Vice President of Academic Affairs

About the role

The Vice President of Academic Affairs manages instruction and curriculum development functions of a diverse teaching population in a variety of academic programs to ensure equity and integrity of educational programs. Areas of responsibility include Accreditation, Curriculum & Assessment, Instruction, Registrar Operations, and Student Affairs. The incumbent provides leadership, management and vision necessary to ensure compliance and accountability to outcome.

Responsibilities

• Assigns, directs, coordinates, and assesses the work of Academic Affairs Directors and corresponding departments.
• Analyzes institutional reports and data to develop strategic initiatives to achieve strategic academic goals for student outcomes including but not limited to graduation, licensure, retention, and first course success.
• Provides leadership and supports strategic and operational accreditation initiatives while ensuring compliance.
• Develops and implements systems to ensure effective faculty hiring, professional development, and evaluation of teaching and learning.
• Provides strategic leadership as Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) to support accreditation readiness, reporting, and ongoing compliance.

Requirements

• Manages the following departments: accreditation, curriculum & assessment, instruction & student services, registrar services, and online academics.
• Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the team’s functions.
• Carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s required, Master’s preferred.
• With an emphasis in education administration, accreditation and leadership development.
• Required degree(s) must be from institutions accredited by recognized U.S. accrediting agencies.
• Degrees from non-U.S. institutions are recognized only if equivalence has been established and provided.
• The ideal candidate will have an advanced degree and 5+ years of experience.

Competencies

• Responds to change with a willingness and ability to learn new ways of working.
• Adapts approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
• Develops and delivers communication that conveys a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Listens to others and allows them to make their point.
• Demonstrates personal integrity; serves as a positive example of why others should trust the motives of the organization; views self as a reflection of the organization by following through on commitments and accepting ownership of mistakes; treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others and upholds organizational values.
• Supports organizations goals and values.
• Approaches other in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follow through on commitments.

Pay

The starting pay range for this position is $100,000 - $135,000 annually.

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