Job Description

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.

Compensation: The starting pay range for this position is $95,000 - $120,000 annually.

Essential Duties and 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.
• Develop and implement 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.

Supervisory Responsibilities: 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. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competency: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Core 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. Is keenly aware of the time frame in which tasks or projects needs to be done; accepts and mirrors the level of urgency conveyed by the manager or customer being served; puts first priority on the needs of the organization or the needs of its customers. Fosters collaboration and teamwork across the Institution.

– 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.

Job Competencies

• Grasps demands and threats created by conditions and trends in the environment and responds by focusing on the critical improvements in performance and capability needed for long-term success.
• Considers the needs and objectives of the organization and defines critical priorities of the business as a whole.
• Consistently achieves results within established timelines and shows resilience when faced with obstacles.
• Paints a compelling picture of the vision and strategy that inspires others to action.
• Cultivates trust and respect. Creates commitment and connection to the organization and its goals.
• Creates a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• Translates company strategies and objectives into concrete performance and improvement goals for the function, department or unit and actively participates in reviews and discussions to assure plans and progress have the needed business impact.
• Creates the environment where accountabilities are clear, and work is done effectively and efficiently with high energy and commitment upon completion.
• Provides direction, delegates, and removes obstacles to get work done.
• Uses compelling reasoning to gain the support and commitment of others.
• Engages others in sound processes for thinking through problems aligned with company values, policies, and relationships.

Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

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.

– Previous academic dean experience.

– Previous Supervisor experience.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk; and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

All qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment. To ensure the safety and integrity of our operations, it is imperative that a review of all applicants' criminal history is conducted. Failure to do so poses a significant risk to the Employer, potentially compromising both business operations and the organization's reputation.

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates offered a position at San Joaquin Valley College Inc. will undergo a thorough background screening. This includes education verification, county and national criminal background checks, a motor vehicle report, and social security number trace/verification along with an address history search. Depending on the specific position, additional requirements may apply, such as drug testing, a Fraud and Abuse Control Information System check, and verification for access to the National Student Loan Database System.