Duties and Responsibilities

• Chief Academic Officer
  • Articulation, promotion and implementation of the university’s strategic vision for academic excellence, grounded in our Christian faith and Wesleyan heritage
  • Guide the President and University Cabinet on proper provision and allocation of resources needed to achieve the university’s academic vision and improve the strength and influence of the university’s academic programs
  • Administrative oversight of policies and systems for faculty hiring, development and review, rank promotion, and contracts
  • Provide direct oversight to the university’s central academic service departments including the Registrar’s office, accreditation and academic regulatory compliance, library services
  • Promotion of faculty and student research and scholarship as well as faculty development
  • Serve on university committees and councils as appropriate 
• Vice President for Academic Affairs
  • Articulation, promotion and implementation of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS, Marion campus) academic vision
  • Ensure communication and collaboration between the CAS academic units and between CAS and IWU National & Global
  • Oversight and accountability for CAS academic budget
  • Provide direct oversight to CAS Registration and Academic Services (RAS) and Chapel
  • Collaborate with Student Development to promote and enhance student thriving
  • Serve and/or chair CAS committees and councils as appropriate
  • Carry out any other appropriate duties which may be reasonably required of the position 
• Supervisory Responsibilities include: Assistant VPAA, CAS Academic Deans, Dean of Library Services, University Registrar, Dean of Spiritual Formation, Director of Registration and Academic Services (RAS), Executive Director Faculty Research and Scholarship, and Academic Affairs Office staff

Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.

Education

• Earned doctorate with credentials that merit appointment as full professor in an academic department

Experience

• Accomplishments as a teacher, scholar, and academic administrator, with evidence of leadership in academic program development
• Record of increasing responsibility and success in academic administration
• Record of academic and scholarly achievement that demonstrates a commitment to academic excellence
• Demonstrated success in collegial decisions, policies and management practices through a consultative and collaborative process with the University community
• Keen understanding of the broad spectrum of academic research, scholarship and teaching

Required Skills

• Christ-like attitude and willingness to serve others
• Well organized and able to manage multiple tasks effectively and efficiently
• Ability to lead and communicate effectively within a diverse Christian community
• Excellence in managerial, interpersonal and communication skills
• Understanding of emergent educational technologies and practices
• Ability to interpret data to inform decisions and strategic planning

Diversity Statement

IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER

As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.