Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs_0089494 (READVERTISEMENT)

Description

Title:  Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (0089494) READVERTISEMENT
Position Number:  0089494
Hiring Unit:  University of Hawai'i - West O'ahu
Location:  Kapolei, HI
Date Posted: 09/18/2024
Closing Date:  Continuous – application review begins November 20, 2024
Salary Range:  $110,250 to $199,500
Additional Salary Info:  Commensurate with qualifications and experience within budgetary limitations
Full Time/Part Time:  Full Time
Temporary/Permanent:  Permanent
  
INTRODUCTION
The Associate Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs provides executive leadership in assisting the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs (VCAA) in the development and administration of academic programs and their associated activities. This position is charged as a full deputy to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs in the area of academic programs described here.
 
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
 

1. Provides guidance and support in curricular and co-curricular assessment and re-accreditation efforts.
2. Interprets and prepares academic policies, procedures, and requirements; oversee curricular and co-curricular program reviews in compliance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the University’s Policies and Procedures.
3. Coordinates the search and hiring of new faculty. Advises the VCAA, Division Chairs, and faculty on the search process, timelines, and procedures.
4. Develops campus-wide policies and procedures for academic personnel. This includes faculty appointment, reappointment, tenure, promotion, leaves, compensation, grievances, and complaints.
5. Serves as senior advisor to the VCAA and the Chancellor in matters involving complex and precedent setting complaints, issues, and grievances. This includes administering and interpreting the faculty collective bargaining provisions, University policies and procedures, and advising in the area of academic human resources.
6. Establishes policies and procedures as it relates to faculty development and teaching excellence. This entails supervising and providing leadership relative to professional development, support, mentoring, and counseling and developing and implementing orientation programs, in-service training, distance education, instructional publications, faculty teaching awards and scholarships, educational improvement funds distribution, and needs assessments.
7. Oversees the planning, development, and implementation of academic programs to include (but not limited to): Early College, International Programs, Workforce Development, and Summer Session as well as work in partnership with the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs in such efforts as: enrollment management, academic advising, grants, and community partnerships
8. Supervises the tenure and promotion process to include ensuring timely training, informational communication, and interpretation and intent of relevant collective bargaining provisions.
9. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

1. Doctoral degree or equivalent terminal degree in academic discipline from an accredited college or university.
2. Attainment of the rank of Professor or equivalent.
3. Experience in a leadership capacity in a regional 4-year postsecondary institution, in matters concerning academic and faculty development.
4. Experience in program development and evaluation, including program review, assessment, and accreditation in higher education.
5. Strong organizational skills; track record or working collaboratively with faculty; and ability to lead effectively in a collegial environment.
6. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
7. Demonstrated experience working effectively with a variety of personnel/groups, e.g., executives, faculty, staff, students, and Faculty Senate.
8. Knowledge of academic programs and administration.
9. Demonstration of working effectively in multicultural settings.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

1. Teaching experience in higher education.
2. Scholarly contributions to the knowledge of Hawai’i and/or the Pacific/Asia Region.
3. Understanding of issues related to Native Hawaiians and Hawai’i’s unique culture environment.
4. Experience in a unionized setting in academic personnel contract interpretation and management.

TO APPLY
Click on the "APPLY" button on the top right corner of the screen to complete an application. Candidates must also submit/attach:  

1. Cover summarizing your interest and qualifications for the position.
2. Current Curriculum Vitae
3. Names of five (5) professional references, including title and contact information.
4. A copy of Copies of official transcripts (official transcripts required at the time of hire).  
5. Copies of your academic transcript(s) in order to verify all courses completed and/or degree conferred (unofficial transcripts are acceptable). Official transcripts are required at time of hire.

Inquiries and applications are being accepted for the position. Continuous recruitment; first review of applications will begin November 20, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate. A background check will be made prior to employment.
 
INQUIRIES:
 
UHWO Human Resources Office, 808-689-2525, uhwohr@hawaii.edu

EEO, Clery Act, ADA

The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status.  For more information, visit:  https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.

Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-
by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/

Salary : $110,250 - $199,500