Associate Vice President Moab

Requisition ID: 2026-9973
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Moab
Category: Management
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Exempt
College: Statewide Campuses
Department: SW Campuses RES-Southeastern Utah
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview
Utah State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Vice President (AVP) of Utah State University Moab. Located in Moab, Utah, USU Moab is part of the statewide system of Utah State University and delivers certificate, associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in a region known for innovation, entrepreneurship, and natural resource stewardship.

The Associate Vice President reports to the Deputy Vice President for Statewide Residential Campuses and serves on the Statewide Campus Administrative Council. This is a senior leadership position responsible for advancing enrollment growth, strengthening workforce alignment, and expanding community partnerships across Grand County and the surrounding region.

USU Moab is positioned to serve as a catalyst for economic vitality in southeastern Utah. The next AVP will lead with a clear focus on:

• Sustainable enrollment growth
• Academic programming aligned with regional workforce needs
• Strong collaboration with school districts, local governments, community leaders, and industry partners

The successful candidate will bring executive-level leadership experience and a record of driving measurable results. The AVP must understand how to grow programs strategically, build community trust, and align academic offerings with regional opportunity. This leader will represent the campus effectively within the broader university system while advocating for the unique needs of a comprehensive regional campus.

The Associate Vice President will:

• Develop and execute a strategic plan focused on enrollment, access, and regional impact
• Strengthen recruitment, concurrent enrollment, and transfer pathways
• Expand workforce certificates, applied programs, and community-based learning opportunities
• Advance teaching, research, and student-centered support services
• Cultivate alumni, donor, and legislative relationships
• Secure external funding and philanthropic support
• Foster a campus culture grounded in collaboration, accountability, and student success

Strong communication skills, sound fiscal management, and the ability to inspire confidence across constituencies are essential.

The ideal candidate will value collaboration, demonstrate cultural awareness, and show a clear commitment to Utah State University's land-grant mission.

The position is available June 1, 2026, or at a mutually agreed-upon date. Review of applications will begin March 2026 and continue until the position is filled.


Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership for USU Moab
• Develop and implement a strategic vision centered on enrollment growth and regional vitality
• Align academic programs with workforce and community needs
• Build and sustain strong partnerships with local governments, school districts, local employers, and community organizations
• Represent and advocate for USU Moab within the broader university system
• Oversee campus budgets, personnel, and operations
• Support advancement and fundraising efforts
• Support innovative instructional delivery, including hybrid and distance education
• Promote student success, retention, and completion
• Collaborate closely with fellow Associate Vice Presidents across the statewide system

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications

• Earned bachelor's degree plus 11 years of related work experience with at least 7 of the years in leadership role OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least five years of experience in Student Life or Student Affairs as part of the experience listed above
• Record of executive leadership in higher education or a comparable environment
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education
• Experience driving enrollment growth, program expansion, or strategic initiatives
• Demonstrated fiscal and personnel management experience
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Experience building collaborative partnerships across sectors
• Commitment to inclusive excellence and equal opportunity
• Appreciation for and commitment to the land-grant mission

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading a regional or comprehensive campus
• Demonstrated success securing grants, contracts, or philanthropic support
• Experience working in a gateway community
• Experience serving non-traditional and rural student populations
• Familiarity with workforce-aligned academic programming

Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"

2. Cover Letter outlining qualifications to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

3. Statement describing your vision for the role and responsibilities of the Associate Vice President, USU Moab to be typed/pasted at the end of your application under "Other Documents"
4. Contact information for at least three references to be typed at the beginning of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**


Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA
Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes. The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions.


College/Department Highlights
Founded in 1967, USU Moab is located in Grand County, Utah, a region known globally for its natural beauty and entrepreneurial spirit. The campus offers the personalized environment of a community-focused institution combined with the academic resources of a major public research university.
USU Moab plays a vital role in expanding educational access, strengthening workforce readiness, and supporting economic development in southeastern Utah. The campus offers professional development training, workforce certificates, and associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees. Through close collaboration with community partners, USU Moab is committed to preparing students for meaningful careers while contributing to the long-term vitality of the region.

Learn more at: https://moab.usu.edu/


University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by recent Mountain West regular-season and tournament championships in women's volleyball, three consecutive Mountain West tournament titles in women's soccer conference championships, and a first-ever conference championship for gymnastics, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu.

• updated 12/2025

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