"Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Academic Affairs"

Job Details

Salary: $17,479.42 - $21,501.17 Monthly

Location: Chula Vista Campus - Chula Vista, CA

Job Type: Educational (Academic) Administrator

Job Number: 00160

Division: Academic Affairs

Opening Date: 10/31/2025

FLSA: Exempt

Funding Type: District

Months of Service: 12

Full-time Equivalent (FTE): 1.0

Work Schedule (Approx.): Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Initial Screening Deadline: 02/01/2026

Start Date: July 1, 2026

Description

SCOPE OF DUTIES

The Assistant Superintendent/Vice President for Academic Affairs reports directly to the Superintendent/President, provides District-wide leadership, supervision and oversight for Academic Affairs including accreditation, policy development, strategic planning, and curriculum and service development for the District’s instructional programs and services; oversees the instructional development and implementation of courses and programs-working with the Higher Education Center Deans and designated faculty and staff; may serve as the President’s designee of the District in the absence of the Superintendent/President; supervises and evaluates the performance of assigned staff. The Assistant Superintendent/Vice President for Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer for the District.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTIC

Is a committed, dynamic educational leader who embraces culturally responsive instruction, inclusive participation, and ensures all students are achieving success. This leader is committed to strong diversity, equity, inclusion and anti-racism practices, academic excellence, and collaborative cultures.

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Qualifications

Master’s Degree AND One (1) year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator’s administrative assignment.

Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity, to and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and working environment.

Work collaboratively as a member of the District’s Executive Leadership Team.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution is desirable.
• Three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience including leadership and senior management experience.
• The successful applicant will have a demonstrated and progressive track record in the administration of instructional programs in higher education. This background should be evidenced by recent and proven experience, knowledge, and abilities in: [list of 14 points summarized]

Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES [list of 10 duties summarized]

JOB DESCRIPTION: Assistant Superintendent/Vice President, Academic Affairs (PDF)

Tentative Timeline

• October 31-February 1, 2026 – Position advertised; District accepting applications.
• February 1, 2026 – Initial screening deadline for guaranteed consideration.
• February 9-20, 2026 – Committee review.
• March 2-13, 2026 – First level interviews.
• March 23-27, 2026 - Forum
• March 27-April 10, 2026 – Community forum and second level interviews for top finalists.
• July 1, 2026 – Desired employment start date.

Supplemental Information

SALARY SCHEDULE: Unrepresented Administrators (PDF)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

This is a non-telecommuting position.

1. Indoor office work environment.

2. Travel to various locations inside and outside of the District.

Application Process

Required materials including a current resume, unofficial transcripts verifying awarded degree(s) and completion date, and any relevant certifications, diplomas, or licenses that demonstrate you meet the minimum qualifications of the position. Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached as a supporting document.