Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title
Associate Vice-President of Strategic Initiatives

Role Title
Faculty- Administrative

Role Code
00001

FLSA
Exempt

Pay Band
UG

Position Number
276FA060

Agency
Southside Va Community College

Agency/Division
Southside Va Community College (Div)

Work Location
Brunswick - 025

Hiring Range
$96,300 to $155,000

Emergency/Essential Personnel
No

EEO Category
2-Professionals

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs-
Yes

Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference?
No

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, day hours; evenings and weekends as needed. This position requires availability to work across all SVCC locations and is not restricted to a specific site.

Sensitive Position
No

Job Description

Lead with Vision. Build Partnerships. Create Lasting Regional Impact

The Associate Vice President of Strategic Initiatives provides executive leadership in advancing Southside Virginia Community College's strategic priorities, including institutional growth, innovation, partnerships, and regional impact. The AVP leads cross-divisional initiatives that support student success, workforce alignment, external partnerships, grant development, and long-range planning, with a particular emphasis on meeting the needs of rural communities and regional employers. This position serves as a key strategist, convener, and project leader, translating vision into actionable initiatives that strengthen the College's academic, workforce, and economic development mission.

The following are duties of each area of responsibility:

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning and Institutional Initiatives

• Lead the development, coordination, and execution of high-priority strategic initiatives aligned with the College's strategic plan, VCCS priorities, and regional workforce need
• Serve as a project lead for complex, multi-year initiatives requiring coordination across academic affairs, workforce programs, student services, finance, facilities, and external partners
• Monitor progress, outcomes, and performance metrics for strategic initiatives and prepare reports for senior leadership and governing bodies

External Partnerships and Regional Engagement

• Cultivate and manage strategic partnerships with industry, local governments, K-12 systems, economic development organizations, workforce boards, and nonprofit partners
• Support employer-driven initiatives, customized training efforts, and regional workforce strategies that strengthen Southside Virginia's economic vitality
• Represent the College in regional, state, and system-level meetings related to strategic initiatives and special projects

Grants, Funding, and Special Projects

• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to identify, pursue, and manage grant-funded and special-initiative projects aligned with institutional priorities
• Support the development of proposals, budgets, implementation plans, and performance reporting for state, federal, philanthropic, and private funding sources
• Ensure funded initiatives are implemented in compliance with grant requirements and institutional policies

Innovation and Program Development

• Support the identification, development, launch, and scaling of innovative academic and workforce programs, pilots, and delivery models
• Analyze labor market data, enrollment trends, and community needs to inform new initiatives and continuous improvement
• Facilitate change management processes to support the successful adoption of new initiatives across the College

Leadership and Collaboration

• Provide leadership, guidance, and coordination for cross-functional teams, task forces, and committees
• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators to foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of institutional priorities

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Master's degree required from a regionally accredited institution in higher education leadership, public administration, business administration, workforce development, or a related field
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education, economic development, workforce development, government relations, or large-scale program management
• Documented experience leading cross-functional institutional initiatives involving multiple departments or divisions
• Demonstrated success in securing external funding, including grants, appropriations, or philanthropic support
• Experience managing complex partnerships with industry, government agencies, or community organizations
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans tied to measurable outcomes. Strong experience in project management, including oversight of timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including preparation of executive reports, board materials, and public presentations
• Experience working in environments with multiple stakeholders, including boards, elected officials, and community leaders
• Strategic thinking and project management expertise
• Ability to analyze data and translate strategy into actionable plans
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and build consensus
• Ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Demonstrated supervisory experience leading multiple functional areas
• Knowledge of accreditation standards, institutional effectiveness, and higher education governance
• Commitment to student success, equity, and the community college mission

Additional Considerations

• Doctoral degree in a related field
• Experience with and knowledge of SVCC programs, and the advantages and that come with our service area challenges
• Familiarity with Virginia Community College System (VCCS) policies and workforce initiatives
• Demonstrated success in aligning institutional initiatives with regional workforce and economic development priorities

Operation of a State Vehicle
Yes

Supervises Employees
Yes

Required Travel

Travel to SVCC campuses, centers, meetings, and training/conferences with access to a state vehicle.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
FAC_2019P

Recruitment Type
General Public - G

Number of Vacancies
1

Position End Date (if temporary)

Job Open Date
07/22/2026

Job Close Date
08/20/2026

Open Until Filled
Yes

Agency Website
www.southside.edu/employment-opportunities

Contact Name
Jennifer Davis

Email
[email protected]

Phone Number
434-949-1048

Special Instructions to Applicants

This is a full-time position with state and VCCS benefits. Applicants must apply online by submitting a state application through this site. Applicants must create a user account to apply online. If you are a state employee who has been affected by Policy 1.3 Layoff and possess a valid Inter-agency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the Card BEFORE the closing date for this position. The Card may be scanned and attached to the application or faxed to (434) 949-0708. Please include your name, the position number, and the position title on the fax cover sheet. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your VCCS applicant portal account for the status of your application and the status of this recruitment. For more information about this position or other vacancies within our agency, please visit our website at www.southside.edu/employment or contact Jennifer Davis at 434.949.1048.

Quicklink for Posting
https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/98615