Vice President of Academic Affairs
Portland Community College
Requisition Number: 08910
Location: Sylvania Campus
Address: 12000 SW 49th Avenue, Portland, OR
Hours of Work: Varies
Position Status: Executive; Full-time; Exempt
Starting Salary Range: Salary Range: $141,519 to $205,206 per year. Starting Salary generally will not exceed the mid-point of the range and will be based on consideration of candidate's qualifications and experien
Job Close Date: Please apply by February 6, 2016 for best consideration
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the District President, the Vice President of Academic Affairs serves as the chief academic officer for the District to provide overall strategic leadership for educational program development and implementation, curriculum planning and development including E-Learning, and instruction for a multi-campus district. Works in close alignment with workforce development and community education. This is a new position for the PCC District and will provide an exciting opportunity for a leader to shape the future of Academic Affairs at PCC, and build new structures and processes in collaboration with experienced professionals dedicated to serving our students and faculty. Thus, the successful applicant must be a visionary, strategic, collaborative and innovative leader and team member. Academic and Student Affairs had previously been combined into one position and this job opportunity is part of an innovative effort toward equitable student success.
PCC serves nearly 90,000 full-time and part-time students, from all walks of life in the Portland area. We are committed to a culture which values human diversity and cultural competency for our students, our employees, and our partners. It is critical that the Vice President of Academic Affairs brings a strong focus on intercultural competence, equity and inclusion to the role.
In the official responsibilities, this key leadership position provides district-wide leadership to develop and maintain the comprehensive assessment program, ensures programs align with the College's mission, values and strategic plan, and serves as the Liaison Accreditation Officer between the College and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. In all duties, this District leader acts to continually strengthen teaching and learning to support high levels of student achievement and success.
College Mission
Portland Community College supports student success by delivering access to quality education while advancing economic development and promoting sustainability in a collaborative culture of diversity, equity and inclusion.
Portland Community College has a deep commitment to our newly adopted Strategic Plan (http://www.pcc.edu/about/administration/strategic-plan/). This five-year plan is framed around six interconnected themes and values. Distilled from each is a set of strategic intentions that will guide our future actions and inspire bold thinking:
Think Smart: Provide Outstanding, Affordable Education
Think Bold: Drive Student Success
Think Fearless: Ignite a Culture of Innovation
Think Powerful: Transform the Community through Opportunity
Think Proud: Create a Nationally Renowned Culture for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Think Accountable: Achieve Sustainable Excellence in All Operations
In addition, PCC's four accreditation themes are: Access and Student Success; Economic Development and Sustainability; Quality Education; and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
PCC is well respected and well liked. We successfully reach out to local, regional, and national constituents building strong partnerships with K-12, universities, business and industry, and government.
Our faculty and staff are dedicated to the mission of PCC. Student success is our number one priority, no matter your definition of "success." We offer a wide array of student services, resources, and financial assistance.
Social justice, accountability, and a strong sense of community are values we hold dear. PCC is a reflection of the Portland metropolitan area and we strive to make a positive socioeconomic impact within the region.
Responsibilities/Duties:
1. Provides District-wide vision and leadership for all areas of Academic Affairs. Leads the development and implementation of new educational initiatives and ensures the continual integrity and improvement of programs such as those related to accreditation, curriculum, articulation, academic planning and other associated policies, and programs.
2. Directs the ongoing evaluation and revision of College standards, policies, and procedures that address the most effective and student-centered delivery of academic programs and that support the College mission.
3. Works collaboratively with College leadership to develop, interpret and implement policy.
4. Responsible for planning, organizing and providing leadership for the comprehensive assessment plan throughout the District and with the contracting colleges. Responsible for faculty and staff development and coordinating assessment activities.
5. Responsible for maintaining accreditation status with the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities and development and submission of all notices, self-studies and reports submitted to the Commission.
6. Develops and maintains collaborative partnerships with secondary and post-secondary institutions to ensure effective academic transitions for students.
7. Manages the contracts for contracted colleges. Responsible for evaluating the effectiveness of the contracts and the quality of instruction in conjunction with contracting college staff. Prepares reports submitted to the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities on behalf of the contracting colleges.
8. Supervises management, confidential, professionals, paraprofessionals, technical/support and classified staff and performs both direct and indirect supervision through subordinates. Hires, evaluates, trains, disciplines and recommends dismissal of staff as necessary.
9. Manages the curriculum approval process based on College policies and procedures and Higher Education Coordinating Commission standards.
10. Collaborates with the Subject Area Committees (SAC's). Considers and approves curricular additions and change recommendations made by SACs. Evaluates and participates in development of curriculum in transfer, professional/technical, and developmental education for the College district. Directs, distributes and monitors district funds for specific curriculum work.
11. Works collaboratively with leadership teams for campuses and centers to advance student learning, engagement and program development and currency.
12. Works directly with senior District and campus leadership and in close collaboration with the Vice President, Student Affairs to achieve and monitor District-wide implementation of academic initiatives and to ensure a seamless student experience
13. Designs and coordinates internal and external assessments to identify current and emerging economic, social, political, and technological trends and issues that may impact students and/or the College.
14. Participates as a member of the College's management team that integrates educational, fiscal, technological, facilities, and personnel planning to ensure achievement of the College's vision and mission.
15. Serves as the chief Academic Affairs resource for the College.
16. Appoints college-wide ad hoc committees and task forces as needed.
17. Develops and maintains effective collaborative relationships with agencies and institutions at the local, state, regional, and national levels.
18. Leads and makes operational elements of the College's strategic plan related to Academic Affairs.
19. Plans, develops and implements assigned budgets within fiscal guidelines.
20. Advises leadership on higher education issues and implements strategic analysis as directed.
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's Degree from an accredited institution
- Eight (8) years of progressively responsible leadership experience which includes higher education or state agency experience; three (3) years of which is at the senior level.
Important Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:
- Leadership and managerial principles;
- Budgeting principles and practices;
- Accreditation standards;
- Diversity, equity and inclusion principles and best practices;
- Conflict mediation principles and practices;
- Public relations principles;
- Strategic management principles and practices;
- Program management and development principles;
- Higher education principles and practices;
- Technological systems as they apply to instruction and student support.
Skill in:
- Demonstrating a high level of intercultural competence, an understanding of the diverse identities and cultures of community college students and staff, and in developing and supporting inclusive communities;
- Applying strategic planning to effect change in a multi-cultural environment;
- Examining and re-engineering operations and procedures, formulating policy and developing and implementing new strategies and procedures;
- Employee development and performance management;
- Directing and providing leadership to subordinate staff;
- Providing strategic leadership;
- Planning, implementing, improving, and evaluating broad-based programs, policies, and procedures;
- Directing the development and management of budgets;
- Assisting in the administration of campus operations;
- Evaluating for compliance with applicable regulations and accreditation requirements;
- Speaking in public;
- Developing professional relationships and fostering collaboration;
- Evaluating research to identify potential solutions, resolve problems, or provide information;
- Mediating conflict.
Ability to:
- Develop and interpret financial data/plans and manage resources;
- Develop, interpret and implement policy;
- Promote dedication, creativity, innovation and growth;
- Work effectively with diverse academic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.
- Speak effectively to employees, faculty, staff and community groups;
- Use computer technology for communication, data gathering and reporting activities;
- Communicate effectively through oral and written mediums.
Special/Preferred Qualifications:
- Demonstrated understanding of the complexities within a large, diverse, multi-campus educational institution similar to Portland Community College
- Doctorate degree from an accredited institution
- Demonstrated success in working collaboratively on major change initiatives
- Significant years of impactful experience in a senior academic leadership position
Additional Posting Information:
Application Procedure
To Be Considered for this Position, Please Submit the Following:
1) Executive On-line Application Form
2) A Current Resume
3) A Cover Letter - In your cover letter, please address how you meet each of the minimum and preferred qualifications posted for this position. Please keep your cover letter to maximum of five (5) pages.
Selection Timeline
- Best Consideration Date: February 6, 2017
- Initial In-Person Interviews: Targeted for the Week of February 20, 2017
- Finalist Interviews & On-Campus Forums: Targeted for the Week of March 13, 2017
- Offer to Successful Candidate: Mid-March 2017
Interview and Forum dates will be posted on the www.pcc.edu once finalized.
Notes to Applicants
As an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
Upon hire candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for all degrees earned.
Applicants selected for hire will be required to pass a criminal background check as a condition of employment.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
Work is generally performed in an office environment with frequent interruptions and irregularities in the work schedule. Working hours may vary and occasional evening and/or weekend work is required. Frequent travel between college locations and outside the District is required.
Documents that must be associated with this posting:
Cover Letter
Documents which can be associated with this posting:
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
How to Apply
For complete job description and application instructions, visit: jobs.pcc.edu
As an Affirmative Action, Equal Employment Opportunity institution, PCC is actively seeking qualified minorities, women, disabled veterans, veterans and individuals with disabilities to enhance its work force and to reflect the diversity of its student body. Applicants with disabilities may request accommodation to complete the application and selection process. Please notify Human Resources at least three (3) working days prior to the date of need.
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