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
Record of successful teaching in higher education
Progressive academic leadership experience
The Provost serves as the University's chief academic officer providing strategic leadership for all academic programs and faculty

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 academic excellence.

Matching Summary

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

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
  • Record of successful teaching in higher education
  • Progressive academic leadership experience
  • Experience supervising teams and managing budgets
  • Demonstrated commitment to student success

Nice-to-have

  • Experience serving as a provost or equivalent role
  • Success in accreditation leadership and program review
  • Leading academic planning in public university environment
  • Supporting online or hybrid instructional models

Key Requirements

  • Terminal degree required
  • Full professor rank credentials
  • Senior academic leadership experience
  • 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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