The Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs is the chief enrollment and student success officer for the Ivy Tech South Bend-Elkhart Campus, reporting directly to the Chancellor and serving as a member of the Cabinet-level leadership at the campus. This dynamic leader will provide strategic vision and direction for all aspects of student enrollment, support, and development throughout the student experience, fostering a positive and vibrant campus experience from initial inquiry through stackable credentials and beyond. The Vice Chancellor will champion student success, build strong community partnerships, and drive continuous improvement in
alignment with the college's strategic plan and core values.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement comprehensive enrollment management and student success plans that achieve campus and system-wide goals for enrollment, retention, completion, and student satisfaction. This includes data-driven decision-making, setting measurable goals, and regularly assessing progress to meet metrics. Ability to lead and motivate a team of dynamic Student Affairs professionals to impact and help students thrive. 
• Enrollment Management: Oversee all enrollment functions (admissions, financial aid, and recruitment) and implement innovative strategies to attract, enroll, and retain students. Collaborate with the system office on recruitment communications and ensure alignment with statewide initiatives. 
• Student Success: Design and lead implementation of student support programs and services, including Advising, First Year Initiatives, K-14, Student Life, Registrar, Student Success, and Student Advocacy. Foster a culture of student-centeredness and ensure that students have 
access to the resources they need to succeed. Collaborate with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs to integrate academic and student support services. 
• External Relations: Build and maintain strong relationships with K-12 schools, community organizations, workforce partners, and other stakeholders to create pathways for student success and promote the college within the community. 
• Collaboration and Communication: Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and system leadership to create a seamless and supportive student experience. Communicate effectively with prospective students, current students, and their families. 

• Compliance and Reporting: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and policies (FERPA, Title IV, Clery Act, Title IX, and other requirements.). Provide regular reports on enrollment, retention, and student success metrics. 
• Team Leadership: Provide leadership, coaching, and mentorship to Student Affairs staff. Foster a positive and productive work environment. 
• Budget Management: Oversee the development and administration of budgets for all areas of responsibility. 
• Chancellor's Cabinet: Serve as a member of the Chancellor's cabinet, contributing to campus-wide strategic planning and decision-making. 

Supervision Received: Chancellor 
Supervision Given: Advising, Enrollment, Financial Aid, First Year Initiatives, K-14, Enrollment, Student Life, Registrar, Student Success, Student Advocacy

Compensation: $121,500

Education and Experience:
• Master's degree in a related field required; doctorate preferred. 
• Demonstrated experience in enrollment management and student success leadership in a community college setting. 
• Seven to ten years of progressively responsible student affairs experience in a regionally accredited higher education institution is preferred. 
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans that achieve measurable results. 
• Strong understanding of student development theory and best practices in student support services. 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. 
• Experience with CRM systems and data analytics.

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

Health & Wellness

• Multiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contribution

• Dental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontia

• Vision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses

• Employee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

• Wellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness Rewards

• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent care

Retirement & Financial Security

• 10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two years

• Basic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverage

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent children

• Tuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs

• Paid professional development opportunities

Work‑Life Balance

• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recess

• Flexible work arrangements where available

• Paid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)

• Paid parental leave (4 weeks)

Additional Perks

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness

• Additional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail services

Ivy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future—because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Note: Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Job ID: JR0000107941