Wesley Biblical Seminary
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Wesley Biblical Seminary, Ridgeland, Mississippi, us, 39158
Why apply?Wesley Biblical Seminary is engaged in a vital mission to develop trusted leaders for faithful churches. The Vice President of Academic Affairs is the primary leader in developing the faculty and shaping the learning environment to accomplish that mission. A deep commitment to biblical inerrancy and Wesleyan theology are not just beliefs we hold on paper but are the vital heartbeat of our identity, wrapped into every aspect of our academic program. Our faculty are excellent scholars in their fields, who invest in ongoing research; however, they are equally committed to the spiritual formation and practical preparation of our students as disciples of Christ and effective ministers of the gospel. If you share our doctrinal commitments and passion to equip Church leaders and have the relational skills to effectively lead a faculty, this may be the right position for you.
TimelineApplications for this position will be closed Sept. 30, 2024.
Position Summary
The Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) provides vision and leadership in planning and implementing the Seminary's academic programs and ensures the growth and quality of all academic programs and support functions. As the Chief Academic Officer, the VPAA is directly responsible to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet. The VPAA advises the President on academic affairs and is the spokesperson for the faculty regarding academic programs, proposals, and academic policies.
Primary Duties
Administer the Seminary's instruction and research functionsCoordinate and oversee faculty and departmental recruiting and hiringMake final recommendations to the President on all personnel matters for Academic Affairs, including appointments, reappointments, salaries and raises, ranks and promotions, faculty sabbaticals, leaves of absence, and retirementResolve conflict and advise other academic administratorsDevelop and implement strategic plans impacting curriculum, staffing, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness, and the overall quality of the Seminary's academic programsProvide leadership to the faculty and make final recommendations to the President on curriculum mattersAdminister the academic policies and requirements of the SeminaryPromote excellence in teaching and scholarship and the effective use of technology in teaching and administrationProvide oversight of academic services including student advising and tutoringEnsure that all programs have an ongoing program of assessmentDevelop a budget and monitor expenditures for Academic Affairs in coordination with the Vice President for Business AffairsAssist the President in fundraising and public relations effortsEncourage and assist faculty in applying for grants and contractsParticipate in Seminary governance as appropriateServes as a member of the President's CabinetMeet regularly with the Academic Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees, preparing the agenda and all reports, and acting as the recorder for the meetingsPromote and advance the Seminary by actively participating in appropriate state, regional, and national organizations
Qualifications
Terminal degree in a related field required; Ph.D. preferredExperience in academic administration and instruction, preferably in a seminary contextDemonstrated ability to lead change, drive innovation, resolve conflict, and build a healthy team cultureExcellent oral and written communication skills and high emotional intelligenceProficient use of technology for instruction and administration
Benefits
Health Insurance (100% of employee cost paid)Ten days Paid Time Off, Five paid holidays, in addition to PTO during Spring Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Christmas/New Year's BreakOption to participate in a 403(b) retirement planEducational scholarship programsOther benefits as described in the employee handbook
Application Process
After clicking the Apply button below, you will be prompted to enter your contact informationUse the buttons provided to upload your resume (including references) and a cover letter (preferably in PDF format)Download the WBS Statement of Faith and Ethos and review it. If you wholeheartedly endorse it, please answer the following questions in the affirmative.
About Wesley Biblical Seminary
WBS is an independent seminary in the Wesleyan/Methodist tradition providing graduate theological education to men and women called to Christian leadership. Our mission is to develop trusted leaders for faithful churches. In addition to its core Master's degree programs, WBS offers a doctoral program, the College at WBS undergraduate program, and the Wesley Institute lay education program. The newest addition to our services has been the alternative Course of Study for the Global Methodist Church.
Headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi in the Jackson metro area, WBS serves students nationwide and worldwide through our online learning platform. The faculty includes a mixture of on-site and remote members.
Central to the seminary's ethos is our commitment to the inerrancy of Scripture and the real possibility of holiness as taught in classic Christianity in the Wesleyan tradition. With a relatively small staff, the culture of WBS has been a tightly-knit, team-oriented spirit that values creativity and innovation. WBS has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years and expects to continue a positive trajectory in enrollment, development, and influence.
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TimelineApplications for this position will be closed Sept. 30, 2024.
Position Summary
The Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) provides vision and leadership in planning and implementing the Seminary's academic programs and ensures the growth and quality of all academic programs and support functions. As the Chief Academic Officer, the VPAA is directly responsible to the President and serves as a member of the President's Cabinet. The VPAA advises the President on academic affairs and is the spokesperson for the faculty regarding academic programs, proposals, and academic policies.
Primary Duties
Administer the Seminary's instruction and research functionsCoordinate and oversee faculty and departmental recruiting and hiringMake final recommendations to the President on all personnel matters for Academic Affairs, including appointments, reappointments, salaries and raises, ranks and promotions, faculty sabbaticals, leaves of absence, and retirementResolve conflict and advise other academic administratorsDevelop and implement strategic plans impacting curriculum, staffing, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness, and the overall quality of the Seminary's academic programsProvide leadership to the faculty and make final recommendations to the President on curriculum mattersAdminister the academic policies and requirements of the SeminaryPromote excellence in teaching and scholarship and the effective use of technology in teaching and administrationProvide oversight of academic services including student advising and tutoringEnsure that all programs have an ongoing program of assessmentDevelop a budget and monitor expenditures for Academic Affairs in coordination with the Vice President for Business AffairsAssist the President in fundraising and public relations effortsEncourage and assist faculty in applying for grants and contractsParticipate in Seminary governance as appropriateServes as a member of the President's CabinetMeet regularly with the Academic Affairs Committee of the Board of Trustees, preparing the agenda and all reports, and acting as the recorder for the meetingsPromote and advance the Seminary by actively participating in appropriate state, regional, and national organizations
Qualifications
Terminal degree in a related field required; Ph.D. preferredExperience in academic administration and instruction, preferably in a seminary contextDemonstrated ability to lead change, drive innovation, resolve conflict, and build a healthy team cultureExcellent oral and written communication skills and high emotional intelligenceProficient use of technology for instruction and administration
Benefits
Health Insurance (100% of employee cost paid)Ten days Paid Time Off, Five paid holidays, in addition to PTO during Spring Break, Thanksgiving Break, and Christmas/New Year's BreakOption to participate in a 403(b) retirement planEducational scholarship programsOther benefits as described in the employee handbook
Application Process
After clicking the Apply button below, you will be prompted to enter your contact informationUse the buttons provided to upload your resume (including references) and a cover letter (preferably in PDF format)Download the WBS Statement of Faith and Ethos and review it. If you wholeheartedly endorse it, please answer the following questions in the affirmative.
About Wesley Biblical Seminary
WBS is an independent seminary in the Wesleyan/Methodist tradition providing graduate theological education to men and women called to Christian leadership. Our mission is to develop trusted leaders for faithful churches. In addition to its core Master's degree programs, WBS offers a doctoral program, the College at WBS undergraduate program, and the Wesley Institute lay education program. The newest addition to our services has been the alternative Course of Study for the Global Methodist Church.
Headquartered in Ridgeland, Mississippi in the Jackson metro area, WBS serves students nationwide and worldwide through our online learning platform. The faculty includes a mixture of on-site and remote members.
Central to the seminary's ethos is our commitment to the inerrancy of Scripture and the real possibility of holiness as taught in classic Christianity in the Wesleyan tradition. With a relatively small staff, the culture of WBS has been a tightly-knit, team-oriented spirit that values creativity and innovation. WBS has experienced unprecedented growth in recent years and expects to continue a positive trajectory in enrollment, development, and influence.
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