Associate Vice Chancellor, Human Resources

Associate Vice Chancellor for Human Resources Services

Virginia’s community colleges have a 50‑year track record of educational excellence and innovation to serve the needs of our citizens and strengthen the Commonwealth’s economy. The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) invites nominations and applications for the position of Associate Vice Chancellor (AVC) for Human Resources Services. Reporting to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Finance and Operations and a key member of the Chancellor’s Cabinet, the AVC leads human resource functions and transformation for the system and its 23 colleges, in alignment with the mission and strategic objectives of the VCCS.

Guided by the mission to give everyone the opportunity to learn and develop the right skills so lives and communities are strengthened, the Chancellor and the State Board for Community Colleges launched a strategic plan in 2024 to award 300,000 cumulative meaningful credentials by 2030 across all regions through accelerated access and success for every student.

The AVC leads human resources strategic planning to support system initiatives and goal achievement. Central to this role is leading data‑informed workforce planning and organizational development efforts to proactively address strategic needs and enhance structural efficiency across the system and all 23 institutions. The AVC plans and executes a system‑wide human resources strategy that supports the quality and effectiveness of talent acquisition, compensation/ classification, learning and talent development, employee relations and compliance programs that foster and sustain a productive, engaged, and welcoming work environment.

Central to this role is the ability to cultivate strong, trust‑based partnerships with campus presidents, executive leaders, college chief human resources officers, system employees, campus faculty, and staff to ensure HR strategies are responsive, equitable, and effective. Promoting shared governance and transparent communication in HR decision‑making is essential to reinforcing trust and inclusivity. As a unifying presence across multiple campuses, the HR leader will strike a balance between maintaining system‑wide consistency and honoring campus‑level autonomy and culture.

The role involves representing the VCCS in external partnerships and consortia focused on human capital development, workforce effectiveness, reinforcing the system’s commitment to collaboration both internally and externally.

The AVC is responsible for designing and overseeing talent acquisition strategies that attract, hire, and retain a skilled and multidimensional, and highly qualified workforce. Leading succession planning and implementing leadership development and employee engagement initiatives will be vital to building internal capacity and ensuring long‑term institutional success. The AVC also directs system‑wide training and development programs to support ongoing professional growth and performance excellence among all employees.

Equally important is ensuring onboarding, retention, and promotion practices reflect and reinforce the mission of the VCCS.

To drive efficiency and effectiveness, the AVC supports standardized policies, procedures, and technologies across campuses, ensuring consistency and scalability of operations. Utilizing HR technology and data systems, the role enhances service delivery, bolsters compliance, and provides strategic insights that support decision‑making. By benchmarking HR practices against both higher education and industry standards, the AVC identifies opportunities for innovation and improvement. A strong emphasis will be placed on fostering a continuous improvement mindset, embedding best practices in employee relations, performance management, benefits administration, and workplace wellness throughout the system.

As a strategic goal, the VCCS has committed to developing a Culture of Care that will identify needs, research and share best practices,…