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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities · 3 days ago

Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs

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Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$167K/yr - $267K/yr

10+ years exp

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is seeking a forward-thinking Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs to serve as the University’s chief academic officer. The role involves providing vision and leadership to advance the academic mission, strengthen the student experience, and foster a culture of excellence across the institution.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Responsibilities

Oversee a comprehensive portfolio that integrates Academic Affairs and Student Affairs in service of student success, persistence, and degree completion. Oversee four academic colleges, graduate studies, along with several student-centered departments

Lead the development and implementation of academic vision, policy, and standards while supporting innovation in curriculum, pedagogy, and academic program development

Oversee the development of effective student services to meet the needs of continuing, new, and prospective students to promote student success and retention. Promote a holistic student experience that supports learning both inside and outside the classroom

Champion equitable academic and student success strategies, support efforts to close achievement gaps, and foster a campus climate that values multiple perspectives, shared governance, and meaningful engagement

Strengthen partnerships with alumni, system colleagues, accreditation bodies, community organizations, and public and private stakeholders to support academic innovation and regional impact

Lead transparent and responsible budgeting for Academic and Student Affairs, overseeing significant financial and human resources while aligning investments with strategic priorities

Qualification

Doctorate degreeCultural competenceLeadership experienceBudget managementAcademic program developmentStudent success strategiesCreative leadershipCollaboration skillsProblem-solving skillsEffective communication

Required

Earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university

At least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education including: administration of budgets; demonstrated record of teaching, scholarship, and service; and effective and innovative collaboration with staff and faculty

Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equity-minded environment for students, faculty, staff, and the broader university community

Preferred

Demonstrated record of successful teaching, scholarship, creative or research activity, and service requisite for an appointment at the rank of professor

Successful experience working with collective bargaining agreements

Knowledge of emerging trends, challenges and opportunities, current standards, and effective practices in higher education and university operations, at the international, national, and state/system levels

Knowledge of current and emerging student populations, changing demographics, and innovative strategies to support student success and closing equity and achievement gaps

Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external constituencies to establish strong, lasting and productive partnerships