Vice President of Academic Affairs | Aurora, CO

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  • Location: Aurora, CO

  • Company: Southeast New Mexico College

experience required. Equivalency: Any equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience as approvedby the Human Resources Department. FLSA Status: Exempt Level: 15Salary: DOE Campus Information: Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newlyindependent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs ofits region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMCoffers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools. Southeast New Mexico College enjoys

the strong support of its community, and has beenawarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U. S. Department of Energy andseveral multimillion-dollar grants from the U.

S. Department of Education for student support. The college s diverse employee pool includes 38 full time faculty, 69 adjunct faculty, and 102 staffmembers. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from itswebsite at Purpose and Scope: Reporting to the President, the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) oversees all activitiesand is responsible for maintaining the academic integrity

of the institution at Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC). The VPAA has the primary responsibility of leading the development, implementation, and management of academic accreditation, backssment, and strategicpartnerships through collaborative efforts across Southeast New Mexico College.

This positionformulates, recommends, and implements Academic Affairs policies and procedures. In addition, the Vice President develops, maintains, and enhances academic programs; promotes a culture ofstudent learning and development and cultivates creative approaches to teaching and learning. Duties and Responsibilities: Collaborates and provides the leadership to create a long-term vision for Academic Affairs, which will enhance the College's educational mission.

Provides vision, leadership and direction for the College's academic programs includingcurriculum and instruction, service, research, and scholarship. Develops and implements the College's academic initiatives, ensuring the alignment withthe College's Strategic Plan, mission, and vision. Works collaboratively with the President and other Executives to ensure student access, persistence, and success. Works cooperatively with the President to provide comprehensive offerings and developpartnerships with business and industry, and community-based organizations.

Works closely with schools, colleges, universities, businesses, community groups, and the Board of Trustees to provide relevant information, consultation, and recommendations oneducational matters. Provides leadership in developing, implementing, and maintaining course curriculum andtraining programs that respond to community needs and prepare students for transferand career success. Conducts studies of and makes recommendations for the improvement of teaching, learning procedures, curricula, evaluation, course planning, academic record keeping, theuse of educational media, educational programs, and all other elements of the academiclife and work of the College.

Promotes the professional growth and development of the faculty through in-servicetraining, participation in professional organizations, the use of consultants, stimulatingfurther academic study, and in other ways. Monitors and evaluates quality and cost effectiveness of academic programs. Evaluates course enrollment, persistence, and graduation trends; ensures strategic classscheduling to address student needs and maximize productivity. Evaluates effectiveness of instruction through student course evaluations, course syllabi, institutional data, classroom visits and departmental reports.

Responsible for the completion of the annual performance evaluation process for full-timefaculty. Participates in the promotion and tenure process. Initiates contacts and maintains ongoing relationships with other colleges and universitiesto build the College's capacity and reputation. Completes reports to the Board of Trustees, the New Mexico Higher Education Department, the U. S. Department of Education, and other agencies concerning academicmatters of the College.

Works cooperatively with faculty as well as Grant and Institutional Research Offices tosecure funding for curriculum development and improvement. Establishes business and industry as well as community partnerships to strengthen andimprove academic programs. As directed by the President, represents the institution to executive and legislativegovernments at the local, state, and national levels; may assist in determining budgetarypriorities and develops, recommends, and implements the annual academic budget. Oversees the recruitment, selection, and professional development of faculty and staff.

Utilizes institutional data in decision-making, including the evaluation of academicprograms and services. Collaborates with and supports the Executive Team (Executive Vice President of Businessand Finance, Vice President of Student Services, Vice President of Workforce Developmentand Community Engagement, and the President) in leading the College. Maintains a positive, productive high profile within the region, including business partnersand other educational institutions. Develops and fosters positive and productiverelationships between the College and its various constituencies. Performs other special assignments and projects either at the request of or with theapproval of the President.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standardsapplicable to the job. Understanding of the College's mission, vision, and goals. Working knowledge of academic affairs operations. Knowledge of the operation of complex organizations, or educational orgovernmental systems. Knowledge of State and Federal Laws as they relate to education, research, funding, personnel management among others; principles and practices of organization andadministration; principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.

Familiarity with higher education accreditation in the United States, Higher Learning Commission experience preferred. Knowledge of and commitment to diversity and inclusivity as critical components oforganizational success. Strategic and tactical planning; complex problem analysis and resolution; publiccontact and relations; sensitive oral and written communication. Excellent communication skills, ability to listen to new ideas and to respond in atimely manner to faculty, students, and staff. Skill in working effectively with personnel conflicts and concerns.

Demonstrated ability to administer in a fair, thorough, and thoughtful way. Ability to solve problems and deliver difficult messages with kindness andconsideration. Ability to work independently and to establish and maintain a high degree ofpersonal and departmental integrity and openness with students, faculty and staff. Ability to collaborate and negotiate with diverse individuals and organizations. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Negotiate with others on proposals and programs as they relate to the academicsuccess of the institution.

Skillset including effective leadership, public relations, and managing academicaffairs. Excellent interpersonal skills and a personal commitment to equity. Ability to work effectively in a collegial environment and deliver results with limitedresources leveraging college and community partnerships. Strong detail orientation and ability to multi-task with little direct supervision. Ability to work under pressure with multiple interruptions and meet deadlines. Function as a team player in a diverse working environment. Ability to handle sensitive and extensive confidential data.

Problem solving skills and the ability to lead, instruct, handle a large variety of details, and to work with all levels of the organization. Work Environment and Physical Demand: Reach and grasp objects Stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, or crawl Use of video display terminal Use of manual dexterity and fine motor skills Communicate information orally and in writing Receive and understand information through oral and written communication Proofread and check documents for accuracy Work a fluctuating work schedule Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughoutmost of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amountsof interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keeptrack of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources and business processes.

Thisjob description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of thejob. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functionsand responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned tothe position.

Affirmative Action Statement: SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence throughdiversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, interaction, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, interactionual orientation, genetic information or anyother protected characteristic under applicable law. recblid qq19pbtlgdqb1voe492ck1wmupmuh8 Associated topics: administrative, administrative coordinator, asso, associate, chief operations officer, facilities, food, operation, operational support, operations director

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