Vice President for Academic Affairs and CAO

Vice President for Academic Affairs and CAO

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 Posting Summary 

Working Title  | Vice President for Academic Affairs and CAO
Role Title  | 12 month - Admin - Professor
Role Code  | 01126-FP
FLSA  | Exempt
Pay Band  | 00
Position Number  | 280FA394
Agency  | Northern VA Community College
Agency/Division  | NV280-Exec VP Academic & Student Svs
Work Location  | Fairfax County - 059
Hiring Range  | Commensurate with education and experience
Emergency/Essential Personnel  | No
EEO Category  | A-Official or Administrator
Full Time or Part Time  | Full Time
Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-  |
Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?  |
Work Schedule  | Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM with evenings and
weekends as required for events, meetings, or critical deadlines.
Sensitive Position  | No
Job Description  | NOTE: This position is open to current NOVA employees only. Applications from external candidates will not be considered.

General Description:
The Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer (CAO) provides visionary, strategic, and operational leadership for NOVA’s academic enterprise, ensuring that programs and services advance the College’s mission, values, and commitment to inclusion, excellence, and student success.
 
This position is responsible for the quality, consistency, and integrity of all academic programs across NOVA’s six campuses, NOVA Online, concurrent enrollment high schools, and other instructional sites. In collaboration with faculty, deans, and campus provosts, the Vice President and CAO plans, develops, implements, and evaluates NOVA’s transfer and technical education curricula. The role also oversees the design and delivery of aresponsive, unified academic schedule that meets the needs of NOVA’s diverse student population and supports the College’s strategic enrollment goals.
 
The Vice President and CAO directs the development and continuous improvement of academic services, practices, and policies that support student success, advance equity, and anticipate changes in the higher education landscape. The position also leads the cultivation and sustainability of secondary and university partnerships, while collaborating closely with the Vice President for Strategy, Research and Workforce Innovation to ensure alignment between NOVA’s technical education programs and regional workforce needs. As a member of the President’s Administrative Council, the Vice President/CAO works closely with colleagues across the Virginia Community College System (VCCS) and reports directly to the President.
 
Duties and Tasks:
1. Chief Academic Officer Role a. Serve as the College’s Chief Academic Officer, advising the President on all aspects of academic programs and college-wide academic planning and implementation.b. Provide strategic and operational leadership for NOVA’s instructional programs and courses, ensuring consistent quality and alignment with the College’s mission, values, and commitment to providing exceptional learning experiences.c. Engage shared governance bodies as appropriate to ensure inclusive and effective decision-making.d. Prioritize consistent and clear communications on all Academic Affairs actions and operations.
2. Academic Policy, Governance, and Compliancea. Recommend and administer academic policies, procedures, and mandates, working collaboratively within NOVA’s shared governance structures.b. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies, laws, codes, regulations, and pending legislation related to academic programs; ensure compliance with federal, state, VCCS, and College requirements.c. Provide oversight for NOVA’s accreditation activities and ensure accurate records and timely reporting.
3. Curriculum and Program Developmenta. Collaborate with Provosts, Vice President for Strategy, Research and Workforce Innovation, College Senate, and academic departments to coordinate periodic program reviews and curriculum development.b. Ensure programs are effective, relevant, responsive, and continuously improving to meet student, workforce, and community needs.c. Provide strategic oversight for faculty development through the Center for the Advancement of Teaching Excellence.
4. Student Success and Partnershipsa. Work with the President, Administrative Council, and key stakeholders to improve NOVA’s performance indicators related to student success.b. Provide leadership and oversight for high school dual enrollment programs, maintaining strong partnerships with local school districts and leaders.c. Provide leadership and oversight for articulation agreements with other colleges and universities, initiating, updating, and sunsetting agreements as needed.d. Collaborate with the Vice President for Student Affairs on enrollment management and student services to align academic offerings with student success initiatives.
5. Academic Operationsa. Provide strategic leadership and oversight for NOVA Online and High School Dual Enrollment.b. Supervise the development and timely publication of the College catalog and academic schedule, ensuring accuracy and compliance.c. Represent Academic Affairs and the College on boards, advisory committees, and VCCS and State Council committees.d. Regularly solicit updates and input from faculty and staff on College decisions by engaging shared governance.
e. Make regular requests from employees for updates and input on college decisions and share feedback with supervisors for inclusion in the NOVA Brief.
6. Supervision and Leadership Developmenta. Supervise, evaluate, and support the performance of assigned staff.b. Participate in orientation, training, development, and performance management of staff in accordance with College policies.
Special Assignments  | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications  | KSAs: Knowledge of institutional, state, federal, and accreditation policies, procedures, and regulations affecting postsecondary academic programs. Knowledge of the impact of technology on contemporary postsecondary learning environments. Skill in building and sustaining effective partnerships and collaborations across diverse internal and external stakeholders. Skill in interpersonal communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution. Ability to synthesize, interpret, and present data effectively to varied audiences. Ability to analyze complex issues and make sound, well-informed recommendations. Ability to work effectively with a diverse workforce and college community. Ability to maintain confidentiality on student and personnel matters. Ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and consistently deliver high-quality results. 
Required Qualifications: Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited college or university. Significant experience with progressively responsible academic administrative leadership in a community college and/or university setting. Demonstrated proficiency in using data, evidence, and analysis to inform decision- making. Several years of full-time teaching experience in a credit-bearing postsecondary curriculum. Strong understanding of, and commitment to, the community college mission. Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders to achieve consensus.
Additional Considerations  | Additional Considerations: Tenure or its system equivalent (e.g., continuing or multi-year contract) within an academic discipline at the post-secondary level. Experience in developing partnerships between Academic Affairs and Student Affairs. Experience with strategic planning, academic program review, and institutional effectiveness. Demonstrated support for faculty and staff development, mentoring, and evaluation. Experience building collaborative partnerships with business, industry, and educational institutions. Familiarity with large, complex, multi-campus community colleges or higher education systems.
Operation of a State Vehicle  | Yes
Supervises Employees  | Yes
Required Travel  | Some traveling is involved.

 Posting Detail Information 

Posting Number  | FAC_1745P
Recruitment Type  | Agency Employee Only - E
Number of Vacancies  | 1
Position End Date (if temporary)  |
Job Open Date  | 10/08/2025
Job Close Date  | 11/09/2025
Open Until Filled  |
Agency Website  | www.nvcc.edu
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Special Instructions to Applicants  | This position is open to current NOVA employees only. Applications from external candidates will not be considered.
Additional Information  | Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) is the largest public institution of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia and one of the largest community colleges in the nation. NOVA enrolls nearly 75,000 students on its six campuses in Alexandria, Annandale, Sterling, Manassas, Springfield, and Woodbridge, as well as through NOVA Online and high school dual enrollment programs. The College offers more than 100 affordable associate degree and certificate programs to help our students reach their academic and professional goals in some of the most in-demand careers.

At NOVA, we are deeply committed to fostering an inclusive community for all students, faculty, and staff, and our diverse workforce is representative of this commitment. To this end, we encourage all applicants seeking to add value through their diverse backgrounds, experiences, and interests to consider employment opportunities with NOVA.

NOVA offers eligible employees a benefits package that includes a comprehensive health and dental insurance program, generous paid leave, deferred compensation plans, paid parental leave, state employee discounts, and a solid and secure retirement program.We strive to ensure our employees have tools and development opportunities to support and promote NOVA’s mission. For more information about NOVA and its programs and services, please visit our website at www.nvcc.edu.

The security of our students, faculty, and staff is very important at NOVA. Please take a moment to review NOVA’s Annual Security Reports.
Background Check Statement Disclaimer  | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link:  http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/
EEO Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.
ADA Statement  | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.
E-Verify Statement  | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.
Quicklink for Posting  | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/89570

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