Director Of The Office Of Academic Affairs And Licensing - 60021531

Salary: $81,388.00 - $150,585.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 162722
Agency: Commission on Higher Education
Opening Date: 03/25/2024
Closing Date: 4/17/2024 11:50 AM Eastern
Class Code:: AH55
Position Number:: 60021531
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Band: Band 9
Opening Date: 03/25/2024
EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Must apply online. A complete state application, resume and cover letter explaining your interest in the position and how your qualifications align with position expectations and requirements are required for consideration.
Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Are you an experienced professional looking for new opportunities to further your career? The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education is seeking a hardworking and dependablecandidate just like you to apply! This position will offer great benefits with the state, including 15 days of annual and sick leave per year or more depending on applicable state service.
The South Carolina Commission on Higher Education (CHE), located in Columbia, South Carolina, seeks nominations and applications for the agency's Director of the Officeof Academic Affairs and Licensing. The Director of the Officeof Academic Affairs and Licensing has primary responsibility for implementing and monitoring public policies related to the CHE's statutory responsibilities associated with academic programs and the licensing of non-public institutions. The Director has responsibility for the Office's activities, provides leadership to the OAAL team, directs the Office's workload and work flow, and effectively manages the review of Academic programs and the state's academic program inventory. The Director is the CHE's first point of contact with institutions' chief academic officers. The Director also serves as a key member of the agency's executive management team; participates in the management decision-making process of the agency; advises agency head and board members about academic program matters; participates in the planning and implementation of policies, rules, and procedures; and other duties as assigned. Specific job functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Supervise staff to include preparing performance planning and evaluation documents and related personnel paperwork. Coaches, counsels and trains employees. Establish and monitor work processes. Implement management policies and initiatives and promotes teamwork.
• Effective and efficient management of the process for approval of new and modified academic programs and evaluation of existing programs; develop, coordinate, manage, and/or implement academic policies including (but not limited to) dual enrollment, transfer, mission statement changes, admissions standards, the REACH Act, and college course prerequisites; lead staff operations for the Commission's Committee on Academic Affairs and Licensing (CAAL) and the Advisory Committee on Academic Programs (ACAP).
• The Director oversees Academic Affairs-related task forces and initiatives related to implementation of the agency's Ascend 60x30 Public Agenda. The Director recommends other studies, initiatives, and grant opportunities related to Academic Affairs or the Ascend 60x30 Public Agenda for consideration.
• Provide effective oversight and management of the agency's administration of postsecondary licensed institutions, including ensuring postsecondary licensed institutions comply with state licensing statutes, regulations, policies, and other requirements.
• Establish and sustain active collaboration and coordination with the SC State Department of Education on issues such as secondary to postsecondary curriculum alignment, minimum college entrance requirements, minimum academic expectations for prospective postsecondary students, increasing high school graduation rates, improving the state's college-going rate, and similarly related issues.
• Oversee the agency's activities with the Southern Regional Education Board (SREB), including management of student participation in and certification for Academic Common Market and Regional Contract programs and staff participation in SREB task forces and other relevant initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the President and Executive Director, such as chairing special task forces; serving on external boards, panels, organizations, and advisory committees; representing the agency at meetings and functions as necessary; and coordinating records reduction.

Minimum and Additional Requirements
An earned doctorate in an academic discipline from an accredited U.S. institution (or foreign equivalent) plus five (5) years' experience of managerial/supervisory experience, preferably, but not limited to higher education.
Additional Requirements:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the range of constituents (Commissioners, state and federal agencies, legislators, higher education institutions, K-12 personnel, etc.) that CHE serves.
• Ability to understand the perspective of the many populations the Commission serves.
• Excellent analytical ability, with the capability of synthesizing complex information concisely and clearly.
• Extensive knowledge of state/federal programs and agency policies/procedures with the ability to apply and interpret state/ federal laws/regulations governing such programs.
• The ability to direct, coordinate, evaluate, organize, and allocate personnel effectively, including support staff, to meet the mission of the Office.
• May require overnight travel.
• May be required to report to work during evening, weekend and /or during emergency situations.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Willingness to take initiative and work in a team environment.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment, but travel and field work will be
  required in areas where there are some risks and hazards that are known, predictable and controllable.

Applicants indicating college credit or degree(s) on the application will be required to bring a copy of college transcript to the interview. A copy of the transcript may also be uploaded as an attachment to the application, if required by the hiring department or if desired by the applicant. Please note that some areas of the Department may require an official, certified copy of the transcript prior to hiring or within a specific timeframe required by that area, after hiring. Failure to produce an official, certified transcript may result in not being hired or termination.
State application, cover letter, and resume are required for consideration.
Additional Comments
The Commission on Higher Education is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
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Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted or reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

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In addition to the completed state application, a resume or curriculum vitae, and a cover letter are required by the agency to be considered for this position. By selecting "yes" I am confirming that I have attached all of the required documents to this application.

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Do you at least have an earned doctorate degree in an academic discipline from an accredited U.S. institution ( or foreign equivalent?

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• No

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Do you have at least five (5) years' of managerial/supervisory experience, preferably but not limited to higher education?

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• No

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Briefly describe your leadership experience focusing on your abilities to coach, counsel, evaluate and train various members of a team.
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Do you have experience collaborating with other organizations to review, develop and implement policies and practices relevant to a shared goal?

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Describe your ability to effectively and efficiently facilitate policy development and implementation.
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Do you have the ability to synthesize complex information concisely and clearly to various audience types? If so, rate your proficiency level using the choices below.

• None/Low
• Basic
• Demonstrating
• Proficient
• Expert

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Do you possess a valid Class D driver's license, or if you do not already have one, do you have the ability to obtain a Class D driver's license?

• Yes
• No

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How did you hear about this position?

• SC State Jobs Website - jobs.sc.gov
• Indeed.com
• LinkedIn.com
• A current employee
• A former employee
• Other (please specify below)

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