United Tribes Technical College · 3 hours ago
Vice President of Academic Affairs – Closes February 10, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Bismarck, ND
Internship
Onsite
Intern, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$85K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expUnited Tribes Technical College is seeking a Vice President of Academic Affairs to manage and coordinate all academic activities and ensure compliance with accreditation processes. The role involves providing leadership in academic instruction, curriculum development, and fostering partnerships to enhance student outcomes in a Tribal college environment.
Education Management
No H1B
Responsibilities
Manages, coordinates, and assesses all Academic, Academic Research, Enrollment, Institutional Research, Student Success, and Land Grant activities
Coordinates Higher Learning Commission (HLC) accreditation as the Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) and oversees other accreditation processes, including Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), ND Career and Technical Education (CTE), and ND Education Standards and Practices Board (ESPB)
Overseas Institutional Research to develop, implement, or identify data sources to guide decision making for goals and program of study development, evaluation, and assessment
Collaborate with the Chief Financial Officer to conduct financial analyses of departments and programs of study to ensure fiscal feasibility and sufficient revenue for sustainability
Actively seeks out funding opportunities, writes proposals, and conducts program evaluation, to ensure compliance and accountability of grant administration, budget management, and financial best practices, in accordance with UTTC Financial Policies and Procedures
Responsible for working collaboratively with the North Dakota Tribal College System, North Dakota University System, and other institutions through articulation and matriculation agreements to ensure seamless transfer to enhance student outcomes
Provides innovative, effective, and successful academic leadership and vision in academic instruction, curriculum, assessment of student learning, and educational program development
Provides strong, dynamic academic and administrative leadership, fostering a collegial team environment that encourages scholarship, teaching, learning excellence, and respect for the chain of command
Ensures and promotes quality instruction, student success, integrated planning, and the expansion of student learning outcomes, to meet the educational needs of students in a Tribal college environment
Accountable for development, achievement, and assessment of Academic Affairs goals and objectives as set forth in UTTC’s Strategic Plan
Develop partnerships with external constituencies to enhance academic offerings, student research opportunities, student support services, apprenticeships/internships, and student outcomes
Provides guidance, mentorship, and training/educational opportunities to deans, directors, and direct reporting personnel, to enhance the skills necessary to achieve full performance for all Academic Affairs areas
Participates in planning, policy development, and process activities for strategic planning, facility development, and policy refinement
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Terminal degree from an accredited graduate school (i.e., PhD, EdD, or JD)
Five (5) years of academic leadership experience in higher education
Three (3) years of recent teaching experience in higher education with a demonstrated student-centered philosophy of education
Three (3) years of federal, state, tribal, or private grant management experience
Knowledge and experience in student learning outcome assessment, development, and curriculum development and innovation
Knowledge and experience meeting accreditation standards, implementing institutional policies and procedures, and abiding by federal regulations
Knowledge and skill in strategic planning and data-driven decision-making
Knowledge and experience in working effectively and cooperatively with all students, staff, faculty, and leadership with understanding of the unique needs, culture, and heritage of Native Americans in an educational environment
Demonstrated ability to work with administration, staff, faculty, and leadership to achieve goals in a supportive and inspirational manner
UTTC Application
Cover Letter
Resume
Unofficial Copies of College Transcripts
Valid Driver's License (must submit a copy)
Preferred
tribal college and university experienced preferred
Company
United Tribes Technical College
United Tribes Technical College is a school in Bismarck.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase