Job Description
Associate Vice President and Dean of Students
Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) welcomes applications, inquiries, and nominations for the position of Associate Vice President (AVP) and Dean of Students. Following the restructuring of the Divisions of Enrollment Management and Student Affairs, the AVP and Dean of Students will join the new Division of Enrollment and Student Engagement, led by the inaugural senior vice president for enrollment and student engagement Dr. Kent L. Willis, who began his service with the university on January 13, 2025.
The newest member of The University of Texas System, SFA is located in Texas's oldest town, Nacogdoches, and serves over 11,000 students. SFA kicked off the 2025 fall semester with its largest first-time undergraduate class ever. The university also celebrated its first increase in total enrollment since fall 2018.
SFA's Division of Enrollment and Student Engagement is organized into five units: Enrollment, Student Health & Well-Being, Student Engagement and Enrollment Administration, Campus Services and Operations, and Dean of Students. The Dean of Students oversees the areas of Student Conduct, Student Involvement, Student Development and Support, Campus Recreation, and has advisement/oversight of the Student Government Association.
The Dean of Students will work closely and collaboratively with Dr. Willis, division leadership, and staff in fostering an appreciation for the holistic student experience and creating a resourceful support system that contributes positively to overall student success and well-being. The new Dean of Students will also work across the campus to advance this vision of student success defined by holistic development, readiness for life and career, and meaningful connections across the university. This role offers an opportunity to join a forward-thinking leadership team dedicated to making a transformative impact at SFA and throughout the East Texas region.
To learn more about the university and position requirements, please review the search profile:
SFA is being assisted by Academic Search. Inquiries, nominations, and applications should be emailed to . Applications must include a cover letter that addresses the expectations and responsibilities discussed in the search profile , a CV, and a list of five professional references with full contact information and a note indicating the nature of your working relationship with each. No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. This position is open until filled, but only applications received by November 12, 2025, can be assured full consideration.
Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at .
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