Job Details

Vice President of Academic Affairs

About the Company

Well-established community college

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1928

Employees
201-500

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Academic Affairs to provide strategic vision, leadership, and accountability for a wide range of academic operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for scheduling and teaching assignments, curriculum and program development, instructional planning and evaluation, academic assessment, and policy/procedure review. This role also involves overseeing the recruitment of qualified faculty, ensuring institutional effectiveness, and leading efforts in accreditation and compliance with regulatory agencies. The Vice President will create a positive working environment, supervise academic and instructional staff, and direct professional development activities to enhance faculty teaching and student learning.

Applicants for the Vice President of Academic Affairs position at the company must have a Masters degree (earned doctorate preferred) and demonstrated administrative leadership experience in a community college setting. The role requires knowledge of EEO principles, experience in faculty supervision, and familiarity with LMS and instructional technologies in online education. The ideal candidate will have experience in budget planning, management, and grant writing, as well as a commitment to supporting diverse student experiences and equitable outcomes. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills are essential, as is the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of individuals. The Vice President will also be expected to stay current on state and national trends in higher education and to collaborate with faculty in alignment with the faculty Master Agreement.

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration