Job Details

Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

About the Company

Top-tier Catholic Franciscan university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1930

Employees
201-500

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs to join its mission-driven institution at a pivotal moment of academic transformation. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing vision and direction for all academic programs and initiatives, ensuring their alignment with the institution's mission, values, and strategic priorities. This role involves supervising and evaluating academic and student affairs staff, overseeing curriculum development, and leading efforts to improve instructional efficiency. The Provost/VPAA will also be a key player in the design and implementation of new academic programs, with a focus on enrollment growth and student success, and will serve as the chief academic officer, fostering a vibrant, student-centered learning environment.

Applicants must have an earned doctorate, a record of academic achievement, and a minimum of three years of progressive academic administrative experience at the dean level or higher. The ideal candidate will have a strong design-thinking mindset, experience in academic transformation, and a deep understanding of student affairs. They should be committed to servant leadership, shared governance, and transparent decision-making, with the ability to lead change and innovation in a rapidly evolving academic environment. Preferred qualifications include experience in academic restructuring, interdisciplinary program development, and a proven track record in academic innovation, particularly in resource-constrained settings. The role requires a leader who can engage with the campus community, promote a culture of collaboration, and ensure the institution's academic programs are financially viable and continuously improving.

Hiring Manager Title
President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration