Job Details

Title: Vice President of Institutional Advancement

Agency: Virginia Highlands Community College

Location: Washington - 191

FLSA: Exempt

Hiring Range: minimum $111,100 commensurate with experience

Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Located in the heart of the Appalachian region, Virginia Highlands Community College (VHCC) serves the city of Bristol, Washington County, and the western portion of Smyth County from its campus in historic Abingdon, Virginia. VHCC's central location at exit 14 on Interstate 81,in view of Mt. Rogers and Whitetop Mountain, is a short commute from nearby towns and communities, including northeast Tennessee. Since 1967, VHCC has served students in the region through academic programs aligned for seamless university transfer, specialized education for a wide range of healthcare careers, technical curricula designed by business and industry, and short-term certification offerings to meet workforce needs. VHCC awards Associate of Applied Science degrees, Associate of Arts and Sciences degrees, and certificates, as well as workforce credentials. As one of 23 institutions in the Virginia Community College System, VHCC has served students from across the region, including northeast Tennessee, eastern Kentucky, and western North Carolina by providing quality and affordable education, training, and cultural activities through an array of flexible, diverse programs that enable community members to succeed today and in the future. More information about VHCC may be found at the college website: www.vhcc.edu

In its continued service to the region, VHCC is seeking a qualified applicant to serve as its next Vice President of Institutional Advancement. The Vice President of Institutional Advancement is the college's senior level administrator for external relations, including marketing, communications, and fundraising. The Vice President reports directly to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet.

Position Description

The Vice President of Institutional Advancement is a full-time administrative faculty position reporting directly to the President, providing primary leadership in the planning, supervision, and execution of the college's advancement program. The Vice President also serves as the Executive Director of the VHCC Educational Foundation as described by the Foundation's by-laws, policies, and procedures.

Additionally, the Vice President supervises all college public relations activities, marketing, and corporate communications; and serves as the legislative liaison for the President, coordinating college activities associated with institutional and VCCS legislative priorities. The Vice President supervises budgets, planning, and projects of all assigned divisions and departments. As an agent of the institution, the Vice President represents the college in public functions and with external stakeholders.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities of the Vice President for Institutional Advancement

• Provides leadership and supervision for the staff in the division including the following areas: the college's website, public relations, and resource development.
• Participates in the development of policies and programs for the college as a member of the President's Cabinet.
• Serves as the Executive Director of the VHCC Educational Foundation, Inc., leading the fundraising and operations of the Foundation.
• Identifies state, federal, and private fund resources compatible with the mission and goals of the institution; supervising the development of grant proposals in consultation with college faculty, staff, and administrators; and developing and implementing an effective grants management system.
• Coordinates the college's program of legislative relations including serving as liaison with local, state, and federal elected officials, governmental departments, and the VCCS's information office.
• Fulfills all other functions as may be designated by the President.

This is a 12-month contract, salaried position with comprehensive benefits commensurate with its classification as administrative faculty. Annual reappointment is based on performance evaluations and institutional needs, and rank and salary are dependent on academic preparation, qualifications, and experience. The selected applicant will be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest.

THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Previous supervisory experience in higher education is required.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising is required.
• Demonstrated competence in project management, program administration, and budget management is required.
• Demonstrated professionalism in oral and written communications, and collaboration skills is required.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with students, employees, and other college stakeholders is required.

Additional Considerations

• Community College experience is preferred.
• Community college fundraising experience is preferred.