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Chief Student Affairs Officer and Dean of Students in the University

Chicago, IL, USFull-time2026-10-22 → 2026-11-11
Based in United States

Core

Senior student affairs leader responsible for advancing a comprehensive strategy for student life and the student experience across undergraduate, graduate, and professional education at a complex research university.

Role type

C-suite executive (Chief Student Affairs Officer and Dean of Students)

Builds

A positive comprehensive strategy for student life, student resilience, well-being, and campus community aligned with the university's academic mission.

Domain

Higher Education / Student Affairs / Campus Life

Required skills

Strategic judgment, relationship-building, financial and operational acumen, crisis leadership, policy development, organizational stewardship, stakeholder alignment, vision setting, team building.

Preferred skills

Experience in academically rigorous environments, ability to navigate ambiguity and complexity, adaptability, resilience.

Technologies

None stated

Responsibilities

Provide strategic counsel to the President and Provost on student experience matters; shape and advance a comprehensive vision for student life; anticipate emerging trends in higher education; lead teams and experiences for students; build and inspire high-performing teams; steward financial and organizational resources; serve as a visible ambassador for the University; lead responses to complex student-related issues and crises; oversee development and implementation of student life policies; provide leadership for the network of area Deans of Students; advocate for a student experience promoting well-being and belonging.

Seniority

C-suite / Executive