Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development
Southern University at Shreveport, Louisiana (SUSLA) is accepting applications for the Vice Chancellor, Academic Affairs and Workforce Development position. SUSLA is a comprehensive community college serving Shreveport, Bossier City, and surrounding areas in Northwest Louisiana. It is one of five campuses constituting the Historically Black Southern University System. The University serves approximately 3,000 undergraduate students and offers 32 undergraduate degrees and certificate programs in a variety of fields including Allied Health, Nursing, Aerospace Technology, Business Studies, Behavioral Science/Education and Science & Technology.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chancellor, the Vice Chancellor (VC) of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development is responsible for providing leadership and administrative oversight to all aspects of academic affairs and workforce development for Southern University at Shreveport (SUSLA) to ensure success of the educational mission. Provides executive oversight and strategic guidance in the planning, development, implementation, assessment, and evaluation of all aspects of academic programming for all academic divisions (including SUSLA Connect) as well as instructional support services (i.e., library services and online/distance education). Provides executive oversight and strategic guidance to the University relative to business, industry, and community relationship/partnership development. The Vice Chancellor is responsible for the development of innovative, entrepreneurial, and strategic initiatives designed to respond proactively to the academic and workforce needs of the communities we serve.
Specific duties are:
- Oversees all academic and career tech credit and non-credit program offerings;
- Oversees all customized training and/or corporate training offerings;
- Oversees new program development processes;
- Establishes and/or enhances partnerships and relationships, with business, industry, government, and community organizations that support local and regional economic and workforce development efforts;
- Assures the development of academic schedules across the college that meet the needs of students and academic programs, assigns faculty members effectively, enhances facility use, and integrates instructional technology in all modes of delivery;
- Supervises the timely development and publication of the college schedule and catalog;
- Develops and facilitates high school/college programming, transfer articulations, and other collaborative partnerships;
- Identify potential local, state and/or federal funding sources, assessing impact and requirements, and facilitating system efforts to secure these resources;
- Serve as the university liaison for the SUSLA Community Development Corporation (CDC); Promotes small business, entrepreneurship and community development, and incorporates training opportunities;
- Develop and update the college's Academic Affairs and Workforce Development Strategic Plans and assures their integration with other major planning efforts within the college;
- Develops the budget for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development;
- Supervises and manages the Academic grievance and appeals process;
- Coordinate the development of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development brochures/handouts, and other materials;
- Supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel; coordinate the work assignments of assigned personnel; review work to assure compliance with established standards, requirements and procedures;
- Develop and implement measures and methodology for determining the effectiveness and efficiency of the Academic Affairs and Workforce Development Division;
- Ensure Academic Affairs and Workforce Development functions are leading edge and adhere to the highest quality standards;
- In coordination with the Chancellor and the Executive Team, participate in the development of rules, regulations, procedures, and policies applicable to Academic Affairs and Workforce Development;
- Maintain knowledge of Academic Affairs and Workforce Development trends, practices, laws and regulations;
- Monitor Academic Affairs and Workforce Development website pages to remain current and ensure accuracy;
- Establish procedures for Academic Affairs and Workforce Development record retention and disposal;
- Occasional evening and weekend work and overnight travel may be required;
- Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited college or university
- Three or more years of increasingly responsible administrative experience in Academic Affairs and/or Workforce Development
- One or more years of experience as faculty (including adjunct or part-time) at a postsecondary institution
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint)
- Strong communication (written and verbal), organizational and interpersonal skills, and a collaborative approach to working with students, colleagues and partners
- Eligibility for a Louisiana Driver's License
Preferred Qualifications
- Doctorate degree from an accredited college or university
- Three or more years of increasingly responsible administrative experience at or above the Dean’s or Director’s level (or equivalent) in Academic Affairs
- Two or more years of increasingly responsible administrative experience at or above the Dean’s or Director’s level (or equivalent) in Workforce Development
- Working experience with Ellucian’s Banner or other major student information system
- Organizational and managerial skills with respect to complex, sensitive issues
Salary: $100,000 – $125,000
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties.
Criminal background check and reference verification is required.
Southern University at Shreveport, an institution within the Southern University and A & M System, seeks to provide quality education for its students, while being committed to the total community. This institution prepares students for careers in technical and occupational fields; awards certificates, diplomas and associate degrees; and offers courses and programs that are transferable to other colleges and universities. Dedicated to excellence in instruction and community service, this open enrollment institution promotes cultural diversity, provides developmental and continuing education, and seeks partnerships with business and industry.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send cover letter, resume’ or curriculum vitae, unofficial or official transcript(s), and three reference letters to:
Wayne H. Bryant, Director of Human Resources
Southern University at Shreveport
3050 Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive
Shreveport, LA 71107
HResource@susla.edu
The cover letter should be no more than 7 pages (12 point font) and address the following: 1) Candidate’s experience and success with academic program development, review and revision; 2) Candidate’s experience and success with workforce development initiatives in support of economic development locally, statewide, regionally or nationally; 3) Candidate’s experience and success leading institutional (especially relative to academic affairs) and/or program accreditation efforts; 4) Candidate’s experience and success collaborating with divisions and/or departments across the institution/organization to achieve institutional/organizational goals; 5) Candidate’s experience and success leading and collaborating with faculty on professional development opportunities and student success initiatives; 6) Candidate’s experience and success engaging with business, civic, industry, educational, and community leaders to develop mutually beneficial relationships, partnerships, and programs; and 7) Candidate’s experience and success collaborating with Student Affairs and Enrollment Management to increase student enrollment, retention, graduation and job placement.
In a supplemental document of no more than 3 pages (12 point font), please describe your top 3 to 5 personal characteristics and how these traits contribute to your success as a leader in a professional organization.
APPLICATION DEADLINE:
Review of applications begins Thursday, September 19, 2019 and continues until the position is filled.
Official transcrips will be required if selected as a finalist.
Southern University at Shreveport does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, age or disability. Title IX Coordinator: Dr. Tuesday W. Mahoney, Johnny L. Vance, Jr. Student Activity Center, Room 208, (318) 670-9201. Section 504 Coordinator: Ms. Jerushka Ellis, Health & Physical Education Complex, Room 314, (318) 670-9367
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