Experience

+ Earned **Doctorate** from an accredited institution in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Administration, Educational Policy and Leadership Studies, or a closely related field.

+ **Minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in higher education** , with demonstrated leadership experience in student affairs, including supervision of professional staff, operational management, grant writing, and strategic planning at the departmental, divisional, or campus-wide level.

Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation

None

Equal Opportunity Employer

Consistent with the policy of the State of North Carolina, North Carolina Central University (NCCU) reaffirms that it has been, and will continue to be, the policy of this University to be an equal opportunity employer. North Carolina Central University is committed to providing educational opportunities and prohibits discrimination against students, applicants, employees, or visitors based on race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Any individual alleging discrimination based on sexual orientation cannot grieve beyond the University’s internal grievance process. In keeping with this policy, and to further the principle of equal opportunity, all other personnel matters such as recruitment, selection, hiring, promotion, compensation, performance appraisal, disciplinary actions, benefits, transfers, separations, reduction in force, grievance procedures, company-sponsored training, education, tuition assistance, and social and recreational programs will also continue to be administered in accordance with this policy.

Primary Responsibilities and Duties

**Function** Leadership

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

+ Provides executive leadership and vision for Student Affairs Administration and Resources; supervises directors; mentors and develops staff; represents the Division on behalf of the Vice Chancellor; chairs SAFAC; and fosters a collaborative, student-centered leadership culture.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

**Function** Planning and Organizing Work

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

+ Coordinates divisional priorities, organizes workflows across multiple units, manages calendars and timelines for major initiatives, supports committee structures, and ensures alignment of resources, personnel, and processes to meet operational and strategic goals.

**Function** Operations Management

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

+ Oversees day-to-day operations of assigned units; manages budgets and fiscal resources; ensures policy compliance; addresses operational challenges; supports Residential Life operations; and maintains continuity of services in the absence of the Vice Chancellor.

**Function** Strategic Planning

Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function.

+ Leads and advances divisional strategic planning initiatives; integrates student engagement and leadership development into long-term goals; supports data-informed decision-making; aligns divisional strategies with institutional priorities; and drives continuous improvement and innovation.

Posting Detail Information

**Posting Number** EPA03453P

**Open Date** 12/18/2025

Date desired for closing or initial review

**Close Date** 01/25/2026

**Open Until Filled** No

**Date Position Available** 01/05/2026

Special Instructions to Applicants

Pre-Employment Requirements:

+ You must complete and submit an electronic application for employment to be considered. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application.

+ Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD 214 form or those seeking National Guard Preference must attach as NG23A form. Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty with your application during the process of applying to the job posting.

+ Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks, and education/license verification prior to employment.

+ North Carolina Central University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Employee Benefits available to** **NCCU** **permanent employees include the following and more:

+ Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave

+ Community Service Leave

+ NC State – Health Benefits

+ NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more

+ 11-12 Paid Holidays

+ Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)

+ Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Campus Recreation Center Discount

+ University Bookstore Discount and more.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV

2. Unofficial Transcripts (official required from selected candidate)

3. List of References

Optional Documents

1. Letter of Recommendation 1

2. Letter of Recommendation 2

3. Letter of Recommendation 3

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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