Direct Appointment - Vice President of Instruction

Direct Appointment
- Vice President of Instruction Position Information

Job Title Direct Appointment
- Vice President of Instruction

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Job Description

OVERVIEW : At Yuba College, the Vice President of Instruction holds a pivotal role in shaping an educational environment that champions student success and equity. The Vice President of Instruction is responsible for developing and overseeing quality, innovative instructional programs and services that are responsive to the diverse needs of our student body and the demands of a rapidly changing world.

Working closely with faculty, staff, and administrative teams, the Vice President of Instruction supports the development and implementation of curriculum that meets the evolving needs of our students and the community y champion equity by advocating for policies and practices that remove barriers to academic achievement, ensuring that every student has the support they need to succeed. Through collaborative leadership, the Vice President of Instruction guides Yuba College in maintaining the highest standards of academic excellence, making it a place where students can thrive, achieve their goals, and transform their lives.

We invite qualified candidates to join us in our commitment to student success, excellence, equity, and community engagement.

Yuba College (YC) is seeking an equity-minded, dynamic, collaborative, and results-oriented leader to serve as Vice President of Instruction.

BASIC FUNCTION : The Vice President of Instruction will report directly to the President of Yuba College. The Vice President serves as the Chief Instructional Officer providing general oversight for the College’s academic programs. The Vice President manages and evaluates the work of the Instructional Deans, other managers, and staff within the Office of Instruction.

• Under the direction of the President of Yuba College, serves as the Chief Instructional Officer for the College, overseeing academic programs and instructional support services.
• Provide visionary leadership in the development and implementation of academic programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across all facets of the institution and among a diverse community of managers, faculty, staff, and students.
• Collaborate with other college leaders to implement strategic goals and priorities aligned with the college’s mission and values.
• Lead the continued development and refinement of guided pathway framework aimed at improving student success and completion.
• Work closely with faculty, staff, and administrators to ensure seamless pathways for student progression, transfer, and career readiness.
• Work with the College President to develop and implement strategies to increase student enrollment and improve persistence rates, particularly among underrepresented and post-traditional student populations.
• Analyze enrollment trends, student data, and feedback to identify barriers and opportunities for enhancing student success.
• Interpret and analyze pertinent educational laws, legislation, policies, regulations and procedures to determine the impact on the College and to formulate compliance and reporting strategies.
• Complete timely and accurate reports at the State, Federal, and local level in the area of responsibility as assigned by the President.
• Under the direction of the College President, provide leadership in the preparation of accreditation reporting. Serves as the College’s Accreditation Liaison Officer with ACCJC .
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts within the instructional division, fostering a culture of belonging and respect. Implement strategies to recruit and retain diverse faculty and staff, and ensure inclusive teaching and…