Vice President for Academic Affairs

GENERAL PURPOSE AND SCOPE OF THE POSITIONThe Vice President for Academic Affairs provides professional leadership in the development of quality standards and consistency in academic curriculum, collegewide, and is directly responsible for programs within the School of Arts, Science, and Education. Within the College, the Vice President works closely with the other Vice Presidents in the Provost Office, Sector Vice Presidents in Workforce and Careers, and campus academic officers to ensure the college is providing the level of courses and service appropriate to the communities Ivy Tech Community College serves. The Vice President leads the Campus Academic Officer Committee (CAOC) and works closely with the campus academic officers.MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure academic programs have pathways to credentials of value, support seamless transfer to four-year institutions, and align with workforce demands.Liaison with state agency partners such as the Commission for Higher Education (CHE), the Department of Education, and other statewide partners to ensure policy and collective action toward state priorities.Monitor trends in Indiana's higher education and labor markets to guide academic innovation, including new programs, certifications, and training embedded in existing curriculum.Supports various levels of accreditation, such as HLC, NACEP, and program-specific quality assurance processes.Lead and support campus deans and academic affairs AVPs in implementing curriculum policies, driving program improvements, and mentoring curriculum committees.Develop and uphold academic policies in collaboration with campus academic officers; convene and coordinate CAOC activities.Champions teaching and learning and professional development initiatives across the state for faculty and campus academic leaders.Collaborate with the Foundation to support fundraising and strategic initiatives.Participate in institutional strategic planning relevant to academic affairs.Represent Ivy Tech statewide implementation of initiatives such as the Indiana College Core and the Transfer Single Articulation Agreements program; represent Ivy Tech on the CHE committees such as STACC, AA&Q and other cross functional working groups.The above list of duties is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with the position may be assigned. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic AffairsSUPERVISION GIVEN: The following direct reports all have statewide academic responsibilities:Assistant Vice President of Assessment and AccreditationAssistant Vice President of Educational Technology & Instructional DesignAssistant Vice President of IvyOnlineAssistant Vice President of Teaching & LearningStatewide Dean Honors College & Transfer InitiativesSALARY RANGE: $160,000-170,000EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:A doctoral degree is required.Must have at least five (5) years in higher education administration or teaching at the post-secondary level.Must demonstrate proven ability to identify key issues and to carry forward an idea or project from conception to implementation.Must be adept at resolving individual and group conflicts and have excellent problem-solving, decision-making, decision making and written and oral communication skills.Must consistently demonstrate sound judgment, discretion, and diplomacy.Requires a highly self-motivated individual with demonstrated leadership abilities and a hands-on approach to analyze, develop, and administer academic initiatives, procedures, and programs in a complex organization.Must be willing and able to travel in-state for College business.Must demonstrate the ability to promote an inclusive environment that reflects the broad diversity and backgrounds represented by our students and employees, and in which every individual feels respected and valued.Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well-being, growth, and financial security of our full-time faculty and staff. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:Health & WellnessMultiple medical plan options paired with a Health Savings Account with a generous employer contributionDental plan with no-cost preventive services and coverage for orthodontiaVision plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lensesEmployee Assistance Program offering no-cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resourcesWellness program with opportunities to earn $250 in Wellness RewardsFlexible Spending Accounts for healthcare (limited purpose) and dependent careRetirement & Financial Security10% employer retirement contribution, fully vested after two yearsBasic life insurance equal to annual salary paid by the College, with optional supplemental coverageShort-term and long-term disability benefitsEducational BenefitsFee remission for employees, spouses, and dependent childrenTuition assistance for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programsPaid professional development opportunitiesWork-Life BalanceGenerous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, holidays, and winter recessFlexible work arrangements where availablePaid childbirth recovery leave (8 weeks)Paid parental leave (4 weeks)Additional PerksEligibility for Public Service Loan ForgivenessAdditional discounts on gym memberships, transportation, and various retail servicesIvy Tech is proud to offer benefits that support your health, your family, and your future-because when our employees thrive, our students and communities thrive too. For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit Employees who re-hire with the College within 180 days of leaving a full-time position with the College may be eligible for additional benefits depending on their bridged seniority date.Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College's Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

Created: 2026-04-02