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Vice President of Academic Affairs

Maricopa Community College district
life insurance, paid time off, sick time, long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 403(b)
United States, Arizona, Chandler
Sep 02, 2025
Vice President of Academic Affairs Job ID: 321779 Location: Chandler-Gilbert Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Hiring Salary Range $142,000.00 - $203,060.00/annually, DOE Grade 501 Work Schedule Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm; some evenings and weekends may be required Summer Hours: Monday - Thursday, 7am-6pm Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary The Maricopa Community College District (MCCD) is one of the largest community college systems in the country, comprising 10 colleges and 31 satellite locations throughout Greater Metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona. Maricopa's mission is to ignite talent, transform lives, and enrich communities through teaching, learning, and service. Maricopa enrolls nearly 140,000 students annually and is Arizona's largest workforce training provider. It offers over 600 associate degree and certificate programs and began offering baccalaureate degrees in the Fall 2023 semester. Its transfer agreements with more than 40 university partners, including Arizona's public state universities, simplify the process for students wishing to continue their education at four-year institutions, making it an economical and popular option for students. In Spring 2025, Maricopa awarded over 25,000 degrees, certificates, and occupational credentials. Campus Statement Chandler-Gilbert Community College invites nominations and applications for the position of Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC), one of the ten Maricopa Community College District (MCCD) serving the greater metropolitan area of Phoenix, Arizona. CGCC was founded in 1985 to serve the higher education needs of the Southeast Valley and was accredited as an independent college in 1992 by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) of the North Central Association. CGCC's three campuses serve more than 19k students each year. Offering over 70 Associate degrees and certificates. CGCC just launched its first Bachelor of Science degree in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. CGCC boasts one of the highest four-year transfer rates in Arizona, cutting-edge workforce partnership programs, while also serving the second-largest population of dual enrollment students in the District. Benefits Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees' and their families' health and well-being. Therefore, the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCD: Affordable and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Nationwide Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage Paid Time Off: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Personal Time 20 Paid Observed Holidays Company-paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability plans, with the option to purchase supplemental coverage Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Pension, including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100% employer-matching contributions Optional Retirement Plans: 403(b), 457(b), Roth 403(b), Roth 457(b) Tuition Reimbursement for employees and dependents Annual Professional Development Funding Flexible Work Schedules Auto allowance $500 / month for VPs Employee Health & Wellness Programs: District-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and Webinars Monthly Health & Wellness Calendar and Newsletter Virta Diabetes Reversal Program, Support Groups, and Diabetes Empowerment Education Programs Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Sight-On-Site Eye Care Services Mobile On-Site Mammography Screenings Pre-Retirement Planning Events Qualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer) Job Summary Reporting directly to the College President, the Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) serves as the Chief Academic Officer by leading, planning, organizing, and administering all academic and instructional support areas of the college. The VPAA is a vital member of a dynamic senior leadership team and an innovative college culture that is fully committed to student success. CGCC faculty value excellence in teaching and learning and partners with administration to actively practice a robust approach to shared governance. A successful candidate will have the ability to build and enhance relationships and partnerships with faculty and the broader college community to empower collaboration and innovation to support teaching and learning. The VPAA should be a systems thinker with proven ability to skillfully navigate the complexity of an independently accredited college that operates within the context of one of the nation's largest community college systems. The next vice president must demonstrate a collegial and growth-minded approach, while advocating for CGCC through the lens of the larger Maricopa district mission of student success. Major initiatives and opportunities will include Academic Planning, HLC Accreditation Efforts, High-Impact Practices (HIPs), Integrated Planning, All-In Retention Efforts, Aspen Unlocking Opportunities, and expansion of Bachelor's degrees. Essential Functions Program Excellence: Academic Leadership, Program Review, and Accreditation. Provides oversight to the College's academic programs and assessment activities, including the development and implementation of an Academic Plan that aligns with the Strategic Plan of the college. Plans and monitors program reviews for general education, workforce development, dual and concurrent enrollment, and community education programs. Provides leadership for Academic departments across numerous disciplines, as well as: Honors, Library, Higher Learning Commission and specialized accreditations, Testing, Computer Labs, Curriculum and Scheduling, and the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Assessment (CTLA). New Initiatives, Innovation, and Partnerships: Champions, designs, and leads initiatives leveraging community partnerships and business relationships to maximize learning opportunities for all learners. Builds and maintains relationships with community partners, K-12 school districts, universities, and business and industry leaders. Serves as a member of college and district councils and committees. Leads development and implementation of innovative learning delivery methods. Leadership and Supervision: As the Chief Academic Officer, the VPAA oversees the college's faculty, including hiring, faculty load assignments, project monitoring, evaluation, appointive status, and other personnel matters. Establishes, maintains, and enforces strict compliance with academic credentials and qualifications. Promotes and leads planning for the integration of innovative approaches to teaching and learning. Resolves conflict, including instructional grievances and complex legal issues. Advocates and engages a commitment to building a collegial college environment, including shared governance, commitment to community outreach, and program development. Engages in courageous conversations and collaborative decision-making, impacting academic affairs and the college. Academic Program Efficiency and Effectiveness: Plans for effective use of resources; examines operations and quality of service delivery to ensure maximum effectiveness. Provides oversight and supervision for the curriculum process, classroom-based courses, and synchronous/asynchronous course delivery. Works with faculty chairs to develop and design curriculum program reviews. Participates in the College's strategic planning processes and works with staff to develop both short- and long-term goals and objectives. Continually monitors the College's progress on numerous initiatives and strategic goals; develops strategies; and makes recommendations regarding allocation of College resources. Develops, prepares, and monitors budgets; oversees strategic scheduling initiatives. Provides leadership in collaboration in the development of the Academic Plan, college catalog, and other related academic affairs publications and documents. Collaborative Partnerships: Collaborates with industry partners, surrounding cities, and occupational faculty to provide resources and programs (Aviation, Artificial Intelligence, Nursing, Mortuary Science, etc.) to support the growing workforce needs of the East Valley. Collaborates and strengthens partnerships with K-12 partners and Student Affairs colleagues on early college programming related to dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, ACE (Achieving a College Education), and Hoop of Learning. Provides collaborative leadership with the members of the Chandler-Gilbert Community College President's Leadership Council; collaborates with Vice Presidents from other Maricopa Community Colleges, and the District Office Provost / Vice Chancellor of Academic and Student Affairs to provide executive leadership support, and the development of operational processes and procedures that will affect the system-level strategic transformation. Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in a teaching field and four (4) years of experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three (3) years of full-time undergraduate teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/ supervisory experience include but are not limited to: division/department chair, project management, policy development leadership, administration, evaluation and compliance leadership, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance leadership. Desired Qualifications A doctorate degree. Full-time teaching experience at a community college. Progressive Academic Affairs leadership experience (i.e., faculty leadership, department/division chair, dean, vice president). Leadership experience working in a full-service, multi-campus or multi-college system at the Dean's level or higher, preferably in a comprehensive community college environment. Leadership experience cultivating partnerships with community, business, and industry leaders to align academic programs with transfer pathways, workforce needs, expand experiential and prior learning opportunities, and strengthen pathways from education to employment. Leadership experience cultivating partnerships with K-12 partners and Student Affairs to enhance and expand early college programs (dual enrollment, concurrent enrollment, etc.). Experience leading and implementing High Impact Practices (HIPs) to promote deep learning, student engagement, and retention. Experience with accreditation (reaffirmation), including compliance reporting. Experience with successful implementation of guided pathway practices (e.g., pathway mapping, developmental education, integrated student support). Examples of commitment to the core principles of the professoriate: shared governance, academic freedom, and peer review. Experience managing complex budgets and large academic enterprises. Special Working Conditions Possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd OR (If moving from out of state) Possession of a valid State Class D Driver's License is required; employee must meet district minimum standards regarding driving: https://www.maricopa.edu/about/careers/application-information#mvd Will be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations May require numerous evenings or weekends May require prolonged periods of viewing a computer screen May be required to lift or carry up to 25 lbs. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit A letter of application (cover letter) not to exceed five pages that succinctly addresses how the candidate's experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the Vice President of Academic Affairs at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number. A list of eight references. For example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from their current institution. References should include contact information, including telephone and email, and a note indicating the candidate's working relations with each. References will not be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information. Clearly illustrate how prior experience, knowledge and education meet the minimum and desired qualifications for this position. Indicate whether former or current employment is Full-Time or Part-Time employment, to include Adjunct or Associate Professor (must include number of hours worked, contact hours or load) Provide employment history in a month/year format (e.g., 09/07 to 10/11) including job title, job duties, for each position held and name of employer for each position. Posting Close Date Apply on or before September 28, 2025 to be considered. * Applicants are required to submit a Letter of Application (Cover Letter), Resume, and List of Eight References. Please review "How To Apply" section for details. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. * EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321779&PostingSeq=1 jeid-f9d8260d5db8d1439a64545042e16294