The administrative and academic officers at Athens State University (ASU) are well qualified to lead the institution in accomplishing its mission. The table on Qualifications of Administrative and Academic Officers provides detailed information on the academic background and administrative experience of the administrative and academic officers at Athens State University, and provides evidence that the background and experience of each officer are appropriate to the duties and responsibilities associated with their positions.

As prescribed by State Board Policy, vacancies in presidential and other full-time administrative and supervisory positions at Athens State must be filled according to the practices and procedures set out in the Alabama Community College System Uniform Guidelines to ensure qualified personnel are selected for these positions.

State Board Policies 607.01 and 904.01 and the ASU Employee Handbook, Part 2.5 require that regular evaluations of administrative and academic officers are conducted to evaluate job performance and to address possible improvements. Additional information on administrative evaluations can be found in the narrative for Comprehensive Standard 3.2.10.