Vice President of Student Life and Athletics

Huntington University has an opening for a Vice President of Student Life and Athletics. 

The Vice President of Student Life and Athletics serves as the university’s Chief Student Affairs Officer, providing executive leadership for student life, athletics, spiritual formation, and student success initiatives across all campuses and online modalities. Reporting to the President and serving on the President’s Cabinet and Strategic Leadership Team, the Vice President offers vision, strategic direction, and oversight to support students’ holistic development. They lead the Division of Student Affairs, contribute to university-wide planning, and collaborate with academic and administrative units to align student success, retention, and co-curricular programs with the university’s mission. As a key advocate for students, the Vice President ensures programs, services, and policies meet evolving student needs while maintaining alignment with institutional values and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An enthusiastic, mature, and contagious Christian faith, with active participation in a local church and commitment to Christian higher education.
• Doctorate in higher education administration, student affairs, or a related field required (ABD considered).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in student affairs, athletics administration, or related areas.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee student success programs, residence life, counseling, athletics, and student engagement initiatives.
• Strong commitment to inclusive excellence-fostering belonging for all students.
• Proven track record of enhancing student retention, success, and holistic development.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across campus constituencies.
• Evidence of effective managerial ability with programs, budgets, and staff, including mentoring and developing leaders.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and developing programs for all students.
• Familiarity with NAIA athletics governance, student conduct, and best practices in higher education administration is preferred.
• Understanding of legal and compliance requirements in student life, including Title IX, FERPA, and risk management.

Huntington University has an opening for a Vice President of Student Life and Athletics. 

The Vice President of Student Life and Athletics serves as the university’s Chief Student Affairs Officer, providing executive leadership for student life, athletics, spiritual formation, and student success initiatives across all campuses and online modalities. Reporting to the President and serving on the President’s Cabinet and Strategic Leadership Team, the Vice President offers vision, strategic direction, and oversight to support students’ holistic development. They lead the Division of Student Affairs, contribute to university-wide planning, and collaborate with academic and administrative units to align student success, retention, and co-curricular programs with the university’s mission. As a key advocate for students, the Vice President ensures programs, services, and policies meet evolving student needs while maintaining alignment with institutional values and goals.

QUALIFICATIONS

• An enthusiastic, mature, and contagious Christian faith, with active participation in a local church and commitment to Christian higher education.
• Doctorate in higher education administration, student affairs, or a related field required (ABD considered).
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive leadership experience in student affairs, athletics administration, or related areas.
• Demonstrated ability to oversee student success programs, residence life, counseling, athletics, and student engagement initiatives.
• Strong commitment to inclusive excellence-fostering belonging for all students.
• Proven track record of enhancing student retention, success, and holistic development.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across campus constituencies.
• Evidence of effective managerial ability with programs, budgets, and staff, including mentoring and developing leaders.
• Experience working with diverse student populations and developing programs for all students.
• Familiarity with NAIA athletics governance, student conduct, and best practices in higher education administration is preferred.
• Understanding of legal and compliance requirements in student life, including Title IX, FERPA, and risk management.
• Experience supporting or overseeing programs serving students with intellectual or developmental disabilities preferred.

General Information:   Huntington University is an independent, Christian liberal arts university.  Employees of Huntington University subscribe to the Statement of Faith that is identical to that of the National Association of Evangelicals.  Statement of Faith

Work Schedule:  This is a full-time, exempt position.

To Apply: Review the full job description attached for a complete list of responsibilities and qualifications. Apply via ADP, using your personal email, and upload a cover letter, resume and list of references with your completed application. Questions can be emailed to Andy McKee, Director of Human Resources.

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