Job Description

ABOUT VOORHEES UNIVERSITY

Voorhees University is a private, diverse, historically black, coeducational, liberal arts, baccalaureate degree-granting institution affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Located in rural Denmark, South Carolina, the University serves traditional and nontraditional students primarily from South Carolina and the southeastern region of the United States. The University offers each student a comprehensive general education experience coupled with professional education in the values-centered liberal arts environment that supports educational opportunities designed to help prepare students to function in a diverse and increasingly technological society. Accordingly, the University seeks to produce highly qualified graduates who coalesce intellect and faith in pursuit of life-long learning, healthy living, the betterment of society, and an abiding faith in God.

PRESIDENTIAL CHARGE AND SCOPE OF APPOINTMENT

In accordance with the University’s mission, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, 10th President of Voorhees University has issued the charge and call to action articulated through the University’s mantra: Begin. Believe. Become. that will advance Voorhees University to The Next Level of Excellence. President Hopkins believes and expects that Voorhees University will be nationally recognized as a premier, comprehensive liberal arts institution focused on student success, excellence and integrity. Through this charge, greater emphasis will be placed on high performing learners, highly accomplished faculty and staff, an involved community, and a supportive and dedicated alumni base. To that end, the Voorhees University Division of Academic Affairs seeks qualified faculty and staff who will be committed to designing, developing, and offering programs of study that will strengthen the preparation of our students for their chosen career fields, and maximize their potential for success through increased opportunities for certifications and minors in high demand. Academic Excellence at Voorhees University’s Division of Academic Affairs will be achieved and maintained through efficient management of the division, continual assessment and realignment of the curriculum, development of the faculty, and maximized curricular and co-curricular student engagement, locally, nationally, and internationally.

Position: Executive Director, VU Charter Institute of Learning
Department/Division: Charter Institute/Academic Affairs
Salary: $40,000 – $45,000
FLSA Classification: Salaried, Exempt
Position Type/Duration: Part Time
Position Schedule: TBD

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Managing and leading the operations of the Institute, including operating policies, practices and procedures.
• Ensuring the Institute practices advance the purposes of the SC Charter School Law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standard Office Environment

EDUCATION

• Advanced degree in education, public administration, public policy, law or management.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge of the SC Charter Schools Act.
• Management and leadership experience with a charter school authorizing entity or other public school.
• Strong belief in the principles and value of the charter school movement.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please submit an employment application, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, resume, and relevant transcript to apply.

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