Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs & Student Affairs Job Toms River area,New Jersey USA,Education / Teaching

Executive Vice President Of Academic Affairs And Student Affairs

This position is central to Ocean County 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.

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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Candidates will need to have the following information or materials available to complete the application:

A letter of application (not to exceed 5 pages) that succinctly addresses the opportunities and challenges identified in the Position Profile and demonstrates how the candidate's experience and professional qualifications prepare them to serve as the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs of Ocean County College.

A current resume including an email address and cellular telephone number.

A list of eight references: for example, two to three supervisors, two to three direct reports, and two to three faculty and/or staff members from current and former institutions.

For additional information, nominations, or confidential inquiries please contact:

Bradley Ebersole, Ph.D., ACCT Search Consultant, at or (mobile)

The Successful Candidate Must Have:

Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in a relevant academic discipline, higher education administration, or closely related field.

Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in higher education, preferably at a community college, including at least five (5) years in leadership roles directly in academic and/or student affairs.

Demonstrated college-level teaching experience across multiple instructional modalities, with a strong commitment to staying current in emerging teaching trends and evidence-based best practices.

Experience leading complex academic and/or student services programs. Demonstrated experience as a visionary change agent in developing, implementing, and evaluating innovative programs or services. Proven ability to think outside of the box.

Successful leadership in strategic planning, accreditation processes, and change management initiatives.

Knowledge of student development theory, academic program assessment, higher education law, Title IV/Title IX, and student conduct processes.

Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively within a unionized environment and shared governance structure.

Even Better If You Have:

Documented success leading major collaborative initiatives and institutional transformation efforts.

Curated, developed, and implemented new and revised college-wide policies.

Direct experience leading and supervising faculty and/or unionized staff.

Ocean County College offers the following benefits to full-time Non-Affiliated Administrators:
Personal Time Off: OCC offers generous time off every fiscal year. Mid-year appointments will receive a prorated share of allotted time off.

Vacation:
Twenty-five (25) Days Sick:
Thirteen (13) Days Holidays:
Fifteen (15) College Recognized Holidays

Pension Benefits:
Participation in the New Jersey State Pension System is a requirement of eligible employees. Depending on the position and NJ…