Full-Time Vice President of Instruction
Job Description
Vice President of Instruction
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
Salary: $14,525.00 Monthly
Job Type: Full-Time Permanent
Job Number: 24E036
Location: Kirkland, WA
Department:
Closing: 8/18/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
About Our College
Located just outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology in the state of Washington. LWTech offers https://www.lwtech.edu/academics/bachelors/, https://www.lwtech.edu/academics/associate-degrees/, and https://www.lwtech.edu/academics/certificates/ in https://www.lwtech.edu/academics/programs-a-z/, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo.https://www.lwtech.edu/about/our-story/mission/LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council, please click on the https://www.lwtech.edu/about/diversity/edi-council/.
Summary of Responsibilities
The Vice President of Instruction is the Chief Academic Officer of Lake Washington Institute of Technology. The Vice President is responsible for all of the college’s academic and technical programs, services, library, and faculty. This is a contracted exempt management position that
reports to the college President.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
• Provide leadership and direction for the college’s academic and technical programs, services, and the library; ensure alignment of academic affairs and goals with the college’s mission and vision
• Organize and ensure high quality and efficient delivery of all credit programs, distance education, and eLearning at various locations and of different modalities; support new program development efforts
• Work collaboratively with the college’s accreditation liaison officer (ALO) and ensure retention of regional and program accreditation; provide leadership for efforts associated with assessment, outcomes, and strategic planning
• Develop, implement, and systematically review policies, programs, procedures, and standards for assigned functions; work with administrators and faculty to develop programs and courses to maintain high academic standards and meet emerging or changing needs of students, industries, and the community
• Work effectively with the college constituents including faculty, students, administrators, staff, Board of Trustees, industry representatives, donors, etc.
• Represent the college at state community and technical college commission meetings, community organizations, and promote the college at all levels; partner with other higher education institutions, businesses and industries concerning academic matters
• Oversee the development of the class schedule and college catalog
• Manage and monitor divisional budgets
• Supervise, train, and evaluate assigned administrators and provide oversight for faculty performance evaluations ; develop and monitor performance in conjunction with staff annual professional development plans; recommend selection of faculty to the college president
• Serve on various college committees and attend regularly scheduled board of trustees meetings, instructional council meetings, president’s cabinet meetings, and office staff meetings
• Demonstrates leadership in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and completion
• Assist the president and other college administrators as necessary; assume and effectively perform other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
• Prefer earned doctorate and five years of significant senior higher education experience
• Exceptional ability to provide strong leadership with ethics and integrity
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team supporting the college’s mission, vision, and shared governance processes
• Demonstrated leadership in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and completion
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving skills
• Experience in a collective bargaining environment preferred
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation & Work Schedule
Salary is $14,525 per month. This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Typically, office hours are Monday-Friday from 7:30 am to 4:30 pm. This position offers flexible hours and hybrid schedule. This is subject to change based on the institution and division requirements. Evening and weekend hours may be required for outreach & recruitment events, which typically take place on/off campus within a 50 mile radius
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment and vacation accrues at 25 days per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays and 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, exempt employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: https://www.lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/
Required Online Application Materials
• Online application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Contact information for three(3) professional references
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application process
Conditions of Employment
• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks
Physical RequirementsAbility to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.Disability Accommodation LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person
Eligibility VerificationIf you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to workEEO StatementLake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College’s Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.Jeanne Clery StatementNotice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at https://www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034. Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES
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