Vice President of Instruction/Chief Academic Officer

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in education or a related field; doctorate preferred  

• Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in academic administration  

• Demonstrated leadership in accreditation, institutional effectiveness, and student-centered innovation  

• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational leadership skills  

Robeson Community College seeks a strategic, collaborative, and student-centered leader to serve as Vice President for Instruction / Chief Academic Officer (CAO). Reporting directly to the President, the CAO provides visionary leadership for academic programs and instructional services, advancing excellence in teaching, learning, student success, and workforce alignment. 

The CAO serves on the Executive Leadership Team and oversees academic deans, institutional planning and research, accreditation, program development, and institutional effectiveness initiatives. This role fosters partnerships with K-12, higher education, business, and industry while supporting innovation in university transfer, health sciences, career and technical education, and distance learning. 

Candidates for the position should apply online at www.robeson.edu/hr and submit a Professional Resume, a photocopy of Official Transcripts, and any other supporting documentation related to the qualification requirements. Robeson Community College reserves the right to perform consumer background checks on applicants who are considered for employment and the College may administer personality profile testing as part of the selection process. 

Human Resources

Robeson Community College

hr@robeson.edu

910.272.3524