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Vice President of Academic Administration

Southwestern Adventist University in Keene, TX
Southwestern Union Conference
Description
  • Key Responsibilities and Leadership to the Institution: 
    • Serve as executive officer of the University in the absence of the President or at such other times as the President may designate in accordance with the institution’s bylaws.
    • Maintain and implement academic policies of the University.
    • Lead the development, evaluation, and integrity of instructional programs.
    • Provide budget recommendations for academic affairs in consultation with department chairs and the Vice President for Financial Administration.
    • Represent the University at such meetings as designated by the President.
    • Prepare academic reports at least twice a year. May present directly to the Board of Trustees or serve as a basis for material included in the report by the President.
    • Serve as the secretary on the academic affairs committee of the Board of Trustees.
    • Ensure that all academic programs and academic activities meet accreditation standards, prioritizing integrity, and compliance. 
  • Key Responsibilities and Leadership to the Faculty: 
    • Lead the recruitment, retention, and development of highly qualified faculty.
    • Foster a thriving academic environment through faculty development, communication, collaboration, and professional growth. Support shared academic governance, including the Academic Senate.
    • Oversee planning and implementation of new academic programs, policies, and practices that further the mission of the institution.
    • Implement policies as outlined in the faculty handbook.
  • Evaluate the teaching faculty using appropriate instruments.
  • Collect and maintain a complete record of faculty members' transcripts, professional experience, and publications.
  • Serve as chair of the Academic Policies Committee and the Graduate Council.

 

  • Key Responsibilities and Leadership to the office of the Academic Vice President: 
    • Responsible for yearly updates to the University bulletin and the academic calendar.
    • Approve the yearly course offerings and class schedule in consultation with APC.
    • Approve the final examination schedule.
    • Administer academic policies approved by the faculty.
    • Oversee the English as a Second Language Program (query Ana on this).
    • Oversee the Dual Credit program
    • Oversee the Office of Student Success
    • Oversee Grant activities related to academics
  • Key Responsibilities and Leadership to the Student Body: 
    • Champion initiatives that improve student outcomes, retention, and completion.
    • Foster an environment for academic success and innovation.
    • Administer  (oversee?)policies including attendance, travel, academic probation, transfer of records, disability and medical leave requests.
  • Serve as or designate the Primary Designated School Official for the Bureau of Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS).
  • Be familiar with the SEVIS program.
  • Make sure all rules and regulations of the USCIS are enforced.

Faculty & Staff Supervision

Required Experience

This leadership role oversees the following areas on the University campus: 

  • All Faculty departments/areas of learning
  • The Office of Student Success 
  • Registrar/Records Office
  • Library
  • Various Committees (list) and note which VPAA chairs and which is member

Minimum

  • Must have a strong commitment to Jesus Christ, be a member of the Seventh-day Adventist church in good and regular standing, and have a desire to serve in a cooperative, spiritually redemptive, and soul-winning atmosphere.
  • An earned doctoral degree from an accredited university; preferably a Ph.D.
  • Minimum 5 years of demonstrated success in a higher education academic leadership role,

preferably as an academic officer.

  • High level of personal and professional integrity, presence, and ability to effectively manage change.
  • Commitment to the mission of inspiring Knowledge, Faith, and Service through Christ-centered Education.

Posted by: Irene Lazarus

Resumé Deadline: Thursday, October 31, 2024

Southwestern Adventist University