Provost And Vice Chancellor For Academic Affairs

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $210,000-$225,000; bonus/equity: not specifi...
Hybrid
Terminal degree from accredited institution
Full professor rank or equivalent credentials
Progressive academic leadership experience
The Provost serves as the chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units while reporting directly to the Chancellor

Job Summary

  • The Provost serves as the chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units while reporting directly to the Chancellor.
  • The successful candidate will manage complex academic budgets, oversee faculty recruitment and evaluation, and ensure continuous accreditation of the university.
  • The position offers a competitive salary between $210,000 and $225,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions.

Matching Summary

The Provost serves as the chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units while reporting directly to the Chancellor.

Salary

Base: $210,000-$225,000; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions 5-10%

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Terminal degree from accredited institution
  • Full professor rank or equivalent credentials
  • Progressive academic leadership experience
  • Experience supervising teams and managing budgets
  • Demonstrated commitment to student success

Nice-to-have

  • Prior provost or senior academic leadership role
  • Success in accreditation leadership initiatives
  • Experience with online or hybrid instructional models
  • Strong consensus-building and decision-making skills
  • Public university environment experience

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree required
  • Academic credentials for full professor appointment
  • Record of successful teaching in higher education
  • Distinguished record of scholarly publications
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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