Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Divine Word College is accepting applications for the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) with a start date of August 2025.The VPAA is the chief academic officer and manages all academic programs of the College, which include three undergraduate study programs leading to BA and AA degrees (Theology and Mission, Philosophy, and Intercultural Studies) and an English as a Second Language (ESL) certificate program. The VPAA provides direct supervision of department chairs, the registrar, and the library director. Further, the VPAA reports directly to the president and works closely with other vice presidents in preparing students for their future missionary service and consecrated religious life.

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in a discipline complimentary to DWC's mission and academic programs
• At least five (5) years of administrative experience including direct supervision of subordinates, budget and asset management, and program assessment
• At least five (5) years of full-time teaching experience in higher education

Additionally Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a multicultural and international environment
• Demonstrated success as a scholar within one's respective discipline
• Knowledge of The Program for Priestly Formation
• Experience leading curriculum change and program development
• Experience in institutional assessment
• Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students towards advanced degrees
• Evidence of mentoring colleagues in pursuing academic success

The full-time position benefit package includes life, medical, dental insurance, vacation, paid holidays, 403(b) Flex Plan and tuition exchange program for employees and family members. In most cases the tuition exchange program covers 100% of tuition at any of the 440 participating institutions.

Send curriculum vitae, cover letter, teaching/leadership philosophy statement, and three professional references by email or regular mail to: ...@dwci.edu or Divine Word College, 102 Jacoby Drive, S.W., P.O. Box 380, Epworth, IA 52045-0380.Application deadline: Review of applications begins April 1, 2025.

Divine Word College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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