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Lead Academic Excellence as Imperial Valley College’s Next Vice President for Academic Service

Welcome Potential Candidates:

Dear Prospective Candidate,

We are delighted that you are considering the position of Vice President for Academic Services (VPAS) at Imperial Valley College. This distinguished leadership role provides the opportunity to shape the academic direction of our institution, ensuring excellence in instruction, equity, and student success. 

As VPAS, you will serve as our Chief Instructional Officer and Accreditation Liaison, guiding curriculum innovation, instructional quality, and academic equity. You’ll collaborate across divisions to strengthen pathways that connect instruction and student support, advancing IVC’s mission to empower students and transform lives. 

We welcome candidates who bring diverse experiences, innovative leadership, and a commitment to fostering a collaborative, student-centered environment. Your expertise will play a vital role in sustaining our legacy of academic excellence and equity-minded education. 

We look forward to learning more about your vision for advancing academic services at Imperial Valley College. 

- Johanna Fisher Associate Vice President, Human Resources


 

Public Forum - Vice President of Academic ServicesPublic Forum: Meet the Finalists for Vice President of Academic Services

Join us on Monday, November 17, from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in the College Center or via Zoom to meet the five finalists for Imperial Valley College’s next Vice President of Academic Services.
Coffee, water, and cookies will be served.
Submit your questions in advance by following the button below.
 
Forum Registration
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To learn more click here for full event details and registration information
 
Search Timeline for IVC's Vice President of Academic Services
  • August 25, 2025 – Position advertised (open recruitment).
  • September 23, 2025 – 3:00 PM – First-level (EEO Training) committee meeting - develop questions.
  • October 5, 2025 – Application window closes. (possibly thru the weekend waiting for confirmation)
  • October 6, 2025 – Applications released for scoring to hiring committee.
  • October 13, 2025 — 4PM - Hiring Committee Meets to recommend candidates for first level interview
  • October 27-28, 2025 – First-level interviews held.
  • Week of November 17-18, 2025 – Forum and Second-level interviews conducted 
  • December 2025 Board Meeting – Recommendation to the Board of Trustees.
  • January 2026 – Anticipated start date for new Vice President of Academic Services