Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education
At least five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education
Demonstrated experience overseeing academic support, instructional programs, or faculty development initiatives
Doctorate from an accredited institution of higher education
2 years community college experience
Experience leading digital learning, honors, global education, or service-learning programs
Experience with accreditation, assessment, and institutional effectiveness processes
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of community college missions, academic operations, and student success frameworks
Strong leadership, organizational, and supervisory skills
Ability to analyze data to inform decision-making and continuous improvement
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across diverse stakeholder groups
Demonstrated ability to lead change, innovation, and cross-departmental initiatives
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
While performing the functions of this job, the employee is:
Frequently:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding
Sitting
Standing
Walking
Constantly:
Hearing
Repetitive motion
Talking
The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewi
Additional Information
NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education. NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Associate Vice President of Academic Operations provides college-wide leadership for the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of academic support and enrichment programs. This position supports student success, instructional excellence, and institutional effectiveness by overseeing key academic operations that complement teaching and learning. The Associate Vice President collaborates closely with academic deans, faculty, and student services to ensure integrated, equitable, and innovative academic experiences aligned with the mission of the community college
Essential Duties:
Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the following units and programs: Library Services, Academic Support and Learning Resources, Faculty Professional Development, Digital Learning and Online Education, Institutional Effectiveness, Service Learning and Civic Engagement, Honors Program, Global Studies and International Education
Develop, implement, and assess policies, procedures, and initiatives that support academic quality, student engagement, and instructional effectiveness across modalities
Collaborate with academic deans and faculty leadership to align academic operations with curriculum, accreditation standards, and institutional strategic priorities
Lead initiatives that promote innovative teaching practices, digital learning excellence, and faculty growth in pedagogy, assessment, and use of instructional technologies
Oversee planning, budgeting, and resource allocation for assigned units to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and alignment with institutional goals
Support student success initiatives by ensuring academic support services are accessible, inclusive, and responsive to diverse student needs
Foster cross-functional collaboration among academic affairs, student services, institutional effectiveness, and community partners
Coordinate data-informed assessment and continuous improvement efforts for supervised programs, including program review and reporting
Represent academic operations on institutional committees, task forces, and external partnerships as appropriate
Supervise, mentor, and evaluate directors and staff within assigned operational areas, promoting a culture of collaboration, accountability, and professional excellence
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college
Rate of Pay: $115,491 annualized *Higher compensation may be considered based on qualifications directly related to position
Completed applications received by 6/12/2026 will be assured full consideration. Late Applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
Nwacc · Benton County Campus, AR