VP, Student Life & Strategic Initiatives

University of Houston; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 90 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Houston is seeking a Director of Student Life to provide strategic direction and oversight for the Student Center and related units, fostering an environment that supports student success and engagement. The role leads planning, assessment, budgeting, risk management, and collaboration with campus partners to enhance student learning, retention, and post-graduation outcomes.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) and 7+ years of leadership in higher

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in an analytical, technical, or professional discipline; Doctorate preferred.
• Experience: minimum of seven (7) years of leadership experience in higher education or student affairs, including staff supervision, strategic planning, and budget administration.
• Certification/licensing: None

Responsabilités

• Provides leadership and administrative oversight of campus-wide student life programs and facilities.
• Leads strategic planning, assessment, and data-informed decision making across units.
• Develops and implements student engagement strategies to enhance belonging, retention, and career readiness.
• Promotes a campus environment that supports student growth, leadership, and community involvement.
• Manages risk, emergency preparedness, policy compliance, and crisis response for student life operations.
• Builds collaborations with academic affairs, administration, and campus partners to advance student life initiatives.

Connaissances

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Assessment

Stakeholder collaboration

Formation

Master's degree

Doctorate degree preferred

Description du poste

The University of Houston is seeking a Director of Student Life to provide strategic direction and oversight for the Student Center and related units, fostering an environment that supports student success and engagement. The role leads planning, assessment, budgeting, risk management, and collaboration with campus partners to enhance student learning, retention, and post-graduation outcomes.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree (Doctorate preferred) and 7+ years of leadership in higher