Community College of Rhode Island
Vice President Academic Affairs
Community College of Rhode Island, Warwick, Rhode Island, us, 02888
Job Summary
Reporting directly to the president, the vice president is a member of the college’s senior management team and is responsible for providing vision and driving change in areas such as educational policy, instructional planning, program review, academic personnel actions, faculty development, and resource planning and allocation.
The vice president also advances the college’s educational initiatives, including intercollegiate articulation, developmental education, and learning resources systems. The role requires leadership, inspiration, and strategic execution aligned with the college’s mission. The vice president participates in strategic planning, oversees special initiatives and partnerships, and sets measurable goals for all educational programs. Building strong, collegial relationships with students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, the governing board, legislature, and the executive branch is essential. Data-driven decision-making, perseverance, and a commitment to community college access and student success are critical.
Duties and Responsibilities
Commitment to the CCRI mission and students served.
Supervise and mentor college Deans and academic officers, ensuring programs meet high standards, including accreditation requirements.
Support faculty development, teaching excellence, governance, and service.
Develop, implement, manage, and monitor the Academic Affairs Master Plan.
Collaborate with the Vice President of Student Affairs and Chief Outcomes Officer to ensure a high-quality academic experience.
Work with the Vice President of Administration and Finance to allocate resources supporting teaching, learning, facilities, and infrastructure.
Coordinate across divisions to provide opportunities bridging non-credit to credit programs leading to credentials and employment.
Advocate for the college with educational and community organizations.
Perform additional duties as assigned by the President.
Minimum Requirements
Doctorate from a regionally accredited institution
Five years of full-time teaching in higher education
Senior-level academic, administrative, and leadership experience with diverse student populations
Experience working collaboratively with faculty and staff, including collective bargaining
Experience with accreditation, curriculum development, instructional technology, and program assessment
Proven ability in budget and resource management linked to planning and assessment
Experience using data to support academic initiatives
Commitment to inclusivity, conflict resolution, and relationship-building skills
Excellent communication skills
Competencies and Desired Qualifications
Qualifications suitable for a tenured academic appointment are preferred
Community college experience is highly desirable
Position Details
Position: Full-Time, Exempt, Pay Grade CPE 25
Benefits include health, wellness incentives, paid time off, parental leave, tuition waivers, and legal insurance. For details, visit the college website.
Posting Details
Vacancy: 1
Application Open Date: 08/06
Application Close Date: 09/12
Posting Number: SF
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