Jefferson Community College in Watertown, New York, is seeking its next Provost, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, with an anticipated start date no later than June 1, 2025. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and strategic thinker, as well as a team builder, who is deeply committed to fostering equity and ensuring that students, faculty, and staff have the resources and support needed to succeed. This accomplished and diplomatic leader will possess exceptional interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills, along with a proven ability to make data-driven decisions that advance a strong, equity-focused student success agenda.
The Provost, Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs serves as the Chief Academic Officer of the institution and is responsible for administrative leadership for all academic activities of the College including planning, development, implementation, and assessment of credit, non-credit and workforce curricula and instruction, academic policies, the College’s library, full and part-time academic faculty and staff, and institutional and programmatic accreditation.
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ABOUT JEFFERSON:
Jefferson Community College is one of 64 campuses—and one of 30 community colleges—which comprise the State University of New York (SUNY) system; it is the only institution of higher education whose campus is within a 50-mile radius of the city of Watertown, New York. Jefferson Community College is located in the northern tier of New York State at the junction of Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River; bordering to the north is the Province of Ontario, Canada – collectively, a region of rich history, abundant natural resources and unique culture. The County and the College’s close proximity to the Black River, Adirondack Park, the Thousand Islands region and Lake Ontario provides easy access to a variety of year-round activities and attractions.
To learn more about the natural beauty, cultural richness, and opportunities offered by Jefferson Community College, we invite you to view the Executive Search Profile and this informative video.
OUR MISSION:
Educate. Inspire. Empower.
OUR VISION:
Jefferson Community College will be a premier higher education institution, transforming lives to strengthen the region and foster positive change worldwide.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s Degree in an academic discipline, Education, Academic Administration, or equivalent, required. Doctorate degree preferred.
- Ten (10) years of demonstrated leadership in academic administration including evaluation and development of faculty, curriculum/program development and assessment, planning, fiscal management, and resource allocation.
- Full-time teaching experience at the post-secondary level.
- Applicants must interact and communicate effectively with diverse populations, foster inclusion, and promote equal access and treatment for groups traditionally under-represented in higher education.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
Strategic Plan
Advertised Salary: $140,000-$155,000/yr. Salary is determined based upon experience and education as well as internal equity. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes NYS retirement, medical, vision, and dental insurance, long-term disability, generous leave policies, paid holidays, pre-tax flexible spending accounts, and tax-deferred Compensation, as well as employee and dependent tuition waivers.
To Apply: For additional information about the College and this posting, please visit https://www.sunyjefferson.edu, and select “Careers at Jefferson”. You may apply by selecting the “Apply Now” button. A cover letter, résumé, unofficial transcripts for all degrees, and contact information for three professional references are required. For consideration, completed applications must be received by Sunday, February 16, 2025.
Finalists will be responsible for interview-related expenses.
Final candidates are subject to a pre-employment criminal background investigation.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
