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Vice President of Student Success

Position Number: 6277148
Location: Aurora, CO
Position Type: Student Affairs and Services

Vice President of Student Success

Community College of Aurora

Salary: $145,000.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 100044

Location: 16000 East CentreTech Parkway Aurora, CO

Department:

THIS IS AN INTERNAL POSTING. IF YOU ARE NOT A CURRENT CCA EMPLOYEE, YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Vice President of Student Success provides visionary, student-centered leadership for the Division of Student Success at the Community College of Aurora (CCA). As a member of the President's Executive Cabinet, this senior leader plays a pivotal role in advancing the college's mission and strategic goals by overseeing a comprehensive portfolio of student support services, including student leadership and civic engagement, career readiness, mental health and wellness, case management, food security, and student conduct. The Vice President of Student Success fosters a culture of equity, belonging, and continuous improvement, ensuring that all student success initiatives are grounded in data-driven practice and responsive to the diverse needs of CCA's student body. The role also includes oversight of major events such as Commencement and direct support for students through initiatives like the emergency funds and support services for special populations.
In alignment with CCA's commitment to educational access and student excellence, the Vice President of Student Success champions strategies that close equity gaps and promote retention, completion, and holistic student development. This role is responsible for ensuring institutional compliance with system-wide and federal policies related to student affairs, and serves as Deputy Title IX Coordinator for students. The Vice President represents the college in key system-level and community partnerships, and works collaboratively across departments to enhance the student experience. With a deep commitment to operational excellence, the Vice President of Student Success ensures responsible fiscal stewardship and seeks innovative funding opportunities that support student success and upward mobility.

OVERVIEW OF CCA

The Community College of Aurora serves our diverse community by providing high-quality instruction and support services to prepare students for transfer and employment. We are particularly interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds

We actively promote a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. CCA enrolls 11,000 students annually, over 62% of whom are students of color, including nearly 32% Hispanic students, 65% of CCA students receive some type of financial aid, including 52% of whom receive Pell grants, and nearly two-thirds are first-generation college students.

More than 20 different languages and 60 countries are represented at CCA. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers diversity, equity, and inclusion and we actively seek to employee partners who want to join us in working to reducing outcome gaps among our diverse student population.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administrative

Oversee and manage the operations and functions of the Division of Student Success, including: Student leadership and civic engagement programming, career readiness services, student case management services, mental health & counseling services, basic needs and wellness initiatives, student emergency fund, parenting student services, and student conduct and complaint processes.
Oversee Commencement event planning and oversight in coordination with the Dean of Student Success and Commencement Planning Committee.
Serve as operations manager for campus food security and service initiatives
Lead and collaborate on various student success projects and initiatives on behalf of the College President.
Provide student-centered leadership that values belonging and respect, promotes equity, and supports campus-wide efforts to increase student retention, success, and completion.
Promote positive student relations by maintaining effective lines of communication with students and serving as a strong advocate for the co-curricular needs of students.
Provide guidance on divisional policies, procedures, services, and activities to create more equitable outcomes for students.
Develop, manage, and ensure fiscally responsible annual budgeting for Division to ensure compliance of all applicable budget laws, policies, and guidelines.
Support and acquire additional revenue-generating opportunities for the college in collaboration with the College President and Executive Leadership Team.
Serve as a proxy to the President and perform additional duties as requested.

Strategic Planning & Data Driven Practice

Serve as a member of the executive cabinet which collaborates to implement the college's strategic plan, develop the college budget, and advise the president.
Implement Division strategies and assist in the development and administration of short- and long-term student success goals in alignment with institutional strategic plan.
Advise the President on all matters pertaining to Division and its impact.
Structure the division working strategies to ensure optimal results and the advancement of the institutional mission.
Establish and maintain a culture of data-driven practice, assessment and evaluation in relation to equitable student success practices within the Division.
Apply both quantitative and qualitative methods with an equity lens to assess the division's impact on diverse populations and to close equity gaps.
Implement of systems of accountability and assessment using data-driven metrics to measure progress towards Division-related goals.
Develop increased systems of accountability within Division to improve performance excellence.

Compliance & Partnership

Develop, review and monitor compliance with CCCS policies and System Chancellor's Procedures pertaining to student success.
In matters involving Title IX related situations, serve as the Deputy Title IX coordinator for students in collaboration with the Title IX Coordinator in Human Resources.
Serve as a member of the college's emergency planning committee to ensure the safety of students, employees, and visitors to CCA's campuses.
Serve as the college's representative on the CCCS Vice President's Council and other committees, boards and councils as assigned.
Ensure college website content is regularly updated and compliant with regulations.
Attend and support Student Government Association and other student-led organization events and programs.
Support positive relations for the college by becoming involved with community and civic organizations on behalf of the college.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in higher education, student affairs, counseling, public administration, or related field.
Progressive leadership experience within student affairs, student services, or related area within higher education.
Demonstrated experience developing and leading equity-focused student success initiatives using interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution skills with a demonstrated ability to work effectively across diverse populations.
Strong portfolio demonstrating understanding of strategic planning, budget management, and extensive personnel supervision in a higher education setting. This includes crisis response and student conduct process experience.
Experience and ability ensuring compliance with Title IX, ADA, FERPA, and other relevant regulations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in a Community College or similarly diverse, open-access institution.
Bilingual or multilingual proficiency, especially in languages commonly spoken in the community (e.g., Spanish, Amharic, Vietnamese).
Experience leading or supporting grant writing and fundraising efforts.
Prior involvement in commencement planning and student engagement initiatives.
Familiarity with the Colorado Community College System (CCCS).

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Salary Range: Anticipated starting salary range is $145,000.00 annually. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits. Full time employees immediately upon hire earn 15 hours a month annual leave and 10 hours a month sick leave.

Deadline to Submit Application Material: This is an internal only posting. The position will close at 11:59PM on Friday, June 6th, 2025.

Application Process: When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to HR@ccaurora.edu upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at HR@ccaurora.edu.

By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the Community College of Aurora; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.

Application Checklist

Complete Applications must include the following documents:

A complete online application
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office. Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your listed references without first providing notice to you as a candidate prior to beginning the reference check-process.
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation is required as part of your application. Please submit this as an attachment to your application. Please note that you have the right to redact dates from your transcript during the application process. A full, unredacted copy will be required upon hire.
For any questions or technical issues please contact HR@CCAurora.edu.

Notice to all Applicants:

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Notice to all Applicants:

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Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page.
Individuals currently or formerly employed by the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.
For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.

Colorado Residency Requirement:

Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the Community College of Aurora. Please contact HR@CCAurora.edu with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=6277148&targetURL= with any questions.

Community College of Aurora Inclusive Excellence Statement:

CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement.

Inclusive Excellence will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence.

We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.

Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.

The Federal Clery Act: (The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by Community College of Aurora, as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.

ADAAA Accommodations: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Erica Hines at (303) 340-7231 or erica.hines@ccaurora.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.

Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA): The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please contact us at(303) 340-7231 or Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.

Non-Discrimination Statement: The Community College of Aurora prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Erica Hines, Chief Human Resources & Personnel Success Officer at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207E, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by phone at (303) 340-7231 or e-mail at Erica.Hines@ccaurora.edu.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/auroraccco/jobs/4961770/vice-president-of-student-success

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