California Miramar University · 14 hours ago
Vice President of Academics
San Jose, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $185K/yr
8+ years expCalifornia Miramar University is a nationally accredited institution focused on delivering career-oriented programs. The Vice President of Academics will oversee academic quality, curriculum effectiveness, and compliance, while driving innovation and new program development.
Higher Education
Hiring Manager
Regina Shuvanova, MA, SHRM-CP
Responsibilities
Evaluate and continuously strengthen curriculum quality and academic outcomes across programs
Analyze student engagement and performance data and implement targeted improvements
Lead development and launch of new academic programs, initially in IT and later in healthcare
Drive innovation in teaching and learning, including adoption of AI and educational technologies
Design and lead faculty performance frameworks, training initiatives, and evaluation processes
Oversee institutional compliance, ensuring alignment with accreditation standards, federal and state regulations, and internal policies
Partner on accreditation activities, audits, regulatory reviews, and institutional reporting
Establish and monitor KPIs that support academic quality, operational discipline, and compliance readiness
Qualification
Required
Minimum Master's degree required in IT, Business, Education, or a related field
Doctorate preferred
Minimum of 8–10 years of senior leadership experience in U.S. higher education
Demonstrated responsibility for curriculum leadership, program development, and compliance oversight
Strong background in IT or business education
Experience overseeing master's-level programs at an appropriately accredited institution
Preferred
Experience operating in institutions undergoing growth, change, or increased regulatory complexity
For-profit higher education experience
Direct involvement in accreditation, regulatory reviews, and institutional audits
Demonstrated success improving student outcomes such as engagement, retention, or placement
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Vision insurance
Company
California Miramar University
Commitment to innovation and keeping up with the rapid changes in concepts, theories, and practices of today's corporate world.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Chitpasong Vazquez, Ph.D.
President & CAO
Myra Smith
Chief Operations Officer
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