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Delaware County Community College (DCCC), designated Top Workplace by The Philadelphia Inquirer, is looking for a dynamic Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA) to join our team of diverse higher education professionals who are committed to student success. Apply (by clicking the relevant button) after checking through all the related job information below. The VPSA is the Chief Student Affairs Officer of the College and reports directly to the President and has the overall responsibility for providing visionary leadership, management, and supervision of college-wide student programs and services which includes career and counseling, assessment, campus life, athletics, wellness, first-year experience, student conduct, the CARE Team, KEYS, Act 101, and Veterans Affairs. The VPSA will also serve as the College's Chief Retention Officer and is responsible for providing visionary leadership on strategies that enhance student learning, success, retention, and completion. Candidates interested in this outstanding position must be a dynamic leader who is strategic, student-centered, innovative, and collaborative. The successful candidate must be able to efficiently demonstrate the use of best practices associated with development, oversight, evaluation, and delivery of College-wide student programs and services to support the College's strategic initiatives of retention and completion. In addition, the VPSA will have a demonstrated ability to encourage, model, embrace, and incorporate diverse thoughts and perspectives of all students of various backgrounds; in an effort to promote and foster an all-inclusive environment while driving results. Qualifications (including, but not limited to): A minimum of 5-7 years of demonstrated experience as a leader in academic and/or student services leadership in a higher education environment. A Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education Leadership, Counseling, Education, or other related field of study is required. A Doctorate preferred. Understanding of sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff. Ability to use available data to evaluate program success and make evidence-based decisions towards quality improvement. Proven experience in leading strategic initiatives that resulted in increased student success outcomes Effective verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated success in communicating ideas and goals to influence and inform individuals and groups. Strong interpersonal skills as demonstrated by compassionate, courteous, cordial, cooperative, and professional interactions with diverse groups of internal and external stakeholders; and Ability to manage the execution and completion of complex strategic goals and objectives. Background Clearances: Act 153 Clearances (Act 34 PA Criminal Background History, Act 151 PA Child Abuse History, Act 114 FBI Clearance); Verification of educational credentials For immediate consideration, interested candidates can apply online at https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/dccc DCCC offers a great competitive salary, with an outstanding benefits package which includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug for all benefit eligible employees; College Paid Disability and Life Insurance; Flexible Spending Accounts; 403(b) Defined Contribution Retirement Plans (5% Employee Mandatory Contribution and a 10% Match by the College); Generous PTO, Holiday and Winter Break Schedule; Tuition Waiver & Tuition Reimbursement benefits; and a Four (4) Day Work Week Each Summer; Professional Development Opportunities; and a Supportive Work/Life Balance Campus Environment. Note: Temporary and Grant-funded employees are not eligible for tuition reimbursement unless the specific grant supports such funding for these purposes. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. DCCC fosters a work environment, and a learning community focused on student success by delivering quality, affordable, and responsive educational opportunities in a technologically rich and supportive environment. We celebrate differences and commit to an "open door" policy for individuals with varying levels of knowledge, skills, experiences, and needs. By embracing diverse collegial perspectives, we seek to make inclusivity, teamwork, and respect the foundation for our students to reach their academic goals and on staff to thrive professionally. Delaware County Community College strongly encourages applications from members of traditionally under-represented groups. DCCC promotes an organizational culture and structure that honors diversity through integration of the principles of access, inclusion and most importantly equality. DCCC is an equal employment opportunity employer, valuing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Position is open until filled!