Position Title:
Associate VP of Academic Affairs Campus:
East Peoria Campus Employment Type:
Management, StaffFull time Department:
Office of Academic Affairs Start Date:
01/04/2027 Job Description:
Summary
The Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs (AVPAA) provides senior-level leadership for academic operations, institutional integration, and implementation of strategic priorities within the Academic Affairs division at Illinois Central College (ICC). Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs (EVPAA), the AVPAA collaborates with academic leaders, faculty, and College partners to translate institutional goals into effective academic processes, coordinated initiatives, and measurable improvements in student success.
AVPAA provides leadership and oversight for assigned academic operations, including curriculum and scheduling processes, instructional support, faculty development coordination, academic systems implementation, and continuous improvement. The position supervises designated functions and personnel, advances College-wide change initiatives, and exercises delegated operational authority as appropriate. The AVPAA fosters alignment across academic areas while respecting academic standards, shared governance, collective bargaining agreements, and established decision-making responsibilities.
Compensation for the Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs starts at $107,952.00 and is commensurate with experience .
Applicants MUST submit the following materials to be considered for the position. Incomplete applications will not be considered:
Letter of Interest- A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position, leadership experience, and interest in serving as Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs at Illinois Central College.
Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV)- A current resume or curriculum vitae detailing educational background, professional experience, leadership roles, and relevant accomplishments.
College Transcripts- Unofficial transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
Submit a leadership statement describing how you would provide operational leadership across academic departments, collaborate effectively with academic deans and faculty, and respect shared governance and collective bargaining agreements.
Professional References- Contact information for three to five professional references, including current or former supervisors, who can speak to the applicant’s leadership, management, and interpersonal skills. References should include name, title, organization, phone number, and email address.
Essential Functions
This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Lead academic operations and integration.
Lead and develop assigned academic operations teams.
Advance strategic academic scheduling.
Integrate curriculum, catalog, and governance processes.
Lead Academic Affairs Workday Student readiness and stabilization.
Coordinate faculty development and learning innovation.
Support academic quality, assessment, and compliance systems.
Use data to improve performance and resource decisions.
Honor faculty contracts and support effective labor relations.
Strengthening academic pathways and Early College coordination.
Steward assigned operational resources.
Lead cross-functional initiatives and continuous improvement.
Provide senior institutional leadership.
Perform related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily perform the essential duties and responsibilities.
Master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution.
Demonstrated college-level teaching…