Overview:

The Assistant Vice President for the Center for Academic Excellence provides strategic leadership for academic support services, student progression initiatives, and case management at Salem State University. Overseeing the Center’s programs, staff, and facilities, this role ensures the delivery of inclusive, high-quality support services that promote student success.

The Assistant Vice President collaborates with faculty and campus leaders in academic affairs, enrollment management, and student life and other office across campus to assess and enhance learning support services, address disparities, and improve student outcomes. They also evaluate academic advising and student support structures, strengthening case management strategies to boost retention, persistence, and graduation rates. The Assistant Vice President may report to PEC when requested.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate programs in Academic Advising, Accessible Academic Resources, Retention Services, First Year Experience, TRIO, Upward Bound, Veteran’s Services, Summer Bridge Academy, and more. 
• Partner with faculty, campus leaders, and external stakeholders to integrate student support strategies and improve retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes. 
• Oversee a $4M+ budget and manage a diverse team of directors and program managers, ensuring fiscal responsibility and regulatory compliance. 
• Lead initiatives to enhance academic advising, data-driven case management, and program innovation in line with Salem State’s student success and retention goals. 

Salem State University is a place where your career can flourish. We embrace and celebrate the uniqueness of every employee, creating an inclusive and supportive environment where you can do your best work. Our commitment to civic engagement ensures that your contributions will positively impact both the university and the community. As a proud emerging Hispanic and minority-serving institution, we are dedicated to fostering diversity and championing social justice. Join us and be part of a transformative community that enriches lives across the Commonwealth.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree
• Seven to ten years of significant experience in higher education (academic affairs, advising, academic support services) with substantive supervisory experience.
• Demonstrated experience working with students from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds and in particular Hispanic students, first generation students and students of color.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and de-escalate/manage conflict.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a wide range of internal and external constituencies with a strong record of collaboration between administrative and academic areas.
• Current knowledge of and proficiency with the analysis of trend data, market research and student progression initiatives.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate
• Demonstrated experience with use of technology to create operational efficiencies.
• Proficiency in oral and written Spanish.

Working Location

This is a hybrid position in Salem, MA with regular on-campus, in-person responsibilities. Please Note: The Division of Student Success follows a hybrid model but the AVP is required to be on campus at least three days a week.

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Application Instructions:

Please apply online and attach resume and cover letter. For full consideration, please apply before April 6, 2025.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

The university considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Recruitment Agencies:

Salem State University does not partner with or accept candidates from outside staffing agencies. All hiring is managed directly by our internal Talent Acquisition team.