Vice President & Vice Provost, Student Success and Enrollment Management, Florida Gulf Coast University

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The Opportunity

Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) invites nominations, inquiries, and applications for the position of Vice President and Vice Provost for Student Success and Enrollment Management (VP). Reporting directly to President Aysegul Timur, with a dotted line to the Executive Vice President and Provost, the VP works collaboratively with other members of the President's Cabinet. This role provides leadership in delivering policies, programs, and activities that promote and advance the University's mission and strategic plan for improving student success. The VP ensures that the campus environment supports and nurtures the personal, cultural, and general welfare of the student body while maintaining the administrative, budgetary, and accountability functions of the Division of Student Success & Enrollment Management. They collaborate extensively with other campus leaders to drive improvements in student retention, persistence, four-year graduation rates, and post-graduation employability.

The VP oversees units such as Academic Engagement, Student Engagement, and Enrollment Management. They are responsible for developing policies, programs, and activities that foster an inclusive campus environment that supports the well-being and success of all students. This leader works strategically to promote a student-centered culture, leveraging data-driven approaches to enhance retention and graduation outcomes while supporting long-term institutional goals.

FGCU seeks a dynamic, forward-thinking individual with a passion for student success, a deep understanding of best practices in higher education, and the ability to inspire and lead a diverse, dedicated team. This is an exceptional opportunity for an innovative leader-in close collaboration with the Executive Vice President and Provost-to shape the future of student success and enrollment management at FGCU, ensuring that students not only achieve their academic goals but also thrive personally and professionally.

The Vice President and Vice Provost for Student Success and Enrollment Management (VP) at FGCU will lead a comprehensive portfolio designed to enhance the student experience, improve retention and graduation rates, and promote a culture of excellence across student success and enrollment management services. This role requires a student-centered leader with a demonstrated commitment to collaboration, innovation, and excellence in support of FGCU's student success and enrollment goals. The incoming VP will inherit a strong, dedicated team ready to advance FGCU's mission and elevate collaboration across academic and student affairs. This role is instrumental in fostering a culture where faculty, staff, and students feel valued, visible, and supported. This role provides a significant platform to reinforce FGCU's values and create a lasting impact on the campus community.

How to Apply

Jim Johnsen and Lois Stetson with Greenwood Asher & Associates are assisting Florida Gulf Coast University on this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Application materials should include:

• A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position;
• A current résumé/curriculum vitae

We strongly encourage submitting application materials as separate PDF attachments. 

All application materials should be submitted to the Greenwood Asher & Associates team via e-mail at: loisstetson@greenwoodsearch.com. Initial review of application materials will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made. For best consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by January 3, 2025.