Vice President, Instruction
Salary
$114,981.00 - $131,407.00 Annually
Location
Caldwell Campus, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
SU26-KW02
Department
Office of the President
Opening Date
06/30/2026
Closing Date
8/16/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
Serves as Chief Academic Officer under the authority and supervision of the President; ensures that instructional programs meet the educational attainment and workforce development needs of the College's service area and region; exercises responsibility for instructional activities, personnel, and fiscal management; encourages innovation and continuous improvement in all instructional programs and methods of delivery; develops and implements sound academic policies and procedures; ensures that instructional programs maintain compliance with all applicable institutional and professional accreditation standards; provides direction and collaborative support for the instructional deans, support staff, and the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning; facilitates collaborations with educational, workforce development, and industry partners to advance the College's instructional mission.
Examples of Duties
Essential and other responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Essential Functions:
Marginal Functions:
This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. The President or appropriate supervisory personnel may assign additional duties. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title with or without notice.
Qualifications and Working Conditions
Knowledge of:
Organizational and management practices as applied to the planning, analysis and evaluation of College programs, policies, and operational needs.
Principles and practices of budget preparation and administration.
Principles and techniques of classroom instruction.
Principles of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
Advanced principles and procedures of academic and instructional program development and administration.
The mission, goals, and objectives of CCC&TI.
Advanced principles and practices of instructional development and strategies.
Pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Institutional and programmatic accreditation requirements and processes
Ability to:
Function effectively in a multi-tasked environment, using strong organizational skills.
Interpret and apply college and assigned division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
Select, supervise, train, and evaluate personnel.
Effectively direct the operations of the academic division in support of the college programs.
Contribute to the development of academic mission, goals and objectives which complement those of the college.
Prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
Interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Interpret, explain, and enforce academic policies and procedures. Work independently in the absence of supervision.
Gain cooperation through discussion and persuasion.
Oversee the preparation and administration of an academic program budget.
Conduct committee meetings in an effective and efficient manner.
Environmental Conditions:
The Vice President, Instruction should have the ability to effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve an office workspace and working closely with others.
Physical Conditions:
Physical and marginal functions require the ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following; standing, walking, or sitting for extended periods, moderate lifting and carrying, general manual dexterity, operating assigned equipment, and extended exposure to computer screens.
The Vice President, Instruction must maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception to observe, read and write, operate assigned equipment, communicate with others, and handle varied tasks simultaneously.
Additionally, the Vice President, Instruction must maintain mental capacity, make sound decisions, use good judgment, demonstrate intellectual capabilities, and evaluate program and personnel effectiveness.
Scheduling Conditions:
This is a full-time, 12-month position, which requires the employee to be on campus or at an approved alternate location for at least thirty-six hours per week, Monday through Thursday, 8:00am-5:00pm, and Friday, 8:00am- 12:00pm. This position generally works daytime hours but has the potential for occasional evening or weekend hours.
Traveling Conditions:
Local travel between the Caldwell campus, Watauga campus, or any off-campus sites may be needed. Out-of-state travel is limited but may be required for training and conferences.
Experience and Training
Experience:
Five years of increasingly responsible leadership experience with academic and instructional programs in a supervisory capacity. At least three years of experience in teaching at a postsecondary level preferred.
Training:
Masters degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in adult education, an academic discipline, or related field required.
Use the links below for additional information about benefits available to our full-time employees.
Additionally, full-time employees are eligible for the following:
Employer Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute
Address 2855 Hickory Blvd.
Hudson, North Carolina, 28638
Phone (828) 726-2269
Website http://www.cccti.edu