FT Associate Vice President of Academics
Salary
$121,721.00 - $138,756.00 Annually
Location
Downtown Center - District Wide, AZ
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
2602190-000847
Division
FT--Academics
Opening Date
07/13/2026
FLSA
Exempt
Remote Work Eligible
No
Pay Grade
EX20
Duration/Parameters
Full-time; 12 Months per Year
Position Summary
Position Summary: The Associate Vice President of Academics (AVPA) provides district-wide leadership, direction, and administrative oversight for academic operations and services that support instructional quality, faculty success, academic innovation, and student achievement. The AVPA is responsible for leadership of faculty support services, curriculum and academic processes, instructional technology, accreditation coordination, assessment and program review, institutional effectiveness functions, and continuous improvement initiatives that support the college's mission and strategic priorities.
Working collaboratively with faculty, deans, directors, and institutional leaders, the AVPA promotes academic excellence by effectively implementing institutional priorities, making data-informed decisions, and aligning academic operations with student success goals, accreditation requirements, and institutional planning efforts.
Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.
Note: This job posting is open until filled. Applications are reviewed upon receipt with priority given to applications received by 07/31/2026.
Cochise College requires a post-offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees.
Marketing Statement
Cochise College serves the residents of Cochise County from two campuses and four centers throughout Southern Arizona with panoramic views of five different mountain ranges. The college has been recognized nationally for its cost, return on investment, and high success rate; providing over 90 general and technical education programs leading to a variety of workforce certificates and associate degrees. The college is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI).
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Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:
Provides district-wide leadership and administrative oversight for academic operations and services that support instructional quality, faculty effectiveness, academic innovation, and student achievement.
Serves in leadership and advisory roles related to compliance, budget oversight, institutional initiatives, and representation on local, regional, and national organizations, and advises the Provost on matters related to academic priorities, operational planning, institutional effectiveness, and student success.
Provides leadership for faculty support services, instructional design, instructional technology, educational technology systems, and professional development initiatives that support effective teaching and learning across all instructional modalities..
Provides leadership for curriculum development, curriculum review, catalog maintenance, academic governance processes, and implementation of approved curriculum changes in collaboration with faculty, deans, and curriculum committees.
Provides administrative oversight for accreditation activities and academic compliance processes to ensure adherence to Higher Learning Commission requirements, Department of Education regulations, substantive change processes, and applicable state and federal requirements.
Provides administrative oversight for assessment, program review, student learning assessment, and continuous improvement processes to support academic quality, student success outcomes, and institutional effectiveness.
Provides administrative oversight for institutional effectiveness functions, including institutional research, institutional reporting, assessment support, accreditation reporting, data governance, and data-informed planning through supervision of the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness.
Supports development and implementation of academic programs, including credit and non-credit offerings, workforce-aligned programs, micro-credentials, transfer pathways, and other instructional initiatives aligned with institutional priorities.
Supports development and maintenance of partnerships with K-12 schools, universities, workforce partners, community organizations, and external stakeholders to strengthen educational pathways, transfer opportunities, dual enrollment, workforce readiness, and student success.
Supports implementation of key academic initiatives, institutional projects, academic planning activities, and strategic planning efforts.
Provides leadership for grants and external funding aligned with institutional priorities, including Perkins and other workforce-focused funding.
Performs other related duties as assigned
General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective and competent manner and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty and staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations and guidelines as they relate to this position.
Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Education and Experience Requirements:
Master's degree in a related discipline from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of Education
Five years of related, full-time, professional experience that includes two years of faculty teaching and/or academic leadership experience
Doctoral degree is preferred
An equivalent combination of education and/or experience from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved may be considered
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
High level of integrity and commitment to student success and the community college mission
Knowledge and understanding of current higher education issues, trends, and future conversations
Knowledge and understanding of demographics affecting higher education and ability to articulate challenges and opportunities for the college community
Knowledge of instructional pedagogies, learning styles, and current research in the field
Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and procedures
Knowledge of quality and process improvement systems, strategies and tools
Knowledge of current trends and methods related to research and data collection
Knowledge of curriculum development and management processes and requirements
Knowledge of federal and state reporting requirements and issues impacting higher education
Knowledge of organizational structure, workflow and operating procedures, as well as management principles and practices
Knowledge and skill in quantitative and qualitative research, data collection, statistical analysis and reporting
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful manner
Ability to effectively supervise the work of others and lead a team committed to the college's mission
Ability to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situations
Ability to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple tasks through to completion with an attention to detail
Ability to work independently while contributing to team environment
Ability to effectively identify and resolve problems and to maintain strict confidentiality related to sensitive judgement and decision-making processes
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, other department staff, students and the public
Skill in using complex database management systems, spreadsheets, word processing and statistical software
Skill in working in a cross-functional team environment utilizing tact and diplomacy
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed under general supervision in an office setting with appropriate climate controls. Travel, evening, and weekend work may be necessary.
Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, ability to communicate.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting majority of time; walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met
Mental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are important
Reports to: Provost
Cochise College is committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package as part of total compensation for our benefit eligible employees.
Employer Cochise College
Address 901 N Colombo Ave
Sierra Vista, Arizona, 85635
Phone 520-515-3623
520-515-5464
Website https://www.cochise.edu