Vice President, Student Affairs

Application Review Date: 9/18/26

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Apply At: https://www.greenwoodsearch.com/current-opportunities/vice-president-for-student-affairs

Job Description

The Vice President for Student Affairs is an innovative, caring, and student-centered executive who serves as the University’s Chief Student Affairs officer. Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President provides strategic leadership for a comprehensive division dedicated to advancing the holistic student experience by promoting student success, engagement, health and well-being, and belonging.

The Vice President fosters an environment where students discover their voice, build confidence, develop purpose, and create meaningful pathways to academic achievement and personal growth so that students graduate prepared to lead meaningful lives of service and impact.

Recognizing that learning occurs both inside and outside the classroom, the Vice President advances Student Affairs as an essential partner in the University’s academic mission and student success agenda. The Vice President oversees the organization of departments, professionals, collaborative partnerships, and resources to ensure operational excellence, strategic alignment, organizational effectiveness, and continuous improvement across the division.

Guided by Radford University’s mission to Empower Brighter Futures, Build Stronger Communities and the Division of Student Affairs’ vision of Empowering Curiosity to Ignite Purpose, the Vice President develops and implements a bold vision for Student Affairs that aligns with institutional priorities while responding to the evolving needs of students, emerging trends in higher education, and the changing expectations of today’s learners.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in higher education, student affairs, or a related field
• Significant progressively responsible leadership experience in student affairs or related areas
• Demonstrated success leading complex organizations
• Experience in strategic planning, crisis management, and student success initiatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in higher education or a related field
• Experience working in a comprehensive university setting

Special Instructions to Applicants

The executive search firm, Greenwood Asher & Associates, is assisting Radford University with this search. Interested applicants should apply at:
https://www.greenwoodsearch.com/current-opportunities/vice-president-for-student-affairs

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: Yes

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 40 hours per week, some nights and weekends

Employee Classification: Administrative - Lecturer

Department: Student Affairs, VP

Salary: $201,000 - $260,000 (depending on experience)

Department Contact Name: Niki Shepherd

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5499

Department Contact Email: nshepher@radford.edu

Apply at: https://www.greenwoodsearch.com/current-opportunities/vice-president-for-student-affairs

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.