Provost And Vice Chancellor For Academic Affairs

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: $210,000-$225,000 based on experience; bonus...
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 University of Arkansas at Fort Smith offers a competitive salary range of $210,000-$225,000 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions.
  • This role requires overseeing faculty recruitment, ensuring accreditation compliance, and fostering a culture of research and scholarly activity within a diverse community.

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 based on experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, 12 holidays, immediate leave accrual, 5-10% retirement contribution

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
  • Commitment to student success and academic excellence

Nice-to-have

  • Prior provost or senior academic leadership role
  • Success in accreditation leadership and program review
  • Experience leading change initiatives in public universities
  • Strong consensus-building and decision-making skills
  • Support for online or hybrid instructional models

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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