ASSOCIATE FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Title: ASSOCIATE FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

State Role Title: ASSOCIATE FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $80,000

Pay Band: UG

Agency: State Council of Higher Educ

Location: St Council of Higher Education

Agency Website: www.schev.edu

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

About the Organization

The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) is the coordinating body for the nation’s preeminent system of postsecondary education. SCHEV is responsible for: developing and promoting an educationally and economically sound, vigorous, progressive and coordinated system of higher education; facilitating collaboration among postsecondary institutions that enhances academic quality and operational efficiency; developing and submitting recommendations to the executive and legislative branches on budgetary and policy matters; and providing advisory and/or regulatory guidance to the institutions. In 2014, SCHEV developed The Virginia Plan for Higher Education, a statewide strategic plan. Updated and approved in January 2021, Pathways to Opportunity: The Virginia Plan for Higher Education is designed to identify trends that the Commonwealth must address if it is to continue to prosper and succeed. The plan provides a roadmap for Virginia to be the “Best State for Education” by 2030. In order to do so, it will fulfill its mission of advancing equitable, affordable and transformative higher education.

While SCHEV is responsible for management of The Pathways plan, execution relies on collaboration among institutions, K-12, general assembly members and staff, Governor’s staff, and other key stakeholders. Ongoing communications, including progress on the measures and targets, as well as initiatives are critical to meeting the needs of the Commonwealth and its citizens.

SCHEV aspires to be a great place to work. It is an environment of public servants committed to developing an educationally and economically sound, vigorous, progressive and coordinated system of higher education in Virginia. We value honesty, quality, diversity, inclusion, growth-orientation, personal well-being, equity, transparency and accountability. And we seek team players who will advance these values through their work and engagement. SCHEV is located in Richmond, the state capitol and artistic and cultural center of Virginia.

About the Position

SCHEV is seeking a higher education professional to serve as Associate for Academic Affairs. The Associate will join a dynamic and dedicated team that is responsible for carrying out SCHEV’s responsibilities and duties related to academic policy in public higher education in Virginia. The ideal candidate will have experience and knowledge of academic issues in higher education, with an emphasis on one or more of the four following areas: academic degree program evaluation; degree program productivity; education-related legislative analysis; student learning assessment. Applications must include a cover letter that addresses the applicant’s capacity to work in one or more of the four listed areas. The Associate must also have the skills and flexibility to contribute effectively when called on to support various ad hoc responsibilities in Academic Affairs, such as (but not limited to) assisting with cross-agency projects and initiatives and responding to requests and directives from the Governor and General Assembly. The Associate will be called on to support ongoing quality improvement measures related to SCHEV processes, to serve as a resource to Academic Affairs staff, and to serve as liaison to SCHEV advisory committees. The Associate for Academic Affairs must have the temperament and ability to work collaboratively with staff throughout the agency, and with representatives at institutions of higher education. SCHEV is located in Richmond, the political and cultural capital of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

This position is considered an exceptional position with a contractual agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

· Experience demonstrating the ability to work in one or more of the following areas:

o academic degree program evaluation;
o degree program productivity;
o education-related legislative analysis;
o student learning assessment.

· Experience demonstrating the ability to carry out tasks and assignments with close attention to detail, clarity of language, and quantitative precision.
· Experience demonstrating the ability to make oral presentations and to draft professional written analyses, guidance documents, and correspondence.
· Experience demonstrating knowledge, abilities, and skills using MS Office applications.

Additional Considerations

· A work history demonstrating considerable professional work experience in a relevant role at a university, university system office, state agency, or other organization (e.g., accrediting body or federal government) whose scope of work includes the academic enterprise in higher education.
· Experience in researching and evaluating labor market-focused research in support of evaluating alignment of industry needs and academic programs (degree level) and training.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

You may apply for this position at Home (virginia.gov). AMERICORPS, PEACE CORPS, AND OTHER NATIONAL SERVICE ALUMNI ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:55pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS). Applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered. Applicants are expected to fully represent qualifications and work history on the State applications and or in resumes. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided in the application, resume, or other relevant documents provided; therefore, it is essential for applicants to supply detailed information. Applications should include complete work history and periods of unemployment if applicable.

Submitting an incomplete state application/resume, or a state application/resume lacking in detail, may impact your interview eligibility. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.

SCHEV values honesty, quality, diversity, inclusion, growth-orientation, personal well-being, equity, transparency, and accountability.

Contact Information

Name: Taris Harmon

Phone: 804-225-2532

Email: taris.harmon@dhrm.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.