"Assistant Vice President for Student Affairs, Compliance and Student Conduct"

Responsibilities

The Assistant Vice President (AVP) of Student Affairs, Compliance, and Student Conduct at Johnson C. Smith University holds a critical leadership role, directly reporting to the Senior Vice President for Strategic Enrollment and Retention Management. This executive oversees the strategic direction, policy development, and implementation within the student affairs, compliance, and student conduct areas, ensuring they align with the university's mission and strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include fostering an inclusive, safe, and supportive campus environment, with a strong emphasis on upholding student welfare and promoting equity across all student interactions.

Additionally, the AVP acts as the Title IX Coordinator, overseeing the university’s compliance with Title IX regulations aimed at preventing sex discrimination, including handling of sexual harassment and assault allegations. This role supervises the Dean of Students and the Director of ADA Compliance and Accommodations, coordinating efforts to maintain compliance and advocate for student rights. The position demands robust knowledge of educational regulations and a proactive leadership style to effectively support and advance the university's commitment to a respectful and dignified academic community.

Qualifications

• Required: Master's degree in Education, Student Affairs, or a related field. A minimum of five years of progressive leadership experience in higher education student affairs, with proven experience in compliance and conduct issues.
• Preferred: Doctoral degree. Experience in managing complex student affairs operations and leading diverse teams. Demonstrated understanding of Title IX, ADA, and other relevant laws.

Skills

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with various stakeholders across the institution.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to implement strategic policy initiatives.

Supplemental Information

To apply, please include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three supervisory references including the most recent supervisor.

Finalists for this position are subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

Organization

Johnson C. Smith University, a 155-year-old historically black liberal arts college dedicated to serving a diverse student body, is located in Charlotte, NC. The University has a rich history and is heralded as one of the best of the Historically Black Colleges and Universities in the nation, serving 1400 students in undergraduate, graduate, non-traditional and adult programs. Johnson C. Smith University continues to gain a strong national reputation for integrating the liberal arts with business, the sciences and technology. For more information, please visit http://www.jcsu.edu.

Johnson C. Smith University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability or veteran’s status as it relates to student enrollment or hiring. Johnson C. Smith University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award baccalaureate and master's degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Johnson C. Smith University.