Dean of Student Affairs

Dean of Students, Albert

A. Sheen Campus

Reports directly to the Vice President of Student Success and Innovation (VPSSI). Responsible for fostering a campus environment that promotes student personal growth, character, leadership development, and engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the Division of Student Affairs personnel and programming, including new student orientation, counseling & placement, student employment, health services, student governance, leadership development, student activities, residence life, food services, discipline/judicial affairs, and services for students with special needs.
• Plan, execute, and evaluate student affairs programs, events, and services to meet university goals.
• Recruit, train, direct, and evaluate staff within the division.
• Exercise initiative and judgment in planning and carrying out assignments; assess situations and take appropriate action.
• Represent the university at major campus events and programs focusing on student engagement.
• Coordinate with the VPSSI and other university leadership on policies and initiatives affecting student affairs.

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Higher Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field with at least 3 years of Student Affairs administration experience, including at least 1 year of increasing responsibility.
• Or, Master’s degree in Higher Education, Counseling, Psychology, or related field with at least 5 years of Student Affairs administration experience, including at least 3 years of increasing responsibility.
• Knowledge of higher education policies, Federal and State regulations, and institutional goals.
• Excellent leadership, managerial, communication, collaboration, conflict resolution, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to maintain staff morale, diversity sensitivity, and to foster an environment conducive to service and instructional innovation.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic setting and to allocate resources effectively.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

No specific preferred qualifications listed.

Physical Demands

• Visual and manual ability required for computer work most of the day.
• Must be able to travel for meetings, conferences, and training.
• Must maintain self‑motivated composure at all times.

Salary

$80,000.00 – $85,000.00 per annum (Full Time).

Location

Albert

A. Sheen Campus, University of the Virgin Islands.

Application Period

Open Date: 06/18/2026 — Close Date: 08/01/2026.

Applicants who need accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) should contact the Human Resources Office at (340) 693‑1410.