Assistant Vice Provost of Academic Affairs

Indian River State College serves Florida’s Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelor’s Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice. IRSC EEO/Equal Access Policy Indian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information. For instructions on how to apply, please click here. Job Description Working at IRSC has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, IRSC offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Flexible Spending Paid sick time off and additional days off for major Holidays and Spring Break closures Florida Retirement System (FRS) participation Voluntary participation in 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS: The minimum qualifications and skill requirements for this position include: Earned doctorate in an academic field; Minimum of five (5) years of proven work experience in a senior level administrative or managerial role; Prior related administrative experience in a college or university setting; Ability to administer a variety of academic, occupational, and diverse departments; Demonstrated leadership capabilities, confidence, and executive presence; Broad understanding of local, state, and national issues impacting education; Strong commitment to the college mission and goals with the ability to function as a productive team member within the organization while contributing to the overall performance of the College; Dedication to student, faculty and staff success; Creativity, initiative, judgment, and exceptional organizational and interpersonal skills; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Excellent analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills; Experience in the application of technology for the improvement of instruction; Appreciation of and ability to work with diverse populations; Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential job functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Provides strategic counsel to the provost in matters related to the Academic Affairs; Works with College administration to establish and execute the priorities of the College; Ensures student support and success through program quality; Functions as an educational support person for issues and challenges within Academic Affairs. SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: Reports directly to the Provost; Accountable for successful administrative/budgetary support of the areas of Liberal Arts, Scchol of Science, School of Education, Adult Education, Learning Resources, Institute for Academic Excellence, Curriculum Support, Articulation and Partnerships, Workforce Education and Development, Health Science, School of Nursing, Public Service Education, Business, Advanced Technology, the Northwest Center and IRSC Online Supports the Provost in establishing and communicating educational performance standards; Assists in formulating both long- and short-range strategic plans/goals related to all academic areas; Serves as the lead Administrator for all grants under the purview of Academic Affairs; Formulates annual reports, funding guide, and other state and federal projects; Confers with Deans regarding course offerings; Confers with the Dean’s regarding recruitment, retention, and completion strategies; Holds instructional staff accountable for the effective discharge of their assigned instructional duties; Coordinates and provides ongoing support to all adjunct faculty; Receives, reviews, and approves recommendations from faculty committees within the Division; Participates in conferences of associations and institutions of higher education and maintains other professional contacts to advance the role, mission, and reputation of the College; Reviews material to be included in the College catalog, remaining consistent at all times with state and local requirements; Reviews the revision, publication, and distribution of Faculty Handbooks; Executes other tasks and assignments as the Provost may direct. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, stoop, and carry items occasionally in excess of twenty-five (25) pounds. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College. Classification Professional Administrator Supervisory Yes FLSA Exempt Yes Employment Type Regular Compensation and Application Deadline "Salary Commensurate With Experience" | Review of Applicants Will Begin January 23, 2023 | Open until filled