Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer

Concordia University Chicago (CUC) invites applications for the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Chief Academic Officer position. Reporting directly to the President the Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for the vision leadership and strategic direction of the Universitys academic pursuits. This includes oversight of all academic programs policies and personnel; alignment of academic priorities with the Universitys mission Lutheran identity and strategic plan; and the stewardship of academic and fiscal resources through collaboration with faculty staff and senior leadership.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Candidates must support and be committed to the mission and identity of Concordia University Chicago a university of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS).
• Supervise the university registrar director of the library assistant vice president for academic affairs deans of the colleges and the executive assistant; oversee management of all academic colleges offices centers personnel budgets and other academic resources.
• Oversee all academic programs policies and resources across undergraduate and graduate levels; lead faculty recruitment development and evaluation.
• Maintain institutional and programmatic accreditation; ensure compliance with academic standards federal/state regulations and internal policies.
• Serve on the Presidents Executive Cabinet contributing to strategic decisions and institutional leadership; advance institutional priorities including enrollment growth student retention program innovation faculty excellence the Universitys Lutheran identity Christian mission and financial strength.
• In the event the President becomes incapable of carrying out the duties of his office serves as Acting President until relieved by the Board of Regents or the Presidents return. As Acting President serves as the spiritual academic and administrative head of the institution. The Universitys bylaws and the doctrine of the LCMS hold that the role of spiritual head of the institution must be held by a male.

Skill Sets:

• Exhibit effective professional accurate and timely communication with all stakeholders
• Have demonstrated leadership in academic program development accreditation and cross-functional collaboration
• Have a demonstrated understanding of and facility in handling the complexity of developing and integrating a wide range of academic programs at a university
• Demonstrate strong administrative and project management skills including strategic thinking and attention to detail
• Exhibit a commitment to CUCs Lutheran identity and Christian mission with understanding of faith-based higher education.

Minimum Experience Required:

• Experience with and appreciation of the centrality of academic affairs in the university budget planning process
• Strong record of success at progressively senior levels in higher education with specific experience in managing within a highly complex institution
• Experience in curriculum planning and the development of a wide range of academic programs
• Experience with and a commitment to shared academic governance
• Active membership in an LCMS congregation and strong commitment to the Biblical faith

Education Requirements:

• Doctoral degree is required.
• Undergraduate certification or colloquy completion as a professional church worker in the LCMS is preferred.

Compensation and Benefits:

Starting range and faculty rank is dependent upon individual qualifications and experience. Concordia University Chicago benefit options include but are not limited to the following:

• Health Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and/or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability and Survivor Plan
• Retirement Pension Plan
• Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Tuition benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)

Application Information:

Interested individuals should include the following in their online application:

1. Cover letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Copies of post-secondary academic transcripts that reflect completion of advanced degree(s) (Official transcripts will be required upon hiring of successful candidates.)
4. Names and phone numbers of three references

* Only applicants submitting all required documentation above will be considered.

Concordia does not discriminate in the employment of individuals on the basis of race color national or ethnic origin disability sex or age. As an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod however and to the extent allowed by law Concordia University reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religious affiliation.

Concordia University Chicago does not generally sponsor for employment visas except for positions that oversee teach or support our international programs.

About Concordia University Chicago:

Concordia University Chicago is a liberal arts-based Christian university founded in the Lutheran tradition. Through its College of Theology Arts & Humanities College of Business College of Education and College of Health Science & Technology Concordia-Chicago offers more than 160 areas of study in small classes taught by professors who are passionate about teaching and student success. All undergraduate and graduate degrees are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Concordia University Chicago has been recognized as a College of Distinction since 2010 and is consistently ranked among the Best Regional UniversitiesMidwest by U.S. News & World Report. For more than a decade combined undergraduate and graduate enrollment has exceeded 5000 students. Concordia University Chicago is located in River Forest 10 miles west of downtown Chicago. Learn more about our commitment to higher education rooted in the Gospel at .

Steadfast in Jesus Christ as revealed in the Holy Scriptures Concordia University Chicago promotes academic rigor in its liberal arts and professional programs; grounds students in objective truth integrity and excellence; and practices faithfulness to the Confessional teachings of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod as it forms students for vocations in church family and the world.

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