Vice President, Students
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Job Description
The University of British Columbia seeks a Vice President, Students to lead student housing, health and wellbeing, athletics, and career development across its campuses. This executive role requires a proven track record in managing complex student portfolios within a large academic institution, preferably multi-campus. Candidates must possess experience in policy development, operational planning, financial acumen, and fostering an exceptional, student-centered experience.
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Key Responsibilities
- UBC also is the largest provider of student housing in Canada, with accommodation for more than 16,000 students across the Vancouver and Okanagan campuses.
- Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor, the Vice President, Students (VPS) serves as the institutional leader in the areas of student housing and community services, student health and wellbeing, athletics and recreation, and career development on both UBC campuses.
- As a member of the President’s Executive Team, the VPS provides cohesive, strategic leadership, ensuring a unified and coordinated student‑centred service approach delivered through nine teams led by seasoned senior leaders.
- The VPS leads and cultivates institutional structures and programs to ensure UBC provides an exceptional student experience
- where all students achieve their full potential, contribute to a civil and sustainable society, have access to enhanced student learning opportunities, and are challenged to reach their full potential through an environment that is student-centred, that fosters collaboration across student-facing services, and enables all students to thrive academically, personally, and professionally.
- Applications are sought from executive leaders who have a substantial, successful, and proven track record leading a complex and diverse students’ portfolio in a large, research based academic institution, experience that preferably spans a multi campus environment is a strong asset.
- Experience ideally includes the development of university-wide policies, short- and long-term operational plans, financial acumen and budgetary accountability, leadership best practices, and the creation of new campus initiatives.
- To learn more about this impactful leadership opportunity with the University of British Columbia, please submit a comprehensive resume along with a cover letter in confidence to Jane Griffith ( jane@griffithgroup.ca ) and/or Caroline McLean ( caroline@griffithgroup.ca ) or visit https://griffithgroup.ca/ubc-vice-president-students/
About This Position
When do applications close for this position?
Applications for Vice President, Students at University of British Columbia close on 31 December 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.
What does this position pay?
The advertised salary for this role is CAD 325,000 – 350,000. The final offer within the band depends on qualifications and experience, as set by University of British Columbia's enterprise agreement.
Where is this position based?
The position is based at University of British Columbia, in Vancouver, British Columbia, CA. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.
How do I apply for this job?
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