Associate Vice President, Student Life

Location: Town of Florida

## Associate Vice President, Student Life Apply:
University Campus:
Full time:
Posted Today:
R6335##

Job Description Summary The Associate Vice President of Student Life provides strategic leadership and oversight for key areas of the student experience at Saint Leo University. Reporting to the Vice President of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation, this position leads programs and services that promote student engagement, well-being, belonging, personal development, and a strong campus community consistent with the University’s mission and core values.
The Associate Vice President of Student Life serves as a senior leader within the Division of Student Affairs and collaborates with students, faculty, staff, University leadership, and campus partners to create a safe, supportive, engaging, and student-centered campus experience.##

Job Description
** Areas of Oversight:
*** Office of Residential Experience and Community Standards
* Student Engagement and Leadership
* Office of Student Well-Being
* Campus Dining and Auxiliary Services
* Campus Ministry
* Derek J. Mitchell Recovery Program
* Threat Assessment & Behavioral Intervention Team (TABIT)
* Student Conduct  
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* Duties and Responsibilities:

*** Provide strategic leadership and support to the Vice President of Athletics, Wellness & Recreation in divisional planning, policy development, and University-wide initiatives.
* Provide leadership, supervision, and strategic direction for assigned Student Affairs departments, programs, and services.
* Develop and implement initiatives that strengthen student engagement, belonging, well-being, leadership development, and retention.
* Provide oversight of Campus Dining and Auxiliary Services, including Benedict’s Coffeehouse, Jimmy John’s, vending services, Field BBQ & Grill, and the University’s partnership with Genuine Foods.
* Lead and oversee the student conduct process, including investigations, hearings, sanctions, appeals, and maintenance of conduct records.
* Review and administer the Student Code of Conduct and Guide to Residential Living to ensure clear, fair, consistent, and educational processes.
* Chair and oversee the CARE Team, coordinating early intervention, case management, referrals, and support for students experiencing academic, personal, behavioral, or well-being concerns.
* Provide leadership and coordination for TABIT and threat assessment processes in collaboration with appropriate University partners.
* Collaborate with Academic Affairs, Athletics, Campus Safety, Human Resources, and other University departments to provide coordinated student support.
* Develop proactive outreach, education, prevention, and intervention initiatives that promote student well-being, accountability, safety, and community standards.
* Promote compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and University policies related to student affairs, student rights, accessibility, privacy, and campus safety.
* Supervise, mentor, develop, and evaluate professional, graduate, and student staff within assigned areas.
* Use assessment, data, and student feedback to evaluate programs and services and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
* Represent Student Affairs on University committees, initiatives, and special projects.
* Provide leadership during student emergencies and crisis situations, including after-hours response as needed.
* Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Division of Student Affairs and University priorities.
** REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:*
* ** Knowledge:
*** Knowledge of student affairs, student development, student engagement, and student support practices within a higher education environment.
* Knowledge of applicable laws, regulations, and best practices related to…