Associate Vice President for the Student Experience & Dean of Students, West Chester University

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The Opportunity

West Chester University invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Vice President for the Student Experience & Dean of Students (AVPDOS).

Reporting to the Vice President for Student Affairs, the AVPDOS serves as a senior leader within the Division of Student Affairs and plays a vital role in the University’s broader leadership structure. As a key member of the division’s executive team, the AVPDOS collaborates closely with student affairs directors and institutional partners to advance student connection, belonging, and engagement, while continuously refining the overall student experience.

Serving as the second-in-command within the division, the AVPDOS provides leadership and administrative oversight for Student Conduct, Student Engagement, Student Experience, Residence Life and Housing, Student Connection and Belonging, and the University Union. The AVPDOS leads efforts to enhance student engagement and retention, foster a sense of belonging, and ensure alignment with best practices in student affairs while cultivating a supportive and inclusive campus environment.

How to Apply

Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting West Chester University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. 

Please submit full application packets here.

Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. The search will be conducted with a commitment to confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

Nominations and inquiries should be directed to:

Julie Holley, Search Manager and Associate Vice President of Executive Search
Email: julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com

Ann Bailey, Senior Executive Search Consultant
Email: annbailey@greenwoodsearch.com