Location: Troy,New York,United States
Hudson Valley Community College seeks experienced, dynamic, capable, creative and caring individuals who would like to join our team and continue to build on decades of successful service to our community.
Employment Qualifications and Job Description Position Title: Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Department: Academic Affairs Reports to: The President Employment Status: Full-time, salariedRange: $170,000-$230,000 Minimum Qualifications: - Doctorate Degree from a nationally accredited institution.
- 10 years of relevant experience in academic affairs administration including 5 years at the senior management level.
- Minimum 5 years teaching experience with demonstrated teaching competency in one of the disciplines within the academic division.
Nature and Scope of Duties: Founded in 1953, Hudson Valley Community College is the largest community college in upstate New York, offering more than 85 degree and certificate programs across three schools: Business and Liberal Arts; Health Sciences; and Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM). As one of 30 community colleges in the State University of New York (SUNY) system, Hudson Valley enrolls more than 20,000 students annually in credit and non-credit courses and is recognized as a leader in online learning and workforce development. The Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs serves as the college’s chief academic officer, reporting directly to the President and playing an integral role in the institution’s administrative leadership. The successful candidate will act as the President’s primary advisor on aligning academic goals with the college’s mission and strategic plan. They will collaborate closely with full- and part-time faculty, secondary schools, four-year institutions, workforce partners, regional nonprofit organizations, and the broader community to build partnerships and expand educational opportunities. The Provost and Executive Vice President provides exceptional leadership to approximately 500 faculty members, advancing teaching excellence, ensuring effective instruction and assessment of student learning, and upholding compliance with internal and external regulations. The position also oversees academic support services, student learning outcomes, program review and improvement, accreditation, academic personnel decisions, budget development, enrollment management, and fiscal accountability. Candidates should bring substantial experience in higher education administration and a deep understanding of the mission, challenges, and opportunities of community colleges and the students they serve. The Provost and Executive Vice President will be a collaborative leader, innovative thinker, and creative problem solver with outstanding interpersonal and communication skills. The ideal candidate maintains a strong and visible presence on campus and in the community, building meaningful partnerships and implementing strategies that expand programs, foster enrollment growth, and meet regional workforce needs. They make informed decisions grounded in data, collaborative input, and consideration of diverse perspectives. The Provost and Executive Vice President must also be adept at working within a complex collective bargaining environment, demonstrating respect for agreements and positive, productive relationships with unionized employees. Key responsibilities include leading strategic planning and assessment; advancing program development, curricular innovation, student outcomes, retention, and developmental education; and managing academic budgeting, resource allocation, and long-term planning to ensure fiscal stability. This leader champions student success and diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives; fosters an inclusive campus climate; and supports faculty recruitment, evaluation, mentoring, and professional growth, including the effective use of instructional technology. The role requires the ability to navigate a complex higher education environment, collaborate with governing bodies, and manage conflict and opportunity within academic and unionized settings. The Provost and Executive Vice President must be an exceptional communicator who engages diverse groups, inspires faculty and staff, promotes shared governance and transparency, and partners effectively with key stakeholders across the college, SUNY, and government entities. The successful candidate will be a visionary yet pragmatic leader—capable of developing long-term academic strategies, coordinating complex initiatives, and articulating institutional priorities with clarity, purpose, and integrity. The Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs reports to the President and performs the