Chief Academic Officer

Job Description

Job Description : \n\nBenefits : 401(k)401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insuranceSupervisory ResponsibilitiesCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Directly supervises employees in the Academics departmentPurpose : The Chief Academic Officer oversees the academic, accreditation, and registrar regional department and employees. The purpose is to oversee and ensure the compliance, outcomes, pedagogy, and curriculum development of Southeastern's academic, accreditation, and registrar departments.Education : Masters degree (M.A) or equivalent; and four to ten years related experience and / or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Knowledge : Administration and Management - Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources.English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.Education and Training - Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.Personnel and Human Resources - Knowledge of principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, labor relations and negotiation, and personnel information systems.Psychology - Knowledge of human behavior and performance; individual differences in ability, personality, and interests; learning and motivation; psychological research methods; and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.Skills : Basic SkillsActive Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.Learning Strategies - Selecting and using training / instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.Mathematics Using mathematics to solve problems. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.Monitoring - Monitoring / Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.Social SkillsCoordination - Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.Negotiation - Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.Persuasion - Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.Service Orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.Social Perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.Problem Solving SkillsIdentifies and resolves problems in a timely mannerGathers and analyzes information skillfullyDevelops alternative solutionsWorks well in group problem solving situationsUses reason even when dealing with emotional topicsComplex Problem-Solving SkillsComplex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.Systems SkillsJudgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate oneComputer SkillsKnowledge of entire Microsoft suite program, Campus Nexus, School docs, DocuSign, and BlackboardResource Management SkillsManagement of Financial Resources - Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures.Management of Material Resources - Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work.Management of Personnel Resources - Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job.Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.Analytical SkillsSynthesizes complex or diverse informationCollects and researches dataUses intuition and experience to complement dataDesigns work flows and proceduresInterpersonal SkillsFocuses on solving conflict, not blamingMaintains confidentialityListens to others without interruptingKeeps emotions under controlRemains open to others' ideas and tries new thingsCustomer Service SkillsManages difficult or emotional customer situationsResponds promptly to customer needsSolicits customer feedback to improve serviceResponds to requests for service and assistanceMeets commitmentsTeam Work SkillsBalances team and individual responsibilitiesExhibits objectivity and openness to others' viewsGives and welcomes feedbackContributes to building a positive team spiritPuts success of team above own interests Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectivesSupports everyone's efforts to succeedRecognizes accomplishments of other team membersProject Management SkillsDevelops project plansCoordinates projectsCommunicates changes and progressCompletes projects on time and budgetManages project team activitiesChange Management SkillsDevelops workable implementation plansCommunicates changes effectivelyBuilds commitment and overcomes resistancePrepares and supports those affected by changeMonitors transition and evaluates resultsDelegation SkillsDelegates work assignmentsMatches the responsibility to the personGives authority to work independentlySets expectations and monitors delegated activitiesProvides recognition for resultsLeadership SkillsExhibits confidence in self and othersInspires and motivates others to perform wellEffectively influences actions and opinions of othersInspires respect and trustAccepts feedback from othersProvides vision / inspiration to peers and subordinatesGives appropriate recognition to othersMobilizes others to fulfill the visionManaging PeopleIncludes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvementTakes responsibility for subordinates' activitiesMakes yourself available to staffProvides regular performance feedbackDevelops subordinates' skills and encourages growthSolicits and applies customer feedbackFosters quality focus in othersImproves processes, products and servicesContinually works to improve supervisory skillsQuality ManagementLooks for ways to improve and promote qualityDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessVisionary LeadershipDisplays passion and optimismInspires respect and trustMobilizes others to fulfill the visionProvides vision / inspiration to peers and subordinatesBusiness AcumenUnderstands business implications of decisionsDisplays orientation to profitabilityDemonstrates knowledge of market and competitionAligns work with strategic goalsCost ConsciousnessWorks within approved budgetDevelops and implements cost saving measuresContributes to profits and revenueConserves organizational resourcesDiversityDemonstrates knowledge of EEO policyShows respect and sensitivity for cultural differencesEducates others on the value of diversityPromotes a harassment-free environmentBuilds a diverse workforceEthicsTreats people with respectKeeps commitmentsInspires the trust of othersWorks with integrity and ethicallyUpholds organizational valuesOrganizational SupportFollows policies and proceduresCompletes administrative tasks correctly and on timeSupports organization's goals and valuesBenefits organization through outside activitiesSupports affirmative action and respects diversityStrategic ThinkingDevelops strategies to achieve organizational goalsUnderstands organization's strengths & weaknessesAnalyzes market and competitionIdentifies external threats and opportunitiesAdapts strategy to changing conditionsAttendance / PunctualityIs consistently at work and on timeEnsures work responsibilities are covered when absentArrives at meetings and appointments on timeDependabilityFollows instructions, responds to management directionTakes responsibility for own actionsKeeps commitmentsCommits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goalsCompletes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate planMotivationSets and achieves challenging goalsDemonstrates persistence and overcomes obstaclesMeasures self against standard of excellenceTakes calculated risks to accomplish goalsPlanning / OrganizingPrioritizes and plans work activitiesUses time efficientlyPlans for additional resourcesSets goals and objectivesOrganizes or schedules other people and their tasksDevelops realistic action plansProfessionalismApproaches others in a tactful mannerReacts well under pressureTreats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or positionAccepts responsibility for own actionsFollows through on commitmentsQualityDemonstrates accuracy and thoroughnessLooks for ways to improve and promote qualityApplies feedback to improve performanceMonitors own work to ensure qualityQuantityMeets productivity standardsCompletes work in timely mannerStrives to increase productivityWorks quicklyInnovationDisplays original thinking and creativityMeets challenges with resourcefulnessGenerates suggestions for improving workDevelops innovative approaches and ideasPresents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attentionJudgmentDisplays willingness to make decisionsExhibits sound and accurate judgmentSupports and explains reasoning for decisionIncludes appropriate people in decision-making processMakes timely decisionsWork ContextBody PositioningSpend Time SittingSpend Time Using Your Hands to Handle, Control, or Feel Objects, Tools, or ControlsCommunicationAbility to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situationsListens and gets clarificationResponds well to questionsDemonstrates group presentation skillsParticipates in meetingsWrites clearly and informativelyEdits work for spelling and grammarVaries writing style to meet needsPresents numerical data effectivelyAble to read and interpret written informationContact with OthersElectronic MailFace-to-Face DiscussionsLetters and MemosTelephoneEnvironmental ConditionsSounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or UncomfortableImpact of DecisionsFrequency of Decision MakingImpact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company ResultsResponsibility for OthersResponsibility for Outcomes and ResultsResponsible for Others' Health and SafetyRole RelationshipsCoordinate or lead othersDeal with external customersWork with work group or teamWork SettingIndoors, Environmentally ControlledTasksOverseeing Regional Directors and Departments of Accreditation, Academics, and Registrars. Ensuring compliance with all governmental and accrediting agencies which relates to academics or accreditation. Overseeing Southeastern College's e-campus / online / LMS delivery of education Maintenance and production of positive academic outcomes including but not limited to : graduation rates and retentionRecruit, hire, train, and terminate departmental personnel.Plan, administer, and control budgets, maintain financial records, and produce financial reports.Represent institutions at community and campus events, in meetings with other institution personnel, and during accreditation processes.Participate in faculty and college committee activities.Establish operational policies and procedures and make any necessary modifications, based on analysis of operations, demographics, and other research information.Participate in student recruitment, selection, and admission, making admissions recommendations when required to do so.Advise students on issues such as course selection, progress toward graduation, and career decisions.Direct, coordinate, and evaluate the activities of personnel, including support staff, engaged in administering academic institutions, departments or alumni organizations.Formulate strategic plans for the institution.Promote the college by participating in community, state, and national events or meetings, and by developing partnerships with industry and secondary education institutions.ActivitiesCommunicating with Supervisors, Peers, or SubordinatesConduct or attend staff meetingsEstablishing and Maintaining Interpersonal RelationshipsMaking Decisions and Solving ProblemsEstablish policy or lawsResolve problems in educational settingsGetting InformationOrganizing, planning, and prioritizing workPlan student extra-curricular activitiesUse time management techniquesCoordinating the work and activities of othersCoordinate banquets, meetings or related eventsCoordinate employee continuing education programsDirect and coordinate activities of workers or staffOversee execution of organizational or program policiesCommunicating with persons outside organizationMake presentationsJudging the qualities of things, services, or peopleGuiding, directing, and motivating subordinatesAssign work to staff or employeesEstablish employee performance standardsEvaluate performance of employees or contract personnelMaintain group discipline in an educational settingMotivate workers to achieve work goalsOrient new employeesDeveloping and building teamsProcessing informationIdentifying objects, actions, and eventsMonitoring and controlling resourcesDevelop budgetsManage contractsAnalyzing data or informationAnalyze financial dataAnalyze operational or management reports or recordsAnalyze organizational operating practices or proceduresAnalyze survey data to forecast enrollment changesInterpreting the meaning of information for othersExplain rules, policies or regulationsThinking creativelyPerforming administrative activitiesOversee site-based school managementDeveloping objectives and strategie