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Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs

University of Texas at Dallas

Negotiable

medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan

United States, Texas, Richardson

Feb 16, 2026

Posting Details

Posting Number	S06869P
Position Title	Senior Associate Vice President for Student Affairs
Functional Title
Department	Student Affairs
Salary Range	Negotiable
Pay Basis	Monthly
Position Status	Regular full-time
Location	Richardson
Position End Date (if temporary)
Posting Open Date	02/16/2026
Posting Close Date	03/13/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Desired Start Date	05/01/2026
Job Summary	Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs ( VPSA), the Senior Associate Vice President (SR AVP) assists in implementing the VPSA's vision and goals for Student Affairs, working in collaboration with the Student Affairs Leadership Team and other senior campus officials. The SR AVP advises the VPSA on a wide array of subject areas, including policy, budget, personnel management, programs and services, and community and legislative affairs. On behalf of the VPSA, the SR AVP oversees academic partnerships, co-curricular programs, professional development, and student conduct appeals while playing a key role in strategic planning and assessment for the Division of Student Affairs.
Minimum Education and Experience	Master's degree with ten years or more years of work experience in related field, including seven (7) years supervisory experience and strategic planning.
Preferred Education and Experience
Other Qualifications	To the extent this position requires the holder to research, work on, or have access to critical infrastructure as defined in Section 117.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code, the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the critical infrastructure is a minimum qualification to be hired and to continue to be employed in the position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities	The SR AVP provides strategic counsel and advice to the Student Affairs Leadership Team. The SR AVP is responsible for overseeing and/or conducting research and analysis to address policy issues and action strategies that impact student affairs and provide counsel and advice to the Student Affairs Leadership Team. Represents the VPSA and the Division of Student Affairs on university-wide committees, councils, task forces and special working groups. Provides oversight for the planning, development and implementation of the division's strategic plan. Supervises the Director of Data Analytics, Training and Assessment, Director of Student Affairs CRM Training and Change Management, Manager, Information Technology for Student Affairs and Administrative Assistant II. Supports Division-wide planning and assessment efforts. Manages student conduct appeals on behalf of the VPSA. Chairs special campus committees and search committees for senior management positions reporting to the VPSA. Oversees legislative affairs and analysis for the Division during state legislative sessions and key intersessional periods and serves as a liaison to the Vice-President for Public Affairs regarding legislative initiatives. Serves as the Division's liaison to the Office of Audit and Advisory Services and ensures Student Affairs units develop and implement policies and procedures in accordance with routine and spot audits. Serves as the Division's liaison to the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and works to secure private funding to support Student Affairs programs and initiatives. Oversees staff engagement offerings and Student Affairs' staff awards and recognition programs. Manages the Division's new staff onboarding program. Coordinates and communicates with faculty and Academic Affairs professionals to implement curricula, programs, and Academic Affairs and Student Affairs initiatives. Assists the division in establishing student learning outcomes that are aligned with academic outcomes. Coordinates higher education internship programs, identifying opportunities for student affairs graduate students from regional institutions to assist the Division with program development, implementation, and assessment efforts in exchange for course credit. Conducts routine assessment of co-curricular and internship programs. Facilitates outreach efforts for the Division of Student Affairs, including secondary education programs and recruitment and awareness initiatives. Identifies collaborative grant and research opportunities between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. Chairs the committee for the UTD Green Fee and provides oversight for the allocation and distribution of funds. This position is identified as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) and is therefore held to required reporting requirements.
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Additional Information	What we have to Offer: UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including: Competitive Salary Tuition Benefits Medical insurance - including *100% paid* employee medical coverage for full-time employees Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Long and short-term disability Retirement Plan Options Paid time off Paid Holidays About UT Dallas The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.
Special Instructions Summary
Important Message	1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public. 2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the *ADA Coordinator* . For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.