CSUF Careers Listing

Job Title

Associate Vice President of Student Affairs, Strategic Enrollment Management

Classification

Administrator III

Auto Req. ID

556453

Salary Range

Classification Range $6,891 - $22,119 per month

(Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $16,000 - $19,400 per month)

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM           

Why CSUF

California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is a leading public university known for its strong academic programs and commitment to student success. As one of the largest campuses in the CSU system, CSUF fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. The university values teaching, research, and service, creating an environment where students, staff, and faculty can thrive. Joining CSUF means becoming part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact. We continuously seek individuals from various career disciplines that share the University’s mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.  

Department

The purpose of the Vice President of Student Affairs Office at Cal State Fullerton is to transform the lives of the students academically, personally and professionally, equipping all with the knowledge and skills required for success. We seek an exceptional individual to join our team as the Associate Vice President of Student Affairs, Strategic Enrollment Management (Administrator III). The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to inclusivity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

Duties and Responsibilities

Reporting directly to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management (VPSASEM), the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Student Affairs, Strategic Enrollment Management is a member of the Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management Leadership Team. The AVP administers policies affecting the academic and developmental needs of students and has direct responsibility for overseeing the directors of assigned units, supporting them in planning, and implementing programs, budgets, personnel matters, and policies. Serves on various university committees and fosters an appreciation for students from various ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic backgrounds. The AVP is instrumental in promoting CSUF as a Hispanic-Serving Institution and Asian/ Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. Seeks grant-funding sources and raises funds for scholarships. Represents CSUF at various community and government relations events. Assists the VPSASEM in providing overall administrative leadership for the Division of Student Affairs and Strategic Enrollment Management and serves in the Vice President's place when necessary.

Develops and implements programs and projects within the division. Manages individual student problems, complaints, and issues as necessary. Serves as the lead for the division's Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) strategic plan and support for the University Strategic Plan. Assists with the division's assessment. The AVP has campus­wide responsibilities including working with the offices of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President of Administration and Finance, University Advancement, Vice President for Information Technology, the Division of Human Resources and Inclusive Excellence, and other units to enrich student life and the student experience. The AVP for Strategic Enrollment Management is responsible for oversight of departments that build pipelines of college success from outreach, admission, educational funding, community engagement, and career development. The AVP serves as a liaison to Strategic Educational Partnerships and a member of the campus Strategic Enrollment Management team. Other duties as assigned.

Inclusive Leadership Statement

Inclusive Leadership Statement is required below, please be sure to address the following as a minimum. Please add additional information as you see necessary and applicable:

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.

• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.

• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Essential Qualifications

Master's degree from an accredited college or university in a related field. Seven to ten years of higher education experience including both supervisory and budgetary responsibilities. Candidate must have significant progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, including oversight of multiple student affairs and enrollment management functions such as admissions, financial aid, outreach, student success programs, and career services. Demonstrated ability to lead and supervise senior staff, manage complex organizational structures, and implement strategic initiatives are essential. The successful candidate will have experience with strategic enrollment management, data-informed decision-making, and program assessment to improve student retention, persistence, and graduation outcomes.

In addition, the role requires a strong commitment to DEI, with demonstrated experience supporting historically underserved student populations and advancing equity-focused initiatives. Proven ability to collaborate effectively across divisions, engage with community and external partners, and represent the university in high-level meetings and public forums is required. Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are essential, along with the ability to manage sensitive student issues, respond to crises, and support institutional policies and compliance. Familiarity with student information systems and the use of technology to enhance student services is also expected.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to complete the background check satisfactorily may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.  

License/Certifications

A valid California driver’s license.

Special Working Conditions

Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator

Benefits at a Glance

• An array of health plans that include prescription drug coverage
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Income protection benefits including life insurance and disability
• Retirement plan through CalPERS
• Tuition waiver for employees and dependents if eligible
• FlexCash (in lieu of health and dental)
• Employee Assistance Programs
• 15 paid holidays

See our CSUF Benefits website for additional information.

Additional Information

California State University, Fullerton is committed to fostering an environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. We welcome individuals ready to make an impact on student and staff success to apply and become part of the Titan Community. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

Cal State Fullerton is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination based on regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, national origin, or any other protected status.

As of January 1, 2022, the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

The scope of responsibilities for this position includes the making or participating in the making of decisions that may have a material financial benefit on the incumbent. Therefore, you will be required to file an initial “Conflict of Interest Form 700: Statement of Economic Interests” within thirty (30) days from date of hire and on an annual basis; and complete the CSU sponsored ethics on-line training within thirty (30) days of appointment, and at least once during each consecutive period of two calendar years following the appointment.

The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and must comply with the requirement outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) position under the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. CSAs are responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act Crimes reported to them or that they witness. CSA training is required.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as a Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant, or Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function; the inability to meet attendance requirements may preclude the employee from retaining employment.

Employee/applicant who applies for a position may be required to successfully complete job-related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.  

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration. 

California State University, Fullerton is not currently sponsoring any new H-1B petitions for staff, management, or faculty positions.