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Associate Vice President for Student Success - Student Retention, Progression and Graduation

Georgia Southern University
United States, Georgia, Statesboro
Oct 23, 2025
Associate Vice President for Student Success - Student Retention, Progression and Graduation Job ID: 291624 Location: Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 'high research' university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses ' the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville ' Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of 'America's Best-In-State Employers' for 2025. Location Statesboro Campus - Statesboro, GA Department Information EVPEMSS Job Summary The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Student Success provides visionary leadership to advance Georgia Southern University's mission of promoting access, academic excellence, and holistic student achievement across all campuses. Reporting to the Executive Vice President for Enrollment, Marketing, and Student Success, the AVP leads an integrated network of academic and co-curricular support services'including advising, academic success initiatives, student-athlete services, and first- and second-year experience'designed to enhance student retention, progression, and completion. This position plays a pivotal role in aligning institutional strategy, academic partnerships, and data-informed practices to drive equitable, coordinated, and sustainable student success from enrollment through graduation and beyond. The AVP consistently exhibits service, collaboration, and excellence as championed by the Division of Enrollment, Marketing and Student Success. Responsibilities Provide strategic leadership, vision, and oversight for the Center for Advising, Retention, and Completion, Academic Success Center, Student-Athlete Services, and First and Second Year Student Experience. Oversee strategic planning, budget management, personnel supervision, and alignment of unit priorities with divisional and institutional goals. Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive, coordinated, and differentiated student success model that integrates academic, co-curricular, auxiliary, and support services to foster retention, progression, and completion. Collaborate across colleges, divisions, and campuses to identify and remove barriers to student success, strengthen pathways for academic progression, and create a holistic environment that supports student achievement from entry to post-graduation outcomes. Collaborate with the Provost's office to identify curricular barriers to academic progression, participate in the curriculum development process via curriculum committees, and ensure effective first and second-year student experiences with high engagement of general education requirements and critical pathways for progression and graduation across all programs. Lead student success information and technology strategies, including the building and maintaining of data systems, performance and indicator tools, predictive analytics, and facilitating university-wide student success strategies leveraging these tools. Serve as a university-wide advocate for student success by effectively communicating goals, outcomes, and initiatives to internal and external stakeholders, fostering transparency, engagement, and alignment with institutional priorities. Cultivate partnerships with external organizations, community colleges, and agencies to enhance transition pipelines, secure funding opportunities, and expand support services that strengthen student success and completion. Monitor and interpret demographic trends, state and system-level policies, legislation, and national best practices related to student success; and ensure these insights are effectively disseminated across the university to inform strategy, planning, and practice. Foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth across all student success units by developing and implementing staff training, leadership development, and performance assessment initiatives that align with divisional and institutional goals. Required Qualifications Educational Requirements Terminal Degree Required Experience At least eight (8) or more years of progressive experience and leadership in higher education Effective leadership in student success (retention, progression, and graduation efforts) within an academic unit/department with demonstrated results and increasing levels of responsibility Preferred Qualifications Preferred Experience Previous experience at a multi-campus institution Proposed Salary Commensurate With Experience This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to Attach Resume Cover Letter Two (2) Professional References Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities ABILITIES Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position Demonstrated ability to listen, to synthesize information from a variety of constituents, and use that information to build consensus and/or make decisions. KNOWLEDGE Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success Experience using and analyzing data to lead, develop, and evaluate strategic initiatives that improve student success. Knowledge of best practices for fostering student success and implementing change across an organization. SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills A successful track record of consensus building, and collaborative approaches to leading complex student success initiatives. Strong oral and written communication skills with experience creating and delivering effective presentations to internal and external audiences. Demonstrated proficiency in data systems such as Slate, EAB Navigate, Degree Works, and Banner. Apply Before Date October 28, 2025 Application review may begin on October 24, 2025. Contact Information For more information or questions about a job posting, please contact the Department of Human Resources by phone at (912) 478-6947 or by email at hrservice@georgiasouthern.edu. For technical support, please call the USG Service Desk at (877) 251.2644, or email support@usg.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Conditions of Employment Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request. Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University. Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation. Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community. Proof of valid Driver's License upon hire and throughout employment Equal Employment Opportunity Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947. Other Information Must be able to perform duties and responsibilities with or without reasonable accommodation Work generally performed in an office environment Workweek may occasionally extend beyond 40 hours Travel may be required Background Check Position of Trust + Education To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=291624&PostingSeq=1 jeid-f60112e28d34204c94bbdcfc411597d7