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Senior level director of student services jobs place experienced professionals in charge of institutional strategy, cross-functional program leadership, and the teams that deliver student outcomes at scale. Roles are concentrated across Education, Manufacturing, and Construction & Real Estate, with employers like City University of New York, John Deere, and St. John's University hiring at this level now.
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Vice President of Student Affairs (ECP)
POSITION DETAILS
Reporting to the President, the Vice President (VP) of Student Affairs will provide leadership for student life culture that promotes civility, celebrates diversity, and encourages an inclusive campus climate. The Vice President is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating the student development and retention programs and services managed by the Division of Student Affairs, and recommending the development and implementation of new programs and services that support the College’s strategic plan. Areas of oversight include Health Services, Counseling, Student Disability Services, Gender Resources, Student Life and Leadership Development, Veterans Affairs, Community Standards, and International Student and Scholar Services. The Vice President will also maintain college-level oversight of Student Housing/The Towers, as well as the Child Development Center.
(Campus-specific Information and duties)
The Vice President is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the Division of Student Affairs. The position provides executive oversight for student development, engagement, retention, and support services, ensuring that programs and resources promote student success and advance the College's mission and strategic priorities. The Vice President provides leadership and supervision to divisional staff, oversees the development and implementation of policies, programs, and procedures related to student affairs, and fosters collaboration among College departments to support the intellectual, social, professional, and personal development of a diverse student population.
The Vice President is responsible for establishing divisional goals and objectives, evaluating performance outcomes, promoting continuous improvement, and ensuring the effective delivery of services across all areas within the Division. The position collaborates closely with Academic Affairs and other College and University leaders to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance the student experience. The Vice President also provides leadership in the use of technology, assessment, and performance metrics to improve services, support student engagement, and advance institutional effectiveness.
As a member of the College's executive leadership team, the Vice President represents the Division of Student Affairs in College-wide and University-wide initiatives, promotes a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, and inclusion, and performs other related duties as assigned by the President.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
The position requires extensive experience overseeing the functional areas within the Division of Student Affairs, including the supervision and development of a diverse professional staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate a record of excellence in leadership and management of student affairs functions within a large, complex higher education environment with organizational characteristics and a student population similar to The City College of New York.
The successful candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a proven ability to build effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders. Candidates must possess at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in positions with similar scope and responsibilities. An appropriate doctoral-level degree is preferred.
CUNY TITLE
Vice President
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary Range $178,550 - $205,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYFirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions.
If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:
Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"
Click "Search job listings"
Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"
Search for Job Opening ID number: 32356
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME AS ONE DOCUMENT IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FORMATS: doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format.
CLOSING DATE
July 9, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32356
Location: City College of New York
Job Type: Full-Time
Vice President of Student Affairs (ECP)
POSITION DETAILS
Reporting to the President, the Vice President (VP) of Student Affairs will provide leadership for student life culture that promotes civility, celebrates diversity, and encourages an inclusive campus climate. The Vice President is responsible for planning, implementing and evaluating the student development and retention programs and services managed by the Division of Student Affairs, and recommending the development and implementation of new programs and services that support the College’s strategic plan. Areas of oversight include Health Services, Counseling, Student Disability Services, Gender Resources, Student Life and Leadership Development, Veterans Affairs, Community Standards, and International Student and Scholar Services. The Vice President will also maintain college-level oversight of Student Housing/The Towers, as well as the Child Development Center.
(Campus-specific Information and duties)
The Vice President is responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the Division of Student Affairs. The position provides executive oversight for student development, engagement, retention, and support services, ensuring that programs and resources promote student success and advance the College's mission and strategic priorities. The Vice President provides leadership and supervision to divisional staff, oversees the development and implementation of policies, programs, and procedures related to student affairs, and fosters collaboration among College departments to support the intellectual, social, professional, and personal development of a diverse student population.
The Vice President is responsible for establishing divisional goals and objectives, evaluating performance outcomes, promoting continuous improvement, and ensuring the effective delivery of services across all areas within the Division. The position collaborates closely with Academic Affairs and other College and University leaders to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance the student experience. The Vice President also provides leadership in the use of technology, assessment, and performance metrics to improve services, support student engagement, and advance institutional effectiveness.
As a member of the College's executive leadership team, the Vice President represents the Division of Student Affairs in College-wide and University-wide initiatives, promotes a culture of excellence, innovation, accountability, and inclusion, and performs other related duties as assigned by the President.
QUALIFICATIONS
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
The position requires extensive experience overseeing the functional areas within the Division of Student Affairs, including the supervision and development of a diverse professional staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate a record of excellence in leadership and management of student affairs functions within a large, complex higher education environment with organizational characteristics and a student population similar to The City College of New York.
The successful candidate must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills and demonstrate a proven ability to build effective relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders. Candidates must possess at least eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in positions with similar scope and responsibilities. An appropriate doctoral-level degree is preferred.
CUNY TITLE
Vice President
COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
Salary Range $178,550 - $205,000. Salary commensurate with education and experience.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
HOW TO APPLY
If you are viewing this job posting in CUNYFirst, please click on "Apply Now" on the bottom of this page and follow the instructions.
If you are viewing this job posting externally, please apply as follows:
Go to www.cuny.edu and click on "Employment"
Click "Search job listings"
Click on "More options to search for CUNY jobs"
Search for Job Opening ID number: 32356
Click on the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions.
PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU MUST UPLOAD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME AS ONE DOCUMENT IN ANY OF THE FOLLOWING FORMATS: doc, .docx, .pdf, .rtf, or text format.
CLOSING DATE
July 9, 2026
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 32356
Location: City College of New York
Job Type: Full-Time
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Senior Level Director of Student Services Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a senior level director of student services job?
Employers at this level look for candidates who have led institution-wide initiatives, managed staff, and driven measurable improvements in student retention, equity, or success outcomes. A record of cross-departmental collaboration, budget oversight, and policy development sets strong applicants apart. Advanced degrees in higher education, student affairs, or a related field are common expectations for senior hires.
Which companies hire senior level director of student servicess?
Companies hiring senior level director of student servicess right now include City University of New York, John Deere, and St. John's University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Hiring at this level covers universities, community colleges, K-12 districts, and education-adjacent organizations that operate large student support or enrollment functions.
Are there remote senior level director of student services jobs?
Yes, though on-site and hybrid arrangements are more common given the people-management responsibilities of these roles. About 11% of senior level director of student services openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, with fully remote positions most often found at multi-campus systems or organizations that deliver services digitally.
What makes a director of student services role senior level?
Senior level roles are defined by institutional ownership rather than program execution. Expectations shift toward setting departmental strategy, managing multiple direct reports, stewarding significant budgets, and representing student services at the leadership table. Senior directors are also expected to mentor staff, lead accreditation or compliance efforts, and drive change across the organization rather than within a single program.
Which industries hire the most senior level director of student servicess?
Senior level director of student services roles concentrate in Education, Manufacturing, and Construction & Real Estate, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive hiring because of their large, enrolled student populations and regulatory requirements around student support, Title IX compliance, and retention accountability.