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Oakton Community College

Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA-24) - Oakton College

Oakton Community College, Skokie, Illinois, United States, 60077


Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA-24) Category:

Administrators Department:

Student Affairs Locations:

Des Plaines/Skokie, IL Posted:

Dec 3, 2024 Closes:

Jan 6, 2025 - 11:59 PM EST Type:

Administrators PositionID:

183591 About Oakton College: Oakton College, a caring community of educators dedicated to excellence and learning, invites applications for the Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA-24). A premier comprehensive community college, Oakton is 17 miles from downtown Chicago and serves almost 10,000 students annually. The College's Operating Funds' budget for the academic year ending on June 30, 2024 amounts to $81.7 million. Candidates with a commitment to working in a culturally competent environment are especially valued at Oakton. Job Description: Basic Function and Responsibility:

Provide leadership and direct oversight for the Student Affairs programs of the College, including Access, Equity and Diversity, Enrollment Services, Student Success, and Wellness. Act as a principal advisor to the President. Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities: Participate in long- and short-range planning for the College, representing the Student Affairs function. Initiate policies and procedures that govern the Student Affairs program using an equity lens. Model behavior and provide leadership for the development of Student Affairs programs that reflect Oakton's values. Recommend the employment and retention of all Student Affairs professional personnel to the President. Direct, coordinate and evaluate the work of the Student Affairs Administrative Leadership Team. Lead the development of the annual budget for the Division of Student Affairs. Establish a culture of collaboration, engagement, respect, belonging, and inclusion. Participate in salary and benefits negotiations as requested. Coordinate response to student complaints and concerns. Respond to student appeals of decisions made within Student Affairs. Perform other job-related activities as assigned by the President. Requirements: Qualifications and Working Conditions: A Master's degree in an area of Student Affairs is required; an earned doctorate is preferred. Five years of increasingly progressive and successful experience in higher education. Administrative experience managing staff in a large organizational unit. Ability to implement strategic budget development. Experience implementing institutional strategic initiatives with an equity lens. Demonstrated ability to promote an inclusive environment. Physical Demands:

Mobility to move between buildings and campuses. Work is performed in a general office environment and is sedentary in nature. Additional Information: Supervision Received:

General direction is received from the President and the Board of Trustees. Supervision Exercised:

Administrative and functional supervision is exercised over personnel. Salary Range: $185,000 - $200,000 A comprehensive benefit package is available. Application Instructions: Interested individuals must complete the online application linked from the posting on the Oakton website. Please indicate the position code (VPSA-24) on the cover letter. A total of 8 separate documents may be uploaded to an application file. TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED: An UNOFFICIAL copy of transcripts must be submitted at the time of application. Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. FOR FULL CONSIDERATION PLEASE APPLY BY JANUARY 6th. Interviewees will be reimbursed for travel expenses in excess of 50 miles. Oakton College is an equal opportunity employer and has a strong commitment to diversity.

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