PRIMARY PURPOSE

The Chief Academic Officer provides leadership, vision and strategic direction for the primary function of student learning and support. The Chief Academic Officer (CAO) is responsible for the overall direction of all academic and career and technical programs, including recruitment and development of faculty at BMCC. Academic programs include Associate of Arts Oregon transfer degrees and Career and Technical degrees. Additionally, the CAO provides oversight of Small Business Development Center, College Centers, Adult Basic Education, Workforce Training, and community/customized non-credit education. The CAO will advocate for faculty and instruction, contribute to the development and execution of the annual budget, and take a leadership role in the development and implementation of the College Strategic and Academic Master Plans. Performs all functions and activities within the guidelines and philosophy set forth in the BMCC Mission, Vision and Strategic Plan.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND TASKS

Essential Job Functions:

• Faculty and Instructional Staff Development:
• Foster a learning environment emphasizing collaboration, on-going professional development, creative thinking, open communication, and innovation in instructional delivery and assessment.
• Represent and advocate for faculty and instruction on pertinent committees.
• Provide leadership in the College’s hiring and professional development for faculty and instructional staff.
• Ensure quality and continuous improvement of learning and support services for students.
• Establish and maintain a culture of high academic standards, intellectual inquiry and a collaborative commitment to student success.
• Maintain sensitivity, understanding, and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds.

Budget Responsibility:

• Establish priorities for the instructional budget in partnership with instructional deans, faculty, center directors and staff.
• Provide oversight for the development and management of the instructional budget.
• Academic Leadership and Strategic Planning:
• Provide leadership in planning, supporting, and supervising all levels of credit instruction, workforce training, community education and educational programs in alignment with the College’s strategic plan.
• Collaborate with faculty and instructional deans to identify and implement specific learning outcomes consistent with the College mission, vison, core themes, values, and accreditation standards.
• Serve as the College Accreditation Liaison Officer, supporting accreditation under the standards of the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
• Participate in frequent and open communication with faculty and the faculty bargaining unit.
• Guide opportunities to develop and sustain partnerships within the regional, statewide, and national communities in support of the College’s academic programs.

External Outreach and Communication:

• Maintains effective working relationships with peers in post-secondary and secondary education to understand trends and challenges of educational sectors.
• Participates in local, state and national conferences and training activities.
• Supports President, Board and Foundation in outreach to community stakeholders including businesses, agencies and state and local government.

Other duties:

• Serve as a member of BMCC’s President’s Executive Team.
• Required to attend monthly Board of Education meetings.
• Assume other duties and responsibilities as requested by the President.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Individuals must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities:

• Demonstrated exceptional track record in comprehensive budget formation, forecasting and operational execution including mid-year adjustments as necessary and directed by the President.
• Proven commitment to the community college mission.
• A student-centered philosophy and approach.
• Leadership skills in managing and directing large instructional groups in a college setting to assess programs and student success.
• Proven ability in facilitating and supporting faculty led academic initiatives.
• Ability to hire and mentor a diverse team that respects differences and to work effectively and sensitively with constituents from diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives.
• A demonstrated understanding of shared governance.
• Experience in using relevant data to inform decision-making processes.
• Experience with learning outcomes assessment, budget management, and collective bargaining.
• Expertise in curriculum development and innovative delivery formats
• Experience guiding regional and program accreditation processes.
• Experience in project management.
• Experience with distance education methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain an atmosphere of openness, collaboration, trust, accessibility, and collegiality with faculty, staff, executive leadership, the Board of Directors, students, and the larger community.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including group facilitation, open and transparent communication, team building, and conflict resolution.

Other Aspects of this Position

• Travel to other BMCC locations, attend meetings, conferences, and trainings as needed, valid driver’s license required.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

Minimum Requirements:

• An earned Master’s degree from an accredited college/university, Doctorate preferred.
• Teaching experience at the community college level.
• Three (3) years of experience in senior level academic management preferably in a community college setting.

Special Preferred Qualifications:

• Bilingual in English and Spanish is desired.
• Demonstrated understanding of the dynamics and requirements of a multi-location college.
• Experience with Career Technical Education (CTE) programs.
• Experience with dual credit or dual enrollment programs.

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Additional Information:

This is a full time exempt technical position with excellent benefits including: Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and long-term disability insurance; Paid holidays; Sick leave; Vacation; and Tuition waiver for employee and qualified dependents.

Pay: $103,967.00 - $119,556.00 DOE

This position is opened until filled, first review of complete applications is Monday, July 31, 2023.

APPLICATION PACKETS MUST INCLUDE:

Upload the following documents to your application. Please be sure to include all requested documents and supplements outlined below BEFORE you submit. You cannot upload after submission. Applications that are incomplete will not be reviewed and will be discarded appropriately:

• Resume;
• Transcripts of course work - graduate and undergraduate (if applicable) unofficial are acceptable for the application process;
• Cover letter addressing how you best meet the qualifications and expectations as outlined in the position description;
• Statement of Philosophy on "the future of the rural community college".

Please contact Human Resources (541-278-5837) if you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Blue Mountain Community College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. For complete EEO disclosure statement please go to www.bluecc.edu/EEO.