Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs

Provost and Vice President Academic Affairs

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Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: Fullerton
Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time

California State University, Fullerton is seeking a passionate advocate for student success to serve as the Provost/Vice President Academic Affairs. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

• What does inclusive leadership mean to you.
• A description of your experiences working with individuals with a different perspective.
• A description of how issues of inclusivity have impacted you personally or professionally.

Minimum of six years of academic administrative experience and at least three years leading an academic unit at the level of dean or higher.

• An earned doctorate and/or terminal professional degree from an accredited institution of higher education.
• A strong and established record of academic accomplishment acceptable for tenure as a full professor in a discipline offered at the University.
• Demonstrates substantive budget management experience in a multifaceted financial environment with a focus on clear and transparent processes that align strategic, academic, and operational planning and resource allocation functions, inclusive of cost containment strategies.
• Proficiency with data-driven decision-making processes and utilizing institutional data to inform strategic planning, policy development, and academic programs centered on student success.
• Demonstrated capacity to advocate for resource allocation and support services tailored to the varied needs of each college or area within Academic Affairs.
• Demonstrated leadership in addressing the complexities of serving the educational needs of a diverse environment and success in promoting and resourcing initiatives that lead to equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and ability to thrive within, the governance and administrative processes used in publicly supported higher education institutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish and maintain effective professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience utilizing a university leadership role to work effectively with professionals in industry, education, community, or governmental organizations.
• Demonstrated commitment to working in and fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment.
• Demonstrated body of work that is student-focused and that demonstrates a commitment to inclusive excellence within the academic community.
• Comprehensive understanding of higher education trends, challenges, and best practices.
• Knowledge of accreditation standards, compliance requirements, and regulatory frameworks relevant to academic programs and institutional operations.
• Knowledge of and understanding of differences and needs in disciplines within various colleges and areas within Academic Affairs.
• Demonstrated ability to promote interdisciplinary and cross-disciplinary learning experiences, student research and high-impact practices.
• Knowledge and ability to serve as a primary liaison with the Academic Senate and to support strong shared governance practices and relationships, including the faculty’s role in institutional decision-making processes.

• Progressive record of extensive and successful administrative experience, including experience at a large comprehensive university at the level of dean, associate provost, provost, or a similar position.
• Demonstrated capacity for mentoring of deans, associate vice presidents, and other academic leaders.
• Demonstrates success in strategic planning and strategic enrollment management.
• Fosters collaborative work with faculty academic leaders and other stakeholders to identify the priorities of the University and develop strategies and tactics for achieving them.
  
  Proven track record of successful collaboration in a shared governance environment and working within a collective bargaining environment in a democratic, flexible style to advance institutional goals and priorities.
• Demonstrated record of supporting student success strategies that foster a holistic student-centered learning environment, increase retention and graduation rates, and address issues of access for all.
• Demonstrated ability in implementing institutional and programmatic initiatives aimed at providing high quality education leading to student success.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning, with an understanding of digital education and emerging technologies.
• Experience with retention, tenure, and promotion processes and/or advanced professional development processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of the challenges facing Hispanic-serving institutions and higher education today and the ability to…