Virginia's Community College System
Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
Virginia's Community College System, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
Overview
Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a visionary and student-centered leader to serve as Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. Reporting directly to the President, this senior executive will oversee all academic and student services functions, fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and caring learning environment that promotes student success and community vitality. Role Details
Working Title: Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Role Title: 12 month Administrative Faculty Work Location: Tazewell - 185 Agency: Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Pay Range: $111,100 to $150,000 FLSA: Exempt Telework options: No (subject to business needs) Travel: Yes Emergency/Essential Personnel: No Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy: Serve as Chief Academic Officer, providing strategic leadership for academic and student affairs across all college locations. Guide college-wide initiatives, enrollment management, and long-range planning aligned with institutional goals. Use data to inform decisions and ensure continuous improvement and accreditation compliance. Academic Oversight: Supervise Academic Deans across divisions (Arts & Sciences, Business, IT, Health Technology, Workforce Development). Oversee curriculum development, course scheduling, faculty workload, and instructional quality in credit and workforce programs. Support faculty development and foster a culture of academic excellence and innovation. Student Services Oversight: Supervise the Dean of Student Success and Title IX Coordinator, overseeing enrollment services, student support, retention, and learning resources. Provide leadership for intercollegiate athletics and ensure compliance with governing bodies. Collaboration & Representation: Advise the President and serve on the leadership team and key committees. Represent the College at regional and state meetings. Build partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, employers, and community organizations. Ideal Candidate Profile
Collaborative, flexible, and student-focused leadership style. Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and supportive and accessible learning. Skilled in enrollment management, program development, and instructional improvement. Effective communicator with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's / Required Qualifications
Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution. Senior-level experience in academic or student affairs. Proven leadership in budgeting, planning, accreditation, and institutional effectiveness. Experience with educational technologies and data analytics. Ability to work within shared governance and build strong faculty relationships. Commitment to the College’s mission and regional economic alignment. Additional Considerations
Post-secondary teaching experience. Experience in faculty and instructional program leadership. Background in college athletics administration. Success in grant writing and external funding. Application & Compliance
Posting Number FAC_1740P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 1 Open Date: 09/30/2025 Close Date: 10/31/2025 Application: To be considered, complete the full state application at www.jobs.vccs.edu Equal Opportunity & Compliance
EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement: VCCS complies with ADA/ADAAA to provide reasonable accommodation in application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement: VCCS uses E-Verify for employee eligibility; an I-9 and supporting documents are required. Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89339
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Southwest Virginia Community College seeks a visionary and student-centered leader to serve as Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs. Reporting directly to the President, this senior executive will oversee all academic and student services functions, fostering a dynamic, inclusive, and caring learning environment that promotes student success and community vitality. Role Details
Working Title: Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs Role Title: 12 month Administrative Faculty Work Location: Tazewell - 185 Agency: Southwest Virginia Community College (Div) Pay Range: $111,100 to $150,000 FLSA: Exempt Telework options: No (subject to business needs) Travel: Yes Emergency/Essential Personnel: No Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Strategy: Serve as Chief Academic Officer, providing strategic leadership for academic and student affairs across all college locations. Guide college-wide initiatives, enrollment management, and long-range planning aligned with institutional goals. Use data to inform decisions and ensure continuous improvement and accreditation compliance. Academic Oversight: Supervise Academic Deans across divisions (Arts & Sciences, Business, IT, Health Technology, Workforce Development). Oversee curriculum development, course scheduling, faculty workload, and instructional quality in credit and workforce programs. Support faculty development and foster a culture of academic excellence and innovation. Student Services Oversight: Supervise the Dean of Student Success and Title IX Coordinator, overseeing enrollment services, student support, retention, and learning resources. Provide leadership for intercollegiate athletics and ensure compliance with governing bodies. Collaboration & Representation: Advise the President and serve on the leadership team and key committees. Represent the College at regional and state meetings. Build partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, employers, and community organizations. Ideal Candidate Profile
Collaborative, flexible, and student-focused leadership style. Strong commitment to academic excellence, student success, and supportive and accessible learning. Skilled in enrollment management, program development, and instructional improvement. Effective communicator with excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Special Assignments
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's / Required Qualifications
Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution. Senior-level experience in academic or student affairs. Proven leadership in budgeting, planning, accreditation, and institutional effectiveness. Experience with educational technologies and data analytics. Ability to work within shared governance and build strong faculty relationships. Commitment to the College’s mission and regional economic alignment. Additional Considerations
Post-secondary teaching experience. Experience in faculty and instructional program leadership. Background in college athletics administration. Success in grant writing and external funding. Application & Compliance
Posting Number FAC_1740P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies: 1 Open Date: 09/30/2025 Close Date: 10/31/2025 Application: To be considered, complete the full state application at www.jobs.vccs.edu Equal Opportunity & Compliance
EEO Statement: The Virginia Community College System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement: VCCS complies with ADA/ADAAA to provide reasonable accommodation in application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement: VCCS uses E-Verify for employee eligibility; an I-9 and supporting documents are required. Quicklink for Posting: https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89339
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