Summary: 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.

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.

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.