Stockton University, one of the nation’s top public universities and recognized for its commitment to student-centered education, seeks a strategic, experienced and visionary leader to serve as Vice President for Student Affairs (VPSA). Reporting to President Joe Bertolino and serving as a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Vice President will lead a staff of 120 full-time employees and engage in strengthening a vibrant and future-oriented Student Affairs division.

Founded in 1969, Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the U.S. with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate areas of study, as well as continuing education opportunities. Stockton is committed to the positive development of southern New Jersey through scholarship and creative activity, civic engagement and active stewardship.

Stockton combines the academic, technological, and cultural advantages of a large institution with the community spirit of a small liberal arts college. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to a diverse student body through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, the sciences, and professional education. Stockton’s approach to learning provides students with a diverse, high-quality education and empowers them for fulfilling careers and meaningful lives while contributing to the social and economic vitality of the region. Stockton prides itself on its commitment to student learning, innovative programs, technology-enhanced academics and active co-curricular, high impact practices, including student research, education abroad, internships and service-learning.

The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located on the Boardwalk, just steps from the beach. Additional locations include Hammonton and Manahawkin.

The VPSA is the University’s senior Student Affairs officer and serves as a strategic partner with the president, provost, and the Senior Leadership Team. In this role, the VPSA provides direction and guidance to advance and support the University’s priorities of increased retention and graduation rates and a strong sense of community for residential, non- residential and online students.

A complete leadership profile with additional information about Stockton University and the responsibilities of the position may be found above.

Nominations and Applications

Review of applications will begin in October and will continue until a new Vice President for Student Affairs is appointed. To ensure full consideration, submit applications by October 17, 2025.

Interested applicants should submit:

• A letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with the desired leadership attributes and themes stated in the profile;
• Curriculum vitae/résumé; and
• Five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the candidate. 

All application materials will be received in full confidence and should be submitted electronically in PDF format through the AGB Search portal system at: Stockton University VPSA.

Questions regarding the application process should be directed to:

Stockton-VPSA@agbsearch.com

Nominations and Confidential Inquiries should be directed to:

Tamara Jhashi, Ph.D., Executive Search Consultant
tamara.jhashi@agbsearch.com  | (248) 821-4766

Jean Kim, Ed.D., Executive Search Consultant
jean.kim@agbsearch.com | (303) 638-7811

Additional information about Stockton University may be found at www.stockton.edu.

Stockton University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.