NJC Vice President of Academic Affairs

Northeastern Junior College•Sterling, CO

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Northeastern Junior College (NJC) is seeking an enthusiastic and self-motivated individual to serve as the Vice President of Academic Affairs. NJC is a rural college within the Colorado Community College System, located in Sterling, Colorado. The college supports a full campus experience for students, including residence halls, dining, clubs, and athletics, alongside providing the highest quality education. The Vice President of Academic Affairs reports to the NJC President.

Requirements

Teaching and curriculum development experience in a community college or institution of higher education.
Experience in community college or other higher education administration or relatable employment.
Experience with academic/transfer and occupational/career education curricula and accreditation.
Effective writing and oral communication skills.
Willingness to maintain an open-door management style.
Strong planning and organizational skills supporting timely decision making.
Experience in a leadership position supporting subordinate growth and teamwork.
Must be a self-starter capable of recognizing developing challenges and opportunities and developing solutions.
Willingness to engage with community and business through advisory councils and informal meetings to improve academic offerings and quality.
Master's or comparable degree required in an academic discipline or administration/leadership.
Must be eager to continue learning outside of professional expertise and areas of comfort.
Valid Colorado Driver's License

Nice To Haves

Strong initiative and desire to serve faculty and students
Exceptional organizational and planning skills
Ability to serve as a team member and a team leader on and off campus

Responsibilities

Provides the administrative direction and leadership for all educational delivery systems of the college, as well as academic quality and control consistent with established higher education policies and procedures.
Plans, develops, maintains, and evaluates the effectiveness of instruction across all academic (transfer), extended studies, on-line, and career/technical (occupational/vocational) instructional curricula, including programs and courses.
Serves as the key liaison between NJC and other universities and colleges, developing and overseeing partnerships that enhance student opportunities.
Serves as the Chief Academic Officer for the college when representing the college to the Higher Learning Commission, federal and state agencies.