Assistant Vice President for Academic Student Support Services

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master's, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master's and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University's residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.

The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, "Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge." We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres-a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

The Assistant Vice President ( AVP) for Academic Support Services provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for a comprehensive suite of student-centered programs designed to promote academic success, retention, and persistence. Reporting directly to the Provost, this role leads key support units and collaborates across divisions to foster a supportive and achievement-oriented learning environment. This position requires a dynamic and collaborative leader with strong commitment to student development and success.

Key Responsibilities:

In partnership with the directors, this position has oversight responsibilities for the following areas and their respective charges:

Academic Advising

Career Services

Accessibility Services

Tutoring & Academic Support

HEOP/ TRIO/ CSTEP

Supervise five direct reports who serve as directors of their areas.

Well-lighted, well-ventilated, pleasant work area.

Full-time, 35-hour work week

Start date negotiable, ideally before the start of spring semester.

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.

The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email ( titleix@sjfc.edu<> titleix@sjfc.edu>), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).

The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University's competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed here

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter that directly addressing the competencies of the position as well as explaining how s/he is prepared to fulfill the responsibilities of the position. a resume, and contact information for three professional references. Applicants must be eligible to work in the US. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the appointment is made. All materials submitted by May 1, 2025 will receive full consideration.