Academies Committee: Vice Chair

The academies vice chair partners with the academies chair to create an engaging learning experience that helps higher education digital professionals grow as leaders. The chair and vice chair serve as a leadership team. Together, they guide the planning committee, coordinate key parts of the academy and help volunteers contribute successfully. They divide responsibilities based on their strengths, interests, availability and the needs of the academy rather than following a fixed task list. This role is a good fit for someone who wants to use their experience to develop others, strengthen the higher education digital community and grow as a volunteer leader. Responsibilities Help lead the committee Partner with the chair to set priorities, plan meetings and coordinate documentation and follow-up.Facilitate meetings or portions of meetings based on the agreed division of responsibilities.Help committee members understand assignments and deadlines and ensure action items are documented and followed up on. Step in for the chair when needed. Help shape the academy experience Work with the chair, committee and Digital Collegium staff to coordinate the academy timeline and participant experience.Provide backup support in areas that align with their strengths, such as program development, presenter support, technology or participant engagement. Support program coordination and continuity during the live Academy. Help evaluate the academy and identify improvements for future offerings. Recruit and develop volunteers Help recruit committee members when positions are open.Support volunteers in understanding their roles, completing their work and taking on meaningful responsibilities.Facilitate an environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures or backgrounds. Work as a leadership partner Coordinate with the chair to divide responsibilities and adjust workloads.Learn the chair’s responsibilities and the academy’s planning and delivery processes.Prepare to serve as academies chair for the following academy cycle. Qualifications Required Interest in helping other professionals grow and succeed.Ability to collaborate, listen and communicate clearly.Dependability in following through on shared commitments.Ability to organize work, priorities or people.Willingness to learn Digital Collegium’s Academy systems and processes.Membership in the association, which can be fulfilled at application. (Free general membership for higher education professionals would meet this requirement.) Preferred Experience leading or coordinating a team, committee, project or learning program.Familiarity with online learning or virtual events.Comfort with tools such as Google Drive, Slack and ClickUp.Previous participation in a Digital Collegium academy. Training, existing materials and support are available. Candidates do not need to have experience in every preferred area. Estimated time commitment The chair and vice chair divide the work based on availability, strengths and preferences. The time required will vary throughout the planning cycle. Typical Commitment Attend one virtual committee meeting each month.Spend about two to four hours per month on planning and follow-up during regular planning periods.Spend about two to four hours per week during the month before the academy.Participate for approximately four to eight hours during live academy weeks, depending on the program schedule and division of responsibilities. Attend a post-academy debrief and complete limited follow-up. The chair, vice chair, committee members and Digital Collegium staff share responsibility for delivering the academy. Existing timelines, templates and materials are available, and the role is not expected to manage the entire academy independently. Length of appointment One academy planning and course delivery cycle, usually 12 to 18 months. The vice chair is expected to serve as academies chair for the following academy cycle. This succession model gives the incoming chair experience with the program, committee and planning process before assuming primary leadership. Growth opportunities By serving as academies vice chair, you will have the opportunity to: Help current and aspiring leaders build confidence, skills and professional relationships.Gain experience leading a volunteer committee.Build experience in program development, volunteer coordination and online learning delivery. Expand your professional network across higher education.Prepare for future volunteer leadership opportunities.Participate in training and professional development activities.Access DigiCol volunteer rewards. Conference attendance Online Academy attendance is required, and registration is waived for this position. How to Apply To apply, select the following Apply for Job button, then use the supplied link. You will be taken to your Volunteer Profile form. Update your profile to include your interest in this position and your related qualifications.