Vice President of Academic Affairs

Position SummaryThe Vice President is the Chief Academic Officer of the College. The Vice President reports directly to the President of the College, serves as a member of the President's Staff, provides leadership for the deans of the academic units and instructional support services for all sites. The Vice President for Academic Affairs participates in the decision-making process on topics such as employment practices, facilities planning and design, and budgeting. Additionally, the Vice President represents the College at appropriate community functions related to the College. This position is a contract position and ineligible for non-probationary status. Salary:  Range: Appropriate placement on ACCS Salary Schedule (Download PDF reader) B+: $100,936–$158,036Placement: Based on documented related full-time work experienceDoctorate Stipend: $2,000 annually (accredited institution) Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications and must submit a complete application packet through the on-line application system to be considered. A complete application consists of the following:An on-line application Current résuméCopy of college transcripts (Transcript of college work verifying degree requirement; must include degree awarded and date confirmed. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications. Applicants must provide information from previous employers documenting full-time related work experience if an offer is made.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAs Chief Instructional Officer of the College, provide leadership for the Instructional unit of the College at all sites.Provide leadership for the Instructional Support units for all sites of the College (Library and teaching labs).Direct development of annual schedule of courses to be offered at times and locations that is accessible for students and consistent with community needs.Ensure that full and part-time faculty are academically and technically qualified and diversely trained.Plan for the acquisition and distribution of technology used in instruction.Ensure programs of study are in compliance with SACSCOC and the Alabama Community College System policies and guidelines and with industry standards.Ensure that career technical and workforce training programs lead to student success and employment.Lead and support instructional innovation.Assess the effectiveness of instruction, instructional support and student services through ongoing evaluation and analysis of data.Conduct regular program and curriculum reviews. Ensure that supervised employees have appropriate professional development opportunities.Coordinate distance learning activities with the Information Technologies Division to ensure the expansion of distance learning courses and maintain an appropriate level of quality instruction.Provide leadership for appropriate administrative and instructional management systems for quality instruction.Perform all duties with professionalism.Perform other appropriate professional duties and responsibilities as may be assigned.QualificationsA minimum of a Masters degree from an accredited institution and a minimum of five years of successful full-time teaching experience is required. Earned doctorate degree is preferred. Experience utilizing computer technology to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others is required.Experience in ensuring compliance with principles of accreditation as set forth by a regional accreditation body such as the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) is required.Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate through their experiences and accomplishments: Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and deal with diverse tasks, employees, and students is preferred.Previous administrative experience preferred.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Teaching experience at the community college level. Experience in faculty leadership, evaluation and development.A strong record of academic administrative experiences in progressively responsible positions, which includes experience in budgeting, space utilization, facility planning, and academic program and policy development.Knowledge of a variety of instructional technology and alternative instructional delivery methods. Experience in fostering collaboration between academe and the business community.Experience in leading processes designed to ensure student satisfaction and student engagement.A record of achieving institutional goals and directing major projects from inception to completion.A sensitivity and commitment to the educational and personal goals of a diverse faculty, staff and student body at a multi-campus college.A record of compliance with state and federal education mandates and guidelines related to curriculum development, program implementation, financial aid and student privacy.A spirit of imagination, openness and congeniality coupled with the ability to act decisively, proactively and fairly.Creativity, energy and vision to help plan and lead the growth of a multi-campus college.A proponent of community engagement and service learning.Experience with fund-raising functions including grant development.