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...
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Earned terminal degree from accredited institution
Progressive academic leadership experience in higher education
Experience supervising teams and managing complex academic budgets
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who will serve as the chief academic officer, providing strategic leadership for all academic programs and faculty. This full-time leadership role requires a terminal degree and significant experience in higher education, emphasizing a commitment to student success and academic excellence

Job Summary

  • The Provost serves as the University's chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs and faculty.
  • The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $210,000 to $225,000 along with comprehensive benefits including tuition waivers and retirement contributions.
  • The successful candidate will foster shared governance, ensure accreditation compliance, and lead initiatives to advance student success and research productivity.

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, who will serve as the chief academic officer, providing strategic leadership for all academic programs and faculty. This full-time leadership role requires a terminal degree and significant experience in higher education, emphasizing a commitment to student success and academic excellence.

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

  • Earned terminal degree from accredited institution
  • Progressive academic leadership experience in higher education
  • Experience supervising teams and managing complex academic budgets
  • Demonstrated commitment to student success and academic excellence

Nice-to-have

  • Experience serving as a provost or equivalent senior role
  • Success in accreditation leadership and program review
  • Strong communication and consensus-building skills
  • Experience supporting online or hybrid instructional models

Key Requirements

  • Terminal degree required
  • Full professor rank credentials required
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US required

Work Rights

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

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