Vice President for Student Experience

Capital University seeks an innovative, student-centered, and collaborative leader to serve as the inaugural Vice President for Student Experience (VPSE). Reporting directly to the President and serving as a member of the President's Cabinet, the VPSE will advance the University's mission to transform lives by empowering an inclusive community of learners through engaging academic, co-curricular, and professional experiences.

The Vice President will lead the newly formed Division of the Student Experience, integrating student affairs, student success, retention, and persistence efforts to provide a seamless, holistic student journey from orientation through graduation. The VPSE will serve as Capital's chief advocate for student well-being and belonging - ensuring that every student thrives academically, socially, emotionally, and spiritually within a community grounded in Lutheran values and a deep commitment to inclusion and open inquiry.

The University delivers undergraduate and graduate programs to over 2,400 students in the arts, sciences, humanities and professions, including graduate degrees in law, business, clinical mental health and school counseling, divinity and theology, social work, music, and education.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Provide visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Division of the Student Experience, aligning innovative, data-forward initiatives with Capital's mission, values, and strategic priorities. The VPSE oversees the following departments / areas :

• Academic success (Tutoring, Supplemental Instruction, Academic Coaching, and the Writing Center)
• Student Success (Student Success Coaching, Early Alerts / Interventions)
• Career Development

Student & Community Engagement

Student Success and Well-Being

Student Life and Engagement

Administrative and Operational Oversight

Collaboration and Partnership

Required Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

APPLICATIONS, NOMINATIONS, AND EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST

Confidential discussion, nominations, and inquiries about the position are encouraged and may be arranged by contacting the search chair, Dr. Darrell Bailey, Director of Athletics and Recreation at Capital University at CapuVPSE@capital.edu .

Capital University offers a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, family education benefits, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and free parking.

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer. Capital University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the law.

Capital University is currently unable to sponsor employment Visas or consider candidates who will require Visa sponsorship.