Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs

Provost & Vice President of Academic Affairs Position Title : Provost & Vice President of Academic AffairsFTE : 1.0Position Type : StaffDepartment : Prov and VP for Academic Affairs DeptAbout This Role : Reporting to the President, the Provost / Vice President for Academic Affairs is the Chief Academic Officer of the University and provides leadership to all academic areas and reflects the mission of the institution. The Provost is an advocate for all academic programs, providing leadership to faculty and academic staff to ensure consistent quality standards in curriculum and programs that meet the needs of students. The Provost oversees the academic integrity of the university and provides leadership in long-range planning, budgeting; curriculum; and program development. The Provost ensures compliance with various accreditation agencies as well as state accreditation and regulation. The Provost serves on the University senior leadership team.What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities : Fosters intellectual growth, student learning, and scholarly and creative activities by providing academic strategic planning, administrative leadership, direction, and evaluation for all academic activities and faculty affairs at the University, providing leadership in internationalizing the campus and advancing multidisciplinary scholarship.Demonstrates sound fiscal management and empirical-based decision-making by overseeing program development, budgets, and facilities of all academic and academic support units.Ensures an active and expanding dialogue with external constituencies by encouraging partnerships with external constituents and public organizations and facilitating the Public Affairs mission of the University.Implements the strategic academic vision by authorizing faculty appointments, recommending all promotions and tenure decisions to the President, making final decisions about the allocation of academic space. Works closely with the office of Sponsored Research in implementing and evaluating major research initiatives of the University. Collaborates with the Vice President for Student Affairs in addressing the educational support needs and extra-curricular priorities for students, and with the other Vice Presidents and senior leadership of the University in coordinating and overseeing the overall mission of the University.Provides leadership in matters of academic policy and administration and regularly advises the President on these matters.Coordinates with the College Deans and Vice President for Enrollment Management in the preparation of the class schedule each semester; approves the final class schedule. Collaborates with the executive team, College Deans, Associate / Assistant VPAAs, in the compilation of information for the published catalog; coordinates the publishing of the catalog.Key Competencies : An appreciation of shared governance and evidence of strong abilities to work effectively and collaboratively with university administration, faculty, students, staff, and other constituent groups and partners, both within and outside the University.Strong oral and written communication skills, and excellent interpersonal skills.An understanding of emerging technologies and the effective application of instructional technologies to enhance student learning.An understanding of contemporary issues in higher education.Demonstrated commitment to ongoing professional development of faculty and academic administrators.Physical Requirements : Able to lift 25 lbs and perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.Job Conditions : The position may require occasional evenings and / or weekends to meet university and departmental needs.Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.Who We Are : Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.Benefits : Life insuranceState of Texas Retirement plansTuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses, and / or eligible dependents.Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.Qualifications : Academic credentials consistent with the rank of professor, as demonstrated by a distinguished record of teaching, scholarly publications, and / or creative accomplishments.A history of progressively responsible, successful experience as an academic administrator at the Dean level or above involving both graduate and undergraduate programs, including responsibility for budget, personnel recruitment, and evaluation.Experience in strategic planning, assessment of program effectiveness, and development of policy to enhance academic units within the University and with national accrediting bodies.Understanding of the purpose and processes for fundraising and donor and volunteer relations.Experience in developing and / or securing extramural grant and contract funding.EEO Statement : Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer.Veteran's Preference Statement : Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.Security Sensitive Statement : This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.Application Information : Posting Date : 12 / 09 / 2024Close Date : Open Until FilledSpecial Instructions : Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003?
• Do you have an earned Doctorate degree?
• Do you have experience in developing and / or securing extramural grant and contract funding?
• Do you have experience in strategic planning, assessment of program effectiveness, and development of policy to enhance academic units within the University and with national accrediting bodies?Required Documents : ResumeCover LetterUnofficial TranscriptsOptional Documents : MiscellaneousLamar University 2023. All Rights Reserved.#J-18808-Ljbffr