Roxbury Community College Job Posting: Vice President of Academic AffairsRoxbury Community College is an urban, public, 2-year College serving a diverse community including peoples of color, recent immigrants and nontraditional populations. The College mission is to help students achieve educational goals through delivering high-quality transfer and career programs. RCC (Roxbury Community College) strives to honor traditional commitments, and to be responsive to new challenges and insights through workforce training, ESOL and community education.
The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age, and background. Roxbury Community College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Job Description: Position Title: Vice President of Academic Affairs
Unit: Non-Unit Professional (NUP)
Reports To: President
Date: October 2024
The Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the academic integrity and excellence of the institution. The VPAA provides strategic direction for academic programs, policies, and initiatives, ensuring alignment with the institution's mission, vision, and goals. This position involves collaboration with faculty, staff, and other stakeholders to foster an environment of academic innovation, excellence, and equity.
Requirements: Academic Leadership and Strategy: Develop and implement academic policies, programs, and procedures. Lead the academic planning process, including curriculum development and academic program review. Foster a culture of academic excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.Faculty Development and Management: Oversee faculty recruitment, retention, development, and evaluation. Promote professional development opportunities and support for faculty. Encourage and support faculty research, scholarship, and creative activities.Accreditation and Compliance: Ensure compliance with accreditation standards and requirements. Lead the institution's accreditation and reaccreditation processes. Stay current with federal, state, and local regulations impacting higher education.Budget and Resource Management: Develop and manage the academic affairs budget. Allocate resources to support academic priorities and initiatives. Seek external funding opportunities, including grants and partnerships.Collaboration and Partnerships: Foster collaborative relationships with other institutions, industry partners, and community organizations. Represent the institution in academic consortia, conferences, and professional organizations. Promote interdisciplinary and cross-functional collaboration within the institution.Assessment and Institutional Research: Oversee the assessment of student learning outcomes and program effectiveness. Utilize data and institutional research to inform decision-making and strategic planning. Promote a culture of evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Champion initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the academic community. Ensure equitable access to academic resources and opportunities for all students and faculty. Address and mitigate barriers to student and faculty success.Qualifications: Education: An earned doctorate or terminal degree in an academic discipline.Experience: A minimum of 10 years of progressive academic leadership experience, preferably in higher education.Skills: Strong leadership and management skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Strategic planning and organizational skills. Knowledge of accreditation standards and higher education regulations. Experience in budget and resource management. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Personal Attributes: Visionary and strategic thinker. Collaborative and team oriented. Integrity and ethical judgment. Innovative and open to new ideas. Student-centered and committed to academic excellence.Additional Information: Compensation: $170,000-$184,000.00 (Commensurate with experience and qualifications)
Employees of Roxbury Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits that include:
High quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)Reasonable Dental and Vision PlansFlexible Medical Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance AccountLow cost basic and optional life insuranceRetirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal TimeTuition Benefit for employees and dependents at state colleges and universitiesShort-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation optionsProfessional Development and Continuing Education opportunitiesQualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness ProgramCell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone CarriersAccess to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance programFree employee parking on the Roxbury CampusPublic Transportation is available to the College via the MBTA Orange Line Roxbury Crossing Station & connecting bus stops, an eight-minute walk to the campus.Location: Roxbury campus
Unit Status: Non-Unit Professional
Hours: 37.5 hours per week. The hours for this position may vary.
Expected Start Date: October 2024
The College does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Application Instructions: All applicants must apply online by submitting: ResumeNames and contact information for three (3) professional referencesSuccessful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.
Roxbury Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact Pat Noel, ADA Coordinator, at 857-701-1290 or ******.
ADA Compliance: The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education - Roxbury Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Roxbury Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at ******.
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