Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Learning

Ventura County Community College District

$162K — $217K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required.
  • One year of formal training or leadership experience related to administrative duties.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of academic programs and student services.
  • Experience in overseeing fiscal management and budgeting.
  • Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership for the development of academic programs and career pathways.
  • Supervise scheduling and instructional content for course offerings.
  • Plan and direct effective instructional strategies to enhance student retention.
  • Coordinate operational budgeting aligned with program needs and enrollment goals.
  • Ensure compliance with educational regulations and accreditation standards.
  • Assist in the recruitment and evaluation of academic personnel.
  • Foster connections between the college and community/business stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Family medical, dental, life, and vision insurance plans provided.
  • 12-month work year with 20 vacation days and 2 floating holidays.
  • Paid sick leave accruing at one day per month with no limit on accumulation.
  • Retirement benefits through California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS).
  • Additional days off provided during winter break.
Full Job Description
Location : Oxnard College (Oxnard CA), CA
Job Type: Academic Management
Job Number:
Department: OC - Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 07/02/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Description

WHAT YOU'LL DO
Under the general direction of the President, the Vice President of Academic Affairs and Student Learning serves as the Chief Academic Officer of the college and is responsible for the overall design, organization, delivery, supervision, evaluation, and fiscal management of academic support services and programs of the college.

There is one full-time assignment located at Oxnard College. This recruitment will remain open until filled. Initial review of the applicant pool is expected to begin on September 13, 2026. Applications received after this date will be reviewed only if the position remains open.

***Note: Advertised salary reflects a 3% increase for FY 2025/2026, and a 3% increase for FY 2026/2027 pending Board of Trustees approval on July 14, 2026.***

Representative Duties

Provides leadership and vision to strengthen and implement a variety of new and existing career, technical, occupational and transfer programs leading to certificates and associate degrees. E

Supervises the publication of the college's schedules of classes, catalog, and instructional information content of the college website. E

Plans and directs effective instructional programming including room utilization, instructor load, and student enrollment and retention. E

Assists in the development and implementation of the college's operational plan and budget based on program need, priorities, and enrollment targets. E

Develop, direct, coordinate, supervise and evaluate the programs, personnel, operations, and activities of instructional programs, including program planning, analysis, and review. Work with the President to ensure compliance with Education Code, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, district policies, and all contractual agreements between the Board of Trustees and recognized bargaining units. E

Assist in the recruitment, selection, and development of classified and academic personnel and evaluate all personnel in accordance with applicable policies and procedures; plan and project staffing requirements; monitor proper and efficient use of assigned staff; provide staffing recommendations in compliance with Equal Employment Opportunity principles and guidelines. E

Direct and implement sound fiscal planning in the development and management of the instructional budget; supervise the preparation and submission of the instructional budget and, upon approval, assume overall responsibility for timely and accurate implementation. E

Develop and implement externally funded initiatives, plan resource allocations for facilities, equipment, and technologies that support instructional programs. E

Provide guidance to and receive advice from faculty organizations on matters relating to the instructional programs; promote the inclusion of students in the shared decision making process. E

Ensure that all courses, curriculum, and programs comply with applicable laws, other federal, state, and local requirements, district rules and regulations, Education Code, accreditation standards, and collective bargaining agreements in collaboration with the staff to ensure that proper course articulation is maintained with other institutions of higher education. E

Develop, implement, direct and evaluate activities related to articulation with secondary schools and matriculation activities within the college, including the recruitment, admission, assessment, advisement and retention of students. E

Provide leadership in the implementation of campus committees; establish and maintain liaisons with business and community representatives as participants in the planning, development and modifications of curriculum and programs. E

Coordinate and prepare timely, accurate and comprehensive instructional and other reports required by various federal, state, and district and college departments. E

Promote and participate in the application of computer technology to college programs and activities, use a variety of computer software to research, enter, modify and retrieve data for preparation of reports, correspondence and other written material. E

Keep abreast of emerging services, methodologies, and technologies relevant to college programs. E

Serve on management councils and other college and district committees. E

Serve as the Acting President as directed in the absence of the President. E

Perform other duties as assigned.

E = essential duties
Minimum Qualifications

  1. Possession of a master's degree; and
  2. One year of formal training, internship, or leadership experience reasonably related to the administrator's administrative assignment.
All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.

If you have completed your education at an institution outside of the United States, please see the section below titled "Foreign Transcripts" for additional information.
Supplemental Information
SALARY RANGE

$13,527.58 - $18,127.50/monthly

With a doctorate, add $6,976.80 ($581.40 per month)

STARTING SALARY
Dependent on education and experience.

***Note: Advertised salary reflects a 3% increase for FY 2025/2026, and a 3% increase for FY 2026/2027 pending Board of Trustees approval on July 14, 2026.***

Fringe benefits include family medical, dental, life, and vision insurance plans. The work year is 12 calendar months, including 20 vacation days per year, two floating holidays, and an additional three days off during the winter break.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
If you need assistance using the online application system please contact the GovernmentJobs.com applicant support line at (855) 524-5627 between the hours of 6 AM to 5 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday.

All applicants, including previous and current VCCCD employees, must submit the following documents with their application in order to be considered. Please be aware that the hiring committee will NOT have access to materials kept in District personnel files, such as transcripts, and such materials will not be considered unless they are included in your application packet. All required documents must be submitted by the applicant by the date and time specified on the job posting.
ONCE YOU HAVE SUBMITTED YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL NOT BE ABLE TO MAKE REVISIONS TO YOUR APPLICATION MATERIALS.

The following must be submitted for your application to be considered:

A.) A completed Ventura County Community College District/GovernmentJobs.com Employment Application. In the event that multiple applications are received from a candidate, the District will only give consideration to the first application that was submitted. All sections of the application must be filled out. Resumes are not a substitute for completing the "Work Experience" section of the employment application.

B.) A letter of application, no more than five pages, that includes the date, applicant's name, and the position for which the applicant wishes to be considered. In the letter, the applicant must demonstrate how s/he meets the minimum qualifications for the assignment. The letter should also describe the applicant's understanding of and sensitivity to the diverse academic, social, economic, cultural, ethnic and disability backgrounds of community college students. Finally, the letter should give the committee a clear understanding of how s/he will contribute, as a fully participating member of the Ventura County Community College District, in leading the college toward achieving its mission.

C.) A current resume summarizing educational and administrative background and experience.

D.) Official or unofficial copies of college/university transcripts demonstrating attainment of minimum qualifications. Transcripts must show the degree title and the date the degree was conferred or the degree will not be considered for the purpose of determining if you meet minimum qualifications. Diplomas will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts. An official copy of your transcripts will be required upon being hired.

E.) Letters of recommendation (Optional; if you choose to submit letters of recommendation, they should be uploaded with your application materials. We will not accept confidential letters of recommendation.)
FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS
If you have completed coursework at a foreign institution that is not recognized as accredited by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education, you must include a full evaluation of the foreign transcript with your application materials if you wish for us to consider the coursework. Please include a copy of the foreign transcript that was evaluated. Visit the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) or the U.S. Department of Education to search for institutions that are recognized as accredited. If you need your transcripts evaluated, please review the list of agencies approved for foreign transcript evaluation. If applicable, an official copy of your foreign transcript evaluation will also be required upon hire.
SELECTION PROCESS
A screening committee will review and screen all applications and associated materials. Those candidates deemed by the committee to be most qualified for the position will be invited to an interview. When completing the application and the supplemental questions, it is important to outline in detail your education, training (classes, seminars, workshops), and experience. You will be evaluated based upon the information provided.

Paid Holidays: The Ventura County Community College District offers 15 paid holidays per year, plus 2 additional floating holidays.

Paid Vacation:
Full-time classified employeesearn vacation leave based on years of continuous service:
  • 6 months - 3 years: 8 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
  • 3 - 10 years: 10 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
  • 10+ years: 13.3 hours per month, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.
Administrators, managers, and full-time supervisory and confidential employees accrue 13.33 hours per month for each month they are in paid status, plus 3 additional days between Christmas and New Year's Eve.

Health Benefits: The District contributes up to the full premium cost of the PPO 90C or Kaiser HMO plan (whichever is higher) toward any eligible medical plan for full-time employees and their eligible dependents. Dental, vision, and Basic life insurance premiums for full-time employees and their eligible dependents are also District paid.

Benefit providers available to eligible full-time and part-time (50% or more) classified employees include:
  • Medical: Anthem PPO and HMO Plans, Kaiser Permanente HMO Plan
  • Dental: Delta Dental DHMO or PPO Plus Premium
  • Vision: EyeMed PPO Vision Plan
Retirement: Eligible employees in positions of 20 or more hours per week are enrolled in CalPERS (California Public Employees' Retirement System). Paid Sick Leave: All full-time management, supervisory, confidential, and classified employees (probationary and permanent) earn one day of sick leave per month in a paid status, accumulating 12 days per fiscal year for full-time employees. Unused sick leave accumulates without limit.

Learn More: For a full overview of employee benefits, visit the District's Benefits page at:
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