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 University's chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units

Job Summary

  • The Provost serves as the University's chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units.
  • The position offers a competitive salary range of $210,000-$225,000 along with benefits including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions.
  • The successful candidate will lead complex organizations while fostering shared governance and ensuring long-term academic vitality.

Matching Summary

The Provost serves as the University's chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs, faculty, and support units.

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
  • Accreditation leadership and program review experience
  • Public university change initiative experience
  • Support for online and hybrid instructional models
  • Strong consensus-building and decision-making skills

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

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States required

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