Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Job ID

Location

Queensborough CC

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

POSITION DETAILS

Queensborough Community College invites nominations for and inquiries and applications from individuals interested in assuming a transformational leadership position as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Provost and VP will have the opportunity to be part of a dynamic presidential administrative team and will be key in implementing the college???s strategic plan and equity commitment.The Provost and VP serves as the chief academic officer, responsible for the academic enterprise, including program development and assessment; teaching and learning assessment; faculty appointment, professional development, evaluation, and tenure process; and development of academic policy and procedures. They are responsible for several College divisions and serve as a member of the President's Cabinet. They incorporate innovative practices into plans and strategies and collaborate with other College and University executives, and outside organizations as needed, to develop appropriate policy and acquire resources. The candidate will be a dynamic leader of an executive team responsible for personnel, budget, operations, and communications. They will be visionary and be seen as a change agent elevating QCC to the forefront of theory and practice. Lastly, the candidate will demonstrate commitment to diversity, equity, belongingness, and inclusion throughout all levels of the College.

CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College???s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university???s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College???s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.

Queensborough Community College is one of 24 institutions, including seven community colleges, within The City University of New York (CUNY), the nation???s largest urban public university. The College, established in 1958, confers the Associate in Arts, the Associate in Science and the Associate in Applied Science degrees, and offers Certificate Programs in various career areas. It offers over 40 programs in Liberal Arts & Sciences, Business, Engineering Technologies, Arts & Humanities, Health Related Sciences, and Education and has an enrollment of over 12,000 students.

Queensborough Community College is dedicated to academic excellence and rigor and to providing an affordable, high-quality education to pre-college, college, and lifelong learners. Our faculty and staff are committed to the holistic development of today???s students in a nurturing and diverse environment that prepares them to be successful in a dynamic workforce. The College affirms its open admissions policy and its strong support of critical thinking, intellectual inquiry, global awareness, civic responsibility, and cultural and artistic appreciation.

Queensborough is home to the Kupferberg Holocaust Center, QPAC: Performing Arts Center and QCC Art Gallery.QCC is also proud to have been selected by the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) to host a Truth, Racial Healing and Transformation (TRHT) Campus Center. The TRHT Campus Center initiative is a nation-wide effort to provide a platform for facilitated dialogues that challenge limiting narratives about race and strengthen understanding of our shared humanity.

Serving as Chief Academic Officer of the College, reporting directly to the President, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs provides academic leadership, assuring the currency, integrity and quality of academic programs and services, and overseeing their direction and administration, consistent with the College???s mission, values and goals. Working in close partnership with the President, Vice Presidents and other executives, the Provost and VP provides leadership in the development and implementation of the College???s mission. The Provost/VP acts on behalf of the President in her absence. The Provost/VP also works collaboratively with 16 academic departments, Chairs, and their faculty, the Library, Center for Teaching and Learning (CETL). The portfolio also includesthe Academic Computing Center, Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning, Office of Educational Technology, Office of the Registrar, Career Services, Pre-College Programs, Transfer Resource Center, Grants & Sponsored Programs Institutional Research and Assessment, Center for Tutoring and Academic Support, Continuing Education and Workforce Development, and Academic Resource Centers. In addition, the Provost/VP will have the Dean of Faculty, Dean of Academic Initiatives, Dean for Institutional Effectiveness, Dean for Continuing Education and Workforce Development, and Faculty Fellows as direct reports.

Partnering with the Vice President for Student Affairs, the Provost/VP provides collaborative leadership to advance and support equitable student success including the enhancement of the College???s Academy model and ensuring faculty are fully engaged in and aligned with student success goals and activities. They will be actively engaged in resource development and academic and budget planning; cross campus integration of technological and curricular innovation; recruitment, retention and professional development of a distinguished and diverse faculty and academic staff; and student learning, assessment and retention strategies.

Some specific responsibilities of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs include:

Leads and directs the development of the curriculum, academic programs, course schedules and services;

• Initiates the development and oversees the implementation of strategic plans for reaching College & CUNY goals;
• Directs recruitment, retention and professional development of a distinguished and diverse faculty and academic staff;
• Advances teaching practices and partners with academic areas to support and recognize teaching excellence;
• Administers mid-tenure review of faculty
• Regularly reviews and analyzes student learning, experiences, data and assessment;
• Partners with Student Affairs to develop student success and retention strategies;
• Promotes educational technologies and innovative pedagogy in all academic areas;
• Facilitates effective processes that engage academic leaders and faculty in organizational development and change;
• Demonstrates commitment to ensuring that academic programs provide smooth pathways to further education and/or workforce;
• Ensures the integrity and accountability of academic programs by upholding professional and accreditation standards;
• Committed to academic and institutional excellence, student success, and the elimination of equity gaps
• Collaborates with stakeholders to resolve challenges posed by budgetary constraints
• Represents the College at various meetings including CUNY-wide, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. The College defines additional qualifications below.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCES, KNOWLEDGE, AND LEADERSHIP CHARACTERISTICS

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• an earned doctorate or terminal degree;
• a strong record of research and scholarship with presentations locally, regionally and nationally;
• successful higher education teaching experience suitable for an appointment as a tenured full professor in an academic department;
• a minimum of 10 years of demonstrated progressive academic experience and leadership skills needed to foster the academic progress and vitality of the College;
• 6 to 10 years of academic administrative experience and managing faculty and support services;
• community college experience;
• accomplishments in academic administration, including leadership in academic program development, strategic planning, budget management, initiation and implementation
• ability to work with faculty, with representatives elected by the faculty, and with all members of the academic community within a shared governance environment;
• a strong commitment to the mission of the College and the role of public higher education in a diverse urban environment;
• experience and direct involvement with managing and resolving budget concerns
• and demonstration of a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and an evidential record of having directly contributed to efforts in support of such values within curriculum, pedagogy, and administration

CUNY TITLE

Vice President

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with education and experience.

CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

HOW TO APPLY

To apply, go to www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.

Candidates will be required to submit the following:

• a detailed letter of interest addressing the leadership agenda, qualifications, vision for QCC, and view of public education within higher education that addresses confronting the numerous challenges currently facing the country;
• a full curriculum vitae with relevant administrative responsibilities and accomplishments;
• a statement of contributions and direct involvement in advancing diversity, equity, belongingness, and inclusion

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled.

Review of application to begin immediately.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.