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Located in Central Minnesota, SCTCC sits on the north end of St. Cloud, just a short walk from the banks of the Mississippi River. SCTCC is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. SCTCC earned accreditation as a comprehensive technical and community college in 2010, which has enabled the College to expand its mission to include transfer options.
The college offers more than 45 majors with 90+ certificate, diploma, or degree options that can be completed in two years or less. Approximately 6,000 students are enrolled in credit-based classes with 45 percent men and 55 percent women attending. More than 270 high school students take advantage of the post-secondary enrollment option (PSEO). About 70 percent of our students come from the surrounding six counties and choose employment close to home after graduation.
The Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs (VPASA) reports directly to the President and is the key individual responsible for developing and implementing both near-term and long-term college academic and student plans. Additionally, this individual coordinates, defines and communicates integrated plans for the growth and development in all academic and student areas. The Vice President supervises the Associate VPASA/Dean of Health Sciences, 3 Academic Deans, Dean of Student Affairs, and an executive assistant and has significant discretion and substantial involvement in the development, interpretation and implementation of College policy.
A doctorate degree is preferred along with a minimum of five years of experience in academic administration or seven years of experience in a senior executive role with knowledge of higher education and a minimum of five years of experience responsible for managing and reporting for budgets.
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San Jose State University invites nominations and applications for the Associate Vice President, Facilities Development and Operations.
Founded in 1857, San José State University (SJSU) is a major, comprehensive public university located in the center of San José, California – the heart of Silicon Valley. A member of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) System, SJSU is the oldest state university in California and fifth largest campus in the system. Its distinctive character has been forged by its long history, its location and its vision – a blend of the old and the new; the traditional and the innovative. Among its most prized traditions is an uncompromising commitment to offer access to higher education to all persons who meet the criteria for admission, and to provide for and support a faculty that is active in scholarship, research, technological innovation, community service and the arts.
Reporting to the Vice President for Administration and Finance/CFO, the Associate Vice President (AVP) for Facilities Development & Operations is the principal facilities administrator at the University. The AVP is responsible for leading and directing the operational and developmental planning of all campus facilities to support the academic mission of the University.
The AVP provides vision and leadership for Facilities Development and Operations, which includes the following departments: Planning, Design and Construction, Maintenance and Operations, Environmental Health and Safety, as well as the Financial and Administrative Services unit that supports the needs of the department. The AVP is responsible for the successful operation, maintenance and development of the University physical plant, and will play a key role in establishing and directing the strategic goals of the department and will ensure operational objectives are achieved. The AVP plays a significant role in creating the campus master plan and the five-year capital outlay program, and will engage collaboratively with campus administration and the campus community to provide superior customer-focused services while advancing the University’s goals.
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South Central College invites applications and nominations for the Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences. As the region’s leading institution for transitioning individuals into the college environment, educating students for technical careers, and building student capacity for future study through inclusive student-centered programs and services, the college is a committed partner in the regional economy, helping individuals and organizations compete in the global marketplace. In addition, SCC’s Center for Business and Industry provides businesses and professionals with customized training and continuing education opportunities.
South Central College, a comprehensive technical and community college with campuses in North Mankato and Faribault, Minnesota, seeks qualified applicants and nominations for the Dean of Liberal Arts & Sciences (LAS). The Dean of LAS will report to the Vice President for Student and Academic Affairs and will serve as a member of the Deans Council and College management teams. The Dean of LAS is a front-line leader of the College and serves as the academic leader and representative of faculty within the LAS division, provides instructional management and strategic leadership for the division, represents the college in the community, and seeks additional resources to help support the LAS division and College.
SCC, a member of the Minnesota State System and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, awards certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. The College serves nearly 5,000 students (50% full-time, 47% female, 20% students of color). Both campuses are in the heart of southern Minnesota with excellent schools, abundant health care, and many cultural and recreational opportunities.
The Dean of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) will work with, support and lead a talented, independent, and relatively new faculty with expertise in a wide range of LAS disciplines as well as some short-term workforce programs. SCC added liberal arts and transfer preparation programming in 2005 and the College is primed for the development of a clear, unified and collegial vision to guide LAS.
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The Board of Trustees of Columbia-Greene Community College (C-GCC) invites expressions of interest, applications and nominations for the position of President. James R. Campion, a 45-year veteran of C-GCC, became the College’s fifth President in December, 2000. President Campion will retire on July 5, 2019.
Established in 1966 to serve Columbia and Greene Counties, C-GCC is a public comprehensive community college, and one of 64 institutions in the State University of New York (SUNY) System. Located in the state’s scenic and historic Hudson River Valley (thirty miles south of Albany and 110 miles north of New Your City), C-GCC serves more than 2,000 students annually. C-GCC is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and offers a variety of transfer and career programs leading to the degrees of Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science, and Associate in Occupational Studies, as well as one-year certificate programs and specialized courses geared to community interest. Students may take classes through traditional face-to-face instruction as well as online or hybrid formats. C-GCC boasts strong retention and completion rates and excellent job placement of graduates.
Under the leadership of President Campion, C-GCC has had numerous successes, including revitalization of the long-range planning process, revision of the master plan, and the marketing and recruitment plan, and the development of new academic programs. With funding provided by the State of New York and the counties of Columbia and Greene, C-GCC is in the midst of a $20 million Capital Improvement Plan, which will bring a new Construction Technology building to the campus, renovations and enhancements to infrastructure across the campus, a new student information system, and new academic programs to serve the community. The College was ranked 2ndin New York and 24thin the nation among community colleges in 2018 by WalletHub for cost and financing, educational outcomes, and career outcomes.
The successful candidate will be an energetic, student-centered change agent who is skilled at building and maintaining strong external relationships while inspiring employees to re-envision C-GCC for the future.
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South Central College, a comprehensive technical and community college with beautiful, well-maintained campuses in North Mankato and Faribault, Minnesota, seeks qualified applicants for the position of Associate Vice President for Effective Teaching and Learning (AVP-ETL). The College seeks an experienced and innovative leader who has the appetite and skills to create a new vision for the office. Reporting to the Vice President for Student and Academic Affairs, the AVP-ETL will provide leadership for the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, which includes support operations for curriculum and faculty development, instructional technology, learning management, and assessment.
SCC, a member of the Minnesota State System and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, awards certificates, diplomas, and associate degrees. The College serves just under 5000 students (50% full-time, 47% female, 20% students of color). Both campuses are in the heart of southern Minnesota with excellent schools, abundant health care, and many cultural and recreational opportunities.
The position of AVP-ETL reflects the institution’s commitment to serve faculty and students more effectively by developing the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence as a leading enterprise for the practice and scholarship of teaching and learning by fostering engagement, innovation, and student success through application of best practices.
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Lewis University seeks nominations and applications for an experienced, innovative and collaborative academic leader for the position of Dean, College of Nursing and Health Sciences.
Lewis University is an innovative, forward-thinking Catholic institution where the traditions of liberal learning, values and preparation for professional work come together with a synergy that gives the University its educational identity and focus. Located in Romeoville, Illinois, a safe and vibrant community of approximately 40,000 residents, Lewis University is approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago and all of its cultural offerings.
Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis serves 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Inspired by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, Lewis University is a community committed to its Mission values of Knowledge, Fidelity, Wisdom, Justice and Association. The University prides itself on its diversity throughout the campus community.
Lewis University’s College of Nursing and Health Sciences develops and supports compassionate holistic approaches to healthcare. With state-of-the-art laboratories, faculty acclaimed for teaching and research, and strong connections to community, the College prepares expert practitioners and innovative leaders who transform practice in an increasingly complex healthcare system.
The College of Nursing and Health Sciences is comprised of departments and programs in Athletic Training, Exercise and Movement Science, Healthcare Leadership, Occupational Therapy, Speech-Language Pathology, and a broad range of nursing programs and specialties, including the Doctorate of Nursing Practice. The college includes approximately 707 undergraduate students, 530 graduate students, and a faculty FTE of 53.
The Dean is the chief academic officer of the College. The Dean reports to the Provost and is a member of several university-wide committees. The Dean supervises all faculty in the College as well as chairs and program directors, assistant and associate deans, and administrative assistants.
Qualifications include: an earned terminal degree; a record of clinical practice, scholarship, service and teaching in alignment with the qualifications for the title of Professor at Lewis University; at least five years of demonstrated administrative competence in an academic setting, ideally as a chair and/or assistant or associate dean; an understanding of, and experience with, institutional and program-specific accreditation processes; and experience with on-line and adult learning programs.
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Lewis University seeks nominations and applications for an experienced and effective academic leader for the position of Dean, College of Humanities, Fine Arts and Communications.
Lewis University is an innovative, forward-thinking Catholic institution where the traditions of liberal learning, values, and preparation for professional work come together with a synergy that gives the University its unique educational identity and focus. Located in Romeoville, Illinois, a safe and vibrant community of approximately 40,000 residents, Lewis University is approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago and all of its cultural offerings.
Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis serves 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Inspired by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, Lewis University is a community committed to its Mission values of Knowledge, Fidelity, Wisdom, Justice and Association. The University prides itself on its commitment to diversity throughout the campus community.
Lewis University’s College of Humanities, Fine Arts and Communications values creativity, experimental practice, and community engagement. With its strong commitment to the liberal arts, state-of-the-art classrooms, studios and performance spaces, and faculty acclaimed for research and teaching, the College provides student-centered, hands-on learning.
The College of Humanities, Fine Arts, and Communications includes the departments of Art and Graphic Design, Communications, English Studies and World Languages, History, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, and Theology. The College includes approximately 350 undergraduate majors, a significant number of general education requirements, and 50 faculty FTE. The College houses the Arts and Ideas program, the Brent and Jean Wadsworth Art Gallery, the History Center, Jet Fuel Reviewliterary journal, Andrew Center of Electronic Media, campus radio and television stations, and the Philip Lynch Theatre. Lewis University’s close proximity to Chicago offers exciting opportunities for partnerships, community engagement, and internships.
The Dean is the chief academic officer of the College. The Dean reports to the Provost and is a member of several university-wide committees. The Dean supervises all faculty in the College as well as chairs and program directors, assistant and associate deans, and administrative assistants.
Qualifications include: a terminal degree in one of the fields or disciplines represented in the College; a record of scholarship, service and teaching in alignment with the qualifications for the title of Professor at Lewis University; at least five years of demonstrated administrative competence in an academic setting, ideally as a chair and/or assistant or associate dean; excellent communication skills; ability to develop a collaborative vision for the College; and demonstrated success in external relations.
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Lewis University seeks nominations and applications for an experienced, innovative and collaborative academic leader for the position of Dean, College of Aviation, Science and Technology.
Lewis University is an innovative, forward-thinking Catholic institution where the traditions of liberal learning, values and preparation for professional work come together with a synergy that gives the University its educational identity and focus. Located in Romeoville, Illinois, a safe and vibrant community of approximately 40,000 residents, Lewis University is approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago and all of its cultural offerings.
Sponsored by the De La Salle Christian Brothers, Lewis serves 6,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Inspired by its Catholic and Lasallian heritage, Lewis University is a community committed to its Mission values of Knowledge, Fidelity, Wisdom, Justice and Association. The University prides itself on its diversity throughout the campus community.
Lewis University’s College of Aviation, Science and Technology values creativity, innovation, experimental practice, collaboration, and scientific inquiry in service to the common good. With state-of the-art laboratories, faculty acclaimed for research and teaching, and strong connections to community and industry, the College provides student-centered, hands-on learning that will change the world. Lewis University has received an historic $5 million gift from Russ and Dawn Smyth, which will establish an endowment to provide discretionary resources for the Dean of the College of Aviation, Science and Technology; support undergraduate research; and fund future enhancements to labs and classroom spaces.
The College of Aviation, Science, and Technology is comprised of the departments of Aviation and Transportation, Biology, Computer and Mathematical Sciences, Chemistry, and Physics. The College includes approximately 1400 undergraduate students, 325 graduate students, and 60 FTE faculty. The Aviation programs are FAA-approved and were recently awarded the Loening Trophy as the outstanding all-around collegiate aviation program in the nation.
The Dean is the chief academic officer of the College. The Dean reports to the Provost and is a member of several university-wide committees. The Dean supervises all faculty in the College as well as chairs and program directors, assistant and associate deans, and administrative assistants.
Qualifications include a terminal degree in one of the fields or disciplines represented in the College; a record of scholarship, service and teaching in alignment with the qualifications for the title of Professor at Lewis University; at least five years of demonstrated administrative competence in an academic setting, ideally as a chair and/or assistant or associate dean; strong financial acumen and ability to address the complex and varying needs of the programs and departments of the College; and demonstrated success in external relations.
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The North Country Community College (NCCC) Board of Trustees seeks confidential expressions of interest and nominations for the next President. The successful candidate will be a creative, innovative, politically astute, visionary and collaborative leader with integrity and a passion for student success.
Sponsored by Essex and Franklin counties, NCCC was founded in 1967 to provide public post-secondary educational opportunities and services within its 3,500 square mile service area. The College is one of 64 public higher education institutions that is part of the State University of New York (SUNY). NCCC has three campuses, which are located in Saranac Lake, Malone, and Ticonderoga, in Essex and Franklin Counties in Northern New York State. This allows the College to better serve the students of these geographically dispersed populations. NCCC has the largest service district of any New York State community college and the lowest population (90,000). The Malone and Ticonderoga campuses are a two and a half hour drive from each other.
The College has twenty-degree programs ranging from business to nursing, from criminal justice to human services. Over 50 % of students are enrolled in a career and technical education program and roughly the same number transfer to a baccalaureate program following completion of their studies here.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:
- Capitalize on the uniqueness of the region and NCCC’s three campuses for the benefit of all stakeholders
- Build strong relationships with faculty and staff, and area residents, with a goal of establishing new traditions, programs, innovations, strategies, and community partnerships and initiatives
- Strengthen and expand connections and partnerships with local high schools, higher education institutions, governmental units, businesses, health care organizations, and other public and private entities
- Ensure the development of a comprehensive marketing program that includes a focus on the non-traditional student market and the region; explore effective use of television, radio, social media, NCCC’s website, and use of students to “tell the story”
- Assume a leadership role in discussions and actions related to a proposed School of Applied Technology
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South Central College invites applications and nominations for the Vice President of Finance and Operations. As the region’s leading institution for transitioning individuals into the college environment, educating students for technical careers, and building student capacity for future study through inclusive student-centered programs and services, the college is a committed partner in the regional economy, helping individuals and organizations compete in the global marketplace. In addition, SCC’s Center for Business and Industry provides businesses and professionals with customized training and continuing education opportunities.
The Vice President of Finance and Operations provides the vision and leadership to manage the College’s operating and capital budgets; pursues innovative business solutions to enhance the overall effectiveness of the College's financial and administrative operations; works collaboratively with senior staff, faculty, administrators, and external constituents to achieve sustainable plans that maximize institutional goals; and is an advocate for funding for South Central College. Reporting to the President of the College, the Vice President is a member of the President's Cabinet and the chief advisor to the President and executive staff on fiscal affairs, information technology, safety and security, auxiliary services, facilities planning and operations.
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DEAN, THE BILL MUNDAY SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
The next Dean of The Bill Munday School of Business will guide a strong, progressive academic school to new heights of excellence marked by full accreditation by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and through strong connections with the vibrant, entrepreneurial and innovative business community in Austin, Texas.
Established in 1885 by the Congregation of the Holy Cross, St. Edward’s is a private liberal arts university based in Austin with a network of partner universities around the world. The University’s founders believed that the mind must not be cultivated at the expense of the heart, a belief that is still embraced by the University today. St. Edward’s offers over 60 bachelors and master’s degree programs to approximately 4,600 students from 45 states and 58 countries. Minority enrollment accounts for 51% of the student body and more than 40 faith traditions are represented.
Business education in The Bill Munday School of Business is built on five pillars that reflect Austin’s dynamic business environment: entrepreneurial thinking, social enterprise, innovation management, global collaboration, and business analytics. Undergraduate majors and minors are offered in 10 disciplines housed in four departments: Accounting; Finance and Economics; Management; and Marketing, Entrepreneurship, and Digital Management. There are three graduate degrees: MBA, Master’s in Accountancy, and M.S. in Digital Marketing and Analytics. Approximately 920 undergraduate and 200 graduate students are enrolled. There are 30 full-time faculty in the School.
Reporting to the Provost, the Dean provides vision and leadership in all areas of the School’s operation. The Dean is expected to guide the School in completing its preparation for accreditation and to further develop strong partnerships with the business sector of Austin. Qualifications include an earned doctorate in a business field with a strong scholarship/service record; progressive academic administrative experience; familiarity with business accreditation (preferably AACSB); a record of success in external relations, particularly fund-raising; and a desire to embrace and actualize the Holy Cross mission, among others.
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The University of Saint Francis in Fort Wayne, IN (USF) seeks nominations and applications for a highly-skilled, experienced, visionary, and strategic-minded enrollment professional as its new Vice President for Enrollment Management.
The University of Saint Francis, enrolling over 2,300 students, is a private, co-educational, mission-focused Catholic institution with undergraduate (Bachelor & Associate), graduate, and doctoral-level programs. Located in Fort Wayne, Indiana, the state’s second largest city, USF is in close proximity to Ohio and Michigan in northeast Indiana. Fort Wayne is within a three-hour drive of Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Detroit, and Indianapolis and is a regional center for healthcare, transportation and logistics, and financial and business services. Fort Wayne supports a nationally recognized Children’s Zoo, Philharmonic Orchestra, vibrant Cultural District, and multiple festivals and events.
For 128 years, USF has provided an education combining academic excellence, a strong sense of community, and a commitment to social justice, all within the framework of Catholic social teaching and the Franciscan intellectual tradition. USF is poised for growth and offers a rich mix of 70 majors in liberal arts and professional studies that meet market needs and the demands of today’s students.
The Vice President for Enrollment Management serves as the chief enrollment officer of the University and provides leadership for Admissions, Financial Aid, and Marketing. Reporting directly to the President and serving on the President’s Cabinet, the Vice President for Enrollment Management is an active participant in University planning and policy discussions and provides particular leadership in the design and implementation of university-wide marketing, recruitment, and enrollment practices that advance the mission and goals of the University.
The new Vice President will bring a track record of implementing best practices, fresh thinking, and an eye for innovation and creativity. The successful candidate will have an appreciation for Catholic higher education, the Franciscan tradition, and the human side of new student enrollment focused on relationship-building.
