Job Title: Vice Provost School of Law and Public Service
Reports to:Provost
Salary: $190,000 - $250,000
Job Summary:
The Vice Provost provides leadership for the planning, implementation and evaluation of credit hour programs in their respective fields, in addition to serving as an advocate for students, faculty, instructors, local business and industry. Additional responsibilities include assisting and advising the Provost in matters pertaining to professional and technical education, and actively engaging with community and employer partners for the purpose of creating new partnerships, responsive programs, and revenue opportunities.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the purpose of community colleges.
- Progressive experience as an academic administrator involving graduate or undergraduate programs, including responsibility for budget, personnel recruitment, and evaluation.
- Experience in strategic planning, assessment of program(s) effectiveness, and development of guidelines to enhance academic units within the institution and with accrediting bodies.
- Knowledge of curriculum design and its application to sound academic management.
- Demonstrated negotiation, consultative, and facilitation skills particularly in academic environments and with academic leaders and faculty.
- Demonstrated ability to function independently and at a high level in a fast-paced environment.
Core Skills
Vision and Strategic Thinking:
- The ability to set a clear and inspiring vision for the academic school, aligning it with the mission and strategic goals.
- Strategic thinking to develop and implement plans that promote growth and excellence in education.
Educational Expertise:
- Strong academic credentials and subject matter expertise relevant to the school's programs.
- Understanding of the latest trends and innovations in pedagogy and curriculum development.
Collaboration and Team Building:
- Skill in building and leading, high-performing teams, fostering a collaborative culture.
- The ability to promote cross-disciplinary and cross-functional collaboration to enhance the student experience.
Communication Skills:
- Effective communication skills to articulate the school's mission, goals, and achievements to internal and external stakeholders.
- Strong listening skills to understand the needs and concerns of faculty, staff, and students.
Student-Centered Focus:
- A commitment to student success, including implementing initiatives to improve retention, graduation rates, and academic achievement.
- A strong understanding of the unique needs of students, including those from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds.
Data-Driven Decision-Making:
- Proficiency in data analysis and the ability to use data to inform decision-making and program improvements.
- A focus on outcomes assessment and continuous improvement in educational offerings.
Innovation and Adaptability:
- Willingness to embrace innovation and adapt to changes in the educational landscape, including technology and teaching methods.
- The ability to anticipate and respond to emerging trends in higher education.
Resource Management:
- Strong financial acumen for managing budgets and resources efficiently while prioritizing academic quality.
- Grant writing and fundraising skills to secure additional resources for the school.
Advocacy and Representation:
- Advocacy for the academic school and its faculty, staff, and students within the college administration and in the broader community.
- Building strong relationships with external partners, such as local businesses and industry stakeholders.
Ethical Leadership:
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical and transparent leadership, with a strong sense of integrity and social responsibility.
- Upholding the highest ethical standards in all interactions and decision-making.
Adaptability and Resilience:
- The ability to create a welcoming environment for all members of the school community.
- The ability to handle the challenges and pressures of leading an academic school in a complex and ever-changing educational landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee Faculty and Academic managers, with direct responsibility for academic excellence initiatives: Curriculum Strategy, SLO / Assessment, Tutoring and supplemental academic support, Instruction and Faculty professional development
- Develop and maintain student pathways and degree maps within the School, ensuring students have the ability to take the courses and programs they need to reach economic security and success.
- Oversee each school-specific program and Faculty, Admin, or Staff member across geographic location, ensuring consistency of offerings to create a seamless student experience.
- Work with Workforce & Advancement team to ensure student opportunities with community and workforce partners during their time in the program and after completion.
- Coordinate with Academic Services team to provide academic support for students through access to tailored resources (e.g., library, tutoring).
- Ensure excellence of curriculum and offerings through benchmarking and assessment of school and community needs.
- Completes required Professional Development training hours per academic year.
- Leads and facilitates initiatives that are critical of the Office of the Provost.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master’s degree required (earned doctorate preferred) as confirmed by official transcripts.
- Five (5) years of progressively responsible teaching, administrative and/or educational leadership experience.
- Three (3) years upper level administrative/supervisory experience in a community college/higher education environment.
- Demonstrated successful experience in leadership, strategic planning, fiscal management, resource allocation and personnel supervision.
- Demonstrated distinguished record of teaching, scholarly publications, and/or creative accomplishments that exhibit commitment to academic excellence.
- ***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.***
