Associate Vice President Liberal Arts

Orange County Community College (SUNY Orange), located in the scenic Hudson Valley, is a multi-campus College with locations in the cities of Middletown and Newburgh, NY. We proudly claim the distinction of being the first county-sponsored New York State Community College. And, for over 70 years, SUNY Orange has been the primary workforce provider and educational resource for residents of Orange County and neighboring counties.

Our students come from all walks of life and are committed to their education and career development. Our graduates speak highly of a curriculum that challenges them and prepares them upon graduation to be competitive and successful if they are directly entering the workforce or to thrive when they transfer to four-year institutions. SUNY Orange values diversity, has been certified as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and has been named a Military Friendly college.

The College seeks dynamic individuals eager to engage in thoughtful, energetic and impactful leadership, and to help shape the future of a College that is respected within its community. If you desire the opportunity to mold the members of our diverse student body into the accomplished professionals and leaders they wish to become, crave an administrative atmosphere where creativity and forward-thinking ideas are welcomed, and are willing to roll up your sleeves to make it all happen, we encourage you to consider joining our College community.

Under the direction of the Provost, the Associate Vice President for Liberal Arts provides strategic and operational leadership for the Liberal Arts academic division.

This position works collaboratively with academic and administrative leaders to advance the College's academic priorities, support student success, strengthen programs and curriculum, and implement divisional and campus-wide initiatives.

The Associate Vice President for Liberal Arts provides leadership in curriculum and program development, assessment, faculty and staff management, budgeting and planning, scheduling, enrollment and recruitment initiatives, external funding opportunities, and other academic priorities. This position also serves as a key member of the Provost's senior leadership team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Contribute to the Provost senior leadership team, helping to formulate and implement present and future academic plans, projects, and assessments
• Provide vision and leadership for curriculum, program, and pedagogical development, including new programs and certificates, technology integration, online learning, and evening, weekend, and intersession programming.
• Lead divisional and cross-divisional initiatives and projects in collaboration with academic affairs, student services, and other College leadership.
• Oversee academic program development and regulatory submissions, including new and revised program proposals to SUNY and the New York State Education Department.
• Lead divisional planning, budgeting, assessment, and continuous improvement efforts to support student learning outcomes, program quality, relevance, and fiscal responsibility.
• Provide oversight of divisional academic operations, including course scheduling, faculty loading, course cancellations, independent studies, academic waivers and substitutions, and related academic processes.
• Provide leadership and oversight of divisional personnel, including recruitment, selection, supervision, evaluation, professional development, additional compensation, and faculty Promotion, Retention, and Tenure processes.
• Support student recruitment, enrollment, and community engagement efforts and represent the College at appropriate higher education, business, community, and industry events.
• Oversee divisional communications and academic publications, including program materials and College catalog content, and ensure information remains accurate and current.
• Co-lead the Academic Affairs Leadership Team (AALT), including meeting coordination, communication, and follow-up, and serve as a resource for resolving student, faculty, and staff concerns in accordance with College policies and procedures.

Education Required: A Master's degree in an academic discipline within the Division or a closely related field.

Experience

Required:

Demonstrated understanding of the community college mission and instructional operations including instruction, curriculum, and accreditation. Teaching experience within an accredited…