Director of the Miller Academic Center 

 

VMI is accepting applications for the position of Director of the Miller Academic Center. 

 

The Director will lead the enhancement and revitalization of programs offered across all 
academic levels, from at-risk students to high achievers. Our goal is to transform the 
Miller Academic Center into a national leader in undergraduate learning services. 

 

The Director will provide overall leadership and management of the Miller Academic 
Center’s personnel, budgets, assessment activities, and programs, including Disabilities 
Services. One exciting aspect of the position is the opportunity to develop meaningful 
partnerships between the Miller Academic Center and the Writing Center, the Math 
Resource Center, Academic Advising, and the academic departments. The Director will 
report to the Deputy Superintendent for Academics and Dean of the Faculty. 

 

The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in hand and significant experience developing 
innovative and proactive programs promoting academic success for undergraduates at all 
ability levels. Preference will be given to candidates with college teaching experience; a 
strong record of engagement in scholarship and professional activities related to learning 
services; and prior experience working with faculty in diverse disciplines to promote 
academic success. Evidence of excellent organizational and communication skills is 
required. 

 

This is a full-time position with a generous benefits package. Competitive starting annual 
salary is based on qualifications and experience. To apply, submit your application using 
the website below. Include a letter of interest describing aspects of your background that 
make you well-suited for the position, a resume, and the names and telephone numbers of 
three professional references. Review of applications will begin on May 23, 2011, but 
applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

 

https://jobs.agencies.virginia.gov/applicants/Central?quickFind=109004 

 

VMI is a nationally ranked public, undergraduate liberal arts college offering majors and 
minors in engineering, the sciences, humanities, and social sciences. Professional staff 
wear a military uniform and observe military customs and courtesies, but prior military 
experience is not required. Enrolling approximately 1,450 cadets, VMI is located in 
Lexington, Virginia, in the historic Shenandoah Valley. For more information about 
VMI, please visit our Web site at http://www.vmi.edu. VMI is an EEO Employer.