Vice President for Academic Affairs **Divine Word College** 1 Positions ID: 64503 Posted On 03/31/2025 **Job Overview** Divine Word College is accepting applications for the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA) with a start date of August 2025. The VPAA is the chief academic officer and manages all academic programs of the College, which include three undergraduate study programs leading to BA and AA degrees (Theology and Mission, Philosophy, and Intercultural Studies) and an English as a Second Language (ESL) certificate program. The VPAA provides direct supervision of department chairs, the registrar, and the library director. Further, the VPAA reports directly to the president and works closely with other vice presidents in preparing students for their future missionary service and consecrated religious life. Divine Word College (DWC) is a Roman Catholic seminary founded by the Society of the Divine Word (SVD), the largest Catholic missionary congregation. As a Church mission-driven institution, DWC focuses on training missionaries for today, especially those discerning a vocation to the priesthood and religiously consecrated life. DWC partners with many international congregations to offer vocation and formation programs, including English language education and preparation for ministry. The small student body (approximately 120) hails from more than 20 nations. Located in Epworth, IA, DWC and its members are leaders in the local community, practicing prophetic dialogue leading to committed social action. To learn more about Divine Word College, visit www.dwci.edu Minimum requirements: ● PhD in a discipline complementary to DWC's mission and academic programs ● At least five (5) years of administrative experience including direct supervision of subordinates, budget and asset management, and program assessment ● At least five (5) years of full-time teaching experience in higher education Additionally Preferred Qualifications: ● Experience working in a multicultural and international environment ● Demonstrated success as a scholar within one's respective discipline ● Knowledge of The Program for Priestly Formation ● Experience leading curriculum change and program development ● Experience in institutional assessment ● Evidence of mentoring undergraduate students towards advanced degrees ● Evidence of mentoring colleagues in pursuing academic success Application Materials: ● Cover Letter ● Curriculum Vitae ● Teaching/Leadership Philosophy Statement ● Contact information for three (3) references Review of the applications begins April 1, and continues until the position is filled. Please submit application materials to: Office of the President 102 Jacoby Dr. S.W. Epworth, IA 52045 Or email to: cjackson@dwci.edu Divine Word College is an Equal Opportunity Employer Primary Contact 1741276168220 Christine Jackson , Phone Phone Phone Fax cjackson@dwci.edu Email True True True **Job Details** Categories Clerical/Office Administration Education Management/Executive Location Epworth, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Full Time Company ID 26744 Job REQ # \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250331 End Date 20250430 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Graduate Assistant for Softball University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant in the Heritage Center (Audienc University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Admission Operations University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Cheerleading University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Strength and Conditioning University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Women's Wrestling University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Men's Wrestling University of Dubuque Forklift Operator/Order Picker Express Employment Professionals Patient Service Representative - Call Center Grand River Medical Group Patient Service Representative - Multi-Specialty C Grand River Medical Group **Share this Job** Divine Word College **About the Company**