Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs & Student Affairs

The Position

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To apply to this position, please follow the instructions in this posting. About our Institution: As New Jersey's first community college, Ocean County College is a comprehensive, student-centered institution serving more than 7,000 students each Fall. OCC's Pathways initiative offers concentrated Areas of Study across liberal arts, STEM, health sciences, and technical fields, along with workforce development credentials designed to meet the evolving needs of local employers.

The College is recognized for its affordability, innovation, and commitment to providing educational opportunities for students from all backgrounds. OCC's large, modern campus combines a vibrant college atmosphere with the natural beauty and character of New Jersey's coastal region, featuring wooded areas, nature trails, and contemporary academic and student facilities. OCC is located in Toms River, New Jersey, and is close to many of the Jersey Shore's popular shore destinations, including Point Pleasant, Asbury Park, and Island Beach State Park.

Located in the heart of Ocean County, OCC is surrounded by waterways, parks, restaurants, entertainment, and year-round recreational opportunities, offering employees a distinctive quality of life both on and off campus. For professionals seeking a workplace where they can contribute, grow, and make a meaningful difference, Ocean County College offers more than a career, it offers an opportunity to be part of a welcoming community, collaborate with talented colleagues, and help shape the future of one of Ocean County's leading employers.

--- About the Position :
The Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs is central to the college's mission and is expected to provide profound and lasting impact on our student body, faculty, staff, and the wider community we serve. The Executive Vice President is a trusted partner to the College President, working collaboratively to execute the President's vision for the institution. As a key and active member of our College's Executive Team, this position exercises significant influence and authority in advancing strategic priorities, institution-wide governance, transformative educational initiatives, responsible stewardship of resources, and the vitality of the communities we serve.

As a collaborative and access-centered leader, the Executive Vice President champions the seamless integration of academic programs and comprehensive student support services, ensuring equitable pathways for all students to discover their potential, persist, and achieve their educational and career aspirations. This position drives student recruitment and promotes efficient workforce development programs that enable learners to be career ready. With oversight of two divisions encompassing fifteen departments and five schools, the Executive Vice President provides inspired and accountable leadership, aligns people and purpose, and fosters a culture of innovation, civility, transparency, and continuous improvement.

The Executive Vice President is committed to cultivating a positive and inclusive workplace environment, addressing employee relations matters with consistency, integrity, and building strong internal and external partnerships. The Executive Vice President, models professionalism, fairness, and accountability in all interactions, setting expectations for civil discourse and constructive problem-solving across the institution. Classification:
Non-Affiliated Administrator Staff Duration:
Full Time 12 months

How to Apply: This is a confidential search process. To ensure full consideration, application materials should be received no later than September 29, 2026. The position will remain open until filled.

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1.Provide strategic visionary leadership for all Academic Affairs and Student Affairs functions; aligning programs, services, and policies with the College's mission and strategic plan.
2.Oversee development, delivery, and assessment of academic programs across all modalities ensuring integrity, rigor, and…