College Vice President assists the College President in overseeing a single campus or institution. Works closely with academic deans to plan, implement, and coordinate the educational programs of the college. Being a College Vice President requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to college president. The College Vice President manages a business unit, division, or corporate function with major organizational impact. Establishes overall direction and strategic initiatives for the given major function or line of business. Has acquired the business acumen and leadership experience to become a top function or division head. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY The Vice President for Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer for the college and as such reports directly to the President. The Vice President's position has both delegated and direct line administrative responsibilities. The Vice President will serve on the President's Administrative Staff. Primarily responsible for the development, coordination, and delivery of quality instruction, the Vice President's responsibilities can be divided into four major areas: administration, budgeting, programs and courses, and instructors/directors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Manages subordinate supervisors who supervise a total of 300-400 employees, Regional and Online Instruction, College Library/Resource Center, and several short-term grant programs. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of these units. Also, directly supervises two non-supervisory employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing and hiring employees in accordance with Human Resource procedures; training, 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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience
Doctorate preferred; Master's considered. Experience in community college administration, teaching, marketing, and academic accreditation. Should have an administrative style that is compatible with participatory management.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints. Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style. Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.