Hannibal-Lagrange University Hannibal , MO 63401
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Position Number: 1.2. Date: December 19, 2023
Position Title: Vice President for Academic Administration/Dean of the Faculty
Department: Academic Administration Division: Executive
Number of hours per week for which this position is budgeted: 40
Number of months per year for which this position is budgeted: 12
Reports to: University President
FSLA Requirement: Exempt
POSITION SUMMARY
The Vice President for Academic Administration is responsible for planning and executing a
comprehensive academic program in support of the educational mission of Hannibal-LaGrange
University. In collaboration with the President, the Vice President provides oversight of registrar,
and all academic departments of the institution. This position is considered exempt and reports
directly to the President of Hannibal-LaGrange University. Employee must possess a vibrant,
personal Christian faith including a clear testimony of Christian conversion and be actively
involved in a Southern Baptist church.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
all course modalities, into a unified academic program
Formulates and enforces academic policies
Provides collaborative and transparent leadership for academic strategic planning
Assists in establishing University academic policies
Serves on the Executive Cabinet of the University
Provides leadership in acquiring and maintaining general and specialized accreditation
for the University and selected programs. Assists in the development, management and
administration of academic and academic support budgets
Assign and monitors credit loads of faculty
Maintains academic assessment criteria and ensures continuous academic improvement
Promotes research and scholarly activities among faculty
Oversees Employee Workshop
Ability to recruit, hire and evaluate all faculty positions annually, in consultation with the
President and in accordance with the standards of the faculty and employee handbooks
Assists in the acquisition, development and retention of qualified faculty members and
support personnel
university
improve both efficiency and effectiveness of programs
compensation
Represents the University and the President upon request
Performs other duties as assigned by the President
Regular attendance and punctuality
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Committed active member of a Southern Baptist church
Earned PhD
Possess significant proficiency of Biblical Worldview and its integration throughout
academic programs
Previous experience as a faculty member and academic administrator
Proven accessible leader and manager able to develop collaborative working relationships
Effective oral and written communicator
Strong knowledge in the area of academic programs
Organizational and time management skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Moderate travel required
Must have values consistent with the mission and purpose of Hannibal-LaGrange
University
application, and in the faculty and employee handbooks
statements, teaching, and deportment
Respect the history, heritage, and values of HLGU
Represent HLGU well, both on and off campus
Must affirm and sign 1978 Missouri Baptist Convention resolution on Higher Education,
the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 from the Southern Baptist Convention, the HLGU
Statement of Sex and Sexuality, the HLGU standard on sexual conduct & HLGU alcohol
policy
PREFERRED
Previous experience in position
Previous experience in Christ-centered higher education
Disclaimer
Founded in 1858, Hannibal-LaGrange University is a four-year Christian university located in Hannibal, Missouri, just 100 miles north of St. Louis, Missouri. The mission of Hannibal-LaGrange University is to provide an excellent education in both liberal arts and professional disciplines in a distinctively Christian environment that integrates Christian faith and learning in preparing graduates for personal and career effectiveness.
To apply, please submit an application, including a cover letter here.
In addition to articulating interest and qualifications, cover letters should highlight the candidate's commitment to Jesus Christ, his/her understanding of teaching as a Christian vocation, and articulate an understanding of the integration of Christianity and his/her discipline.
For any questions regarding the position, contact Human Resources at 573-629-3058, or via email at humanresources@hlg.edu. Hannibal-LaGrange University seeks to employ qualified individuals without regard to age, sex, race, color, national origin, or disability, who can function effectively within the University's mission and purposes.
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