• Address: Chicago, IL 60606 (map)
• Date Posted: 09/23/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Institution The Chicago School Education System
Position Title Vice President Academics and New Program Development
Job Location Chicago, IL
Description About TCS Education Systems:

The Chicago School Education System (TCS ES) has been built on the premise that today's students are seeking a transformative educational experience that meets their personal and professional needs. Online, blended, accelerated, and on ground programming are included in the system's suite of certificate, masters, specialist, and doctoral programming. TCS ES emphasizes practical, professional education in psychology, behavioral sciences, and human development. It is anticipated that bachelors, health science and education programming will be added in the future. Our students seek not only to change themselves through education, but to change the world. Today, TCS ES includes The Chicago School of Professional Psychology (with six US locations and a China Office, TCS Community Education which operates an elementary school; TCS Foundation - the fundraising and advancement arm of the system, and TCS Global which includes the system's online services division. Enrollment has grown from 201 students in the year 2000 to 3000 students this fall. See www.thechicagoschool.edu


Position Summary:

For the TCS system, the Vice President of Academic Planning and Development is responsible for the strategic development of new programs, maintaining the vitality and quality of current curricula, academic support, and the development and communication of institutional data needed to support sound decision-making. Direct reports include the AVP of Academic Affairs and the Director of Institutional Research. Position reports to the Sr. Vice President of Academic Affairs.


Specific responsibilities include:

* With the leadership of the ES and its campuses, develop and execute a rolling three year new program development plan that meets the time frame, growth and strategic goals of the system

* Develop new programs in accordance with the TCS ES plan that are innovative, high quality, financially viable, operationally feasible, meet regional and professional accreditation standards where necessary, and that successfully execute the TCS Model of Education

* Assure that the new program development process encourages internal contributors, is comprehensive and inclusive, makes optimal use of available resources, allows for informed and disciplined decision-making, and assures the necessary awareness and support from all constituents

* Assure that all TCS academic programs comply with the core structural and content standards established by faculty (unless otherwise approved), and that all program documentation is current, compliant with regulatory requirements, accurate, well-known by and easily available to all constituents

* Assure that student learning is assessed and improved annually in every program and that administrative effectiveness is assessed and improved annually at each campus. Prepare an annual Institute Effectiveness Report for all TCS constituents, including the Board of Trustees, which reflects progress, findings, recommendations, and action plans for the both components.

* Assure that new and continuing students are academically prepared and continuously supported with the foundational skills required for success in graduate level study

* Assure that library system policies and infrastructures meet the ever-evolving and expanding needs of students and programs through continuous improvements in collections for existing and new programs, support technology, access to resources, research assistance, and student support

* Develop and execute sound strategic plans and budgets which support the mission and priorities of TCS

* Other duties assigned by the Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs


Qualifications:

* Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution

* Program development/expansion depth in academia (preferably proprietary environment or other high growth environment)

* Senior level experience in higher education administration, including leadership in planning, assessment, curriculum development, academic administration, non-traditional programming, and student development

* Successful record of consultation and/or partnership development with external clients

* Strong supervisory skills, budget management experience, and task orientation

* Evidence of successful organizational collaboration and decision-making


Compensation:

Compensation includes salary, bonus, full benefits, and an investment plan with a percentage match from the school.


Additional considerations:

* Healthy institution in growth mode. It is an exciting time to be a part of the TCS Education System. Opportunities are abound.

* Culture. TCS Education System offers a culture of innovation and excellence. It is a fast-paced, fun organization. Bright, hardworking, ambitious employees are valued and rewarded.


TCSES is an AA/EOE Employer and encourages minorities, persons with disabilities, and women to apply.


For more information or to apply, contact:

Carrie Coward

Vice President/Higher Ed Practice Leader

DuffyGroup, Inc.

877-800-9613

ccoward@duffygroup.com


* Note: please do not contact TCS-ES directly at this time.