Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
External posting
Full-Time, Exempt, Administrative/Professional
Saginaw Valley State University (SVSU) seeks acollaborative, student-centered academic leader to serve as its next Provostand Vice President for Academic Affairs.
The Provost and Vice President forAcademic Affairs leads the Division of Academic and Student Affairs and servesas the University's chief academic officer, providing leadership andsupervision in all academic matters. Reporting to the President, the Provost isresponsible for the supervision of instructional personnel; new programdevelopment; quality of the instructional process; evaluation of all academicdeans, directors, and faculty; regional and specialized accreditationactivities; and budget development and management for instructional andinstructional support programs. The Provost also oversees units related to thestudent experience, including student affairs and student support services.
The next Provost will collaborate with Universityleadership and the SVSU community to formulate, articulate, and implement anacademic vision aligned with the University’s strategic plan. The University iscurrently undergoing a strategic planning process with the intent of presentinga new plan to the Board of Control for approval in fall 2024. This individualshould have a demonstrated commitment to student success, faculty excellence,shared governance, and community engagement.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Develop and execute strategic academic plans and initiatives that align with the institution's mission and strategic goals by promoting academic excellence and innovation, leveraging new technologies, and using evidence-based practices as a part of the decision-making process.
Administer policies and set strategies regarding recruitment, retention, employment, promotion, tenure, termination, and other matters related to academic and student affairs personnel and faculty that result in a diverse and highly qualified workforce.
Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administrators on the development and implementation of University policies.
Facilitate collaboration and communication across the institution to foster a vibrant and engaged learning community.
Oversee the development, assessment, and enhancement of academic programs and curricula that are responsive to the needs of SVSU's students and the demands of the global job market.
Champion initiatives that support the student experience, student success, retention, and graduation, including student affairs, academic advising, tutoring, accessibility resources and accommodations, experiential learning opportunities, and community engagement.
Ensure that all academic programs and activities comply with accreditation standards and regulatory requirements; maintain the highest levels of academic integrity and excellence; and have the necessary resources based on program requirements.
Collaborate with academic leadership and the SVSU Office of Development to enhance philanthropic and private support, including grants and awards from external funders.
Supervise the administration of the academic budgets through the respective Deans or Directors of assigned academic and student affairs units.
Serve on the President's staff, the President's Planning Council, and other policymaking bodies related to academic policy and procedures.
Serve and assist the President on all such matters as assigned.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

President

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Associate Provost for Student Affairs/Dean of Students
Deans of the five academic Colleges
Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs
Directors of Support Services (Center for Academic Achievement, Writing Center, etc.)
Director of the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Director of Academic Advisement
Director of Continuing Education and External Project Management
Director of the Library
Director of International Programs
Director of Sponsored Programs
Director of Accessibility Resources and Accommodations
Director of School and University Partnerships
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

An earned terminal degree from an accredited institution of higher education and faculty credentials suitable for appointment as a tenured full professor in one of the university's departments.
A demonstrated record of success in academic leadership, including experience with administrative responsibilities, budgets, and personnel management.
A leadership style that builds collaborative, empowered teams throughout an institution; encourages creativity and innovation; and ensures organizational adaptability and resiliency.
Strong communication skills, a commitment to transparency, a willingness to engage and listen to others, a commitment to shared governance, and the ability to collaborate with a wide range of constituencies.
A passion for student success and a demonstrated record of enhancing the quality of education at an institution and the student experience, including improvement of curriculum, assessment of student learning, integration of curricular and co-curricular student experiences, support of student affairs programs and initiatives, and implementation of high-impact practices.
Demonstrated knowledge of current issues in higher education in the United States and international education systems and a vision for future opportunities and challenges for an institution like SVSU.
Experience with institutional and specialized accreditation.
Demonstrated experience fostering a diverse campus community.
The ability to work effectively within a unionized environment.
A record of impactful community engagement.
The ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Dutiesare performed indoors and not normally exposed to adverse conditions.
The above reflects the general detailsconsidered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job, and shallnot be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, orrequirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of anysupervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/hersupervision. The use of a particularexpression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude otherduties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.
About the Institution
Saginaw Valley State University, founded in 1963, is oneof Michigan’s 15 public universities with an enrollment of just over 6,300students with 2,000 of them residential. SVSU is located in the heart ofMichigan’s Great Lakes Bay Region and stretches across 748 acres. A majority ofthe campus buildings are connected and also have been newly built or updated inthe past 15 years. SVSU is surrounded by a nature preserve and is one of themost beautiful college campuses in the state. In 2023, SVSU was voted BestCollege Campus in Michigan and the Best Housing in the U.S. on Niche.com.
SVSU has 97% job and graduate school placement for their graduates. In 2023, SVSU was voted Best College Campus in Michigan and the Best Housing in the US on Niche.com. In addition, the campus has nearly 200 student organizations connecting students and providing a sense of community.

Living in the Area
Located in the Great Lakes Bay Region, home to more than 500,000 residents, SVSU sits directly in between the cities of Bay City, Saginaw and Midland. The Region is home to many multinational manufacturers including Dow, DuPont, Corteva, Hemlock Semiconductor, Nexteer Automotive and General Motors. For sports enthusiasts, the Region offers many options, including the Great Lakes Loons (Single-A Baseball), Saginaw Spirit (Ontario Hockey League) and the Dow Championship (LPGA Tournament). The Region is also home to high quality schools, four major medical centers, and thriving downtowns offering rich cultural activities. It is home to one of the Midwest’s busiest tourism destinations, Frankenmuth, known as Michigan’s Little Bavaria. The area boasts numerous park systems with hiking trails, and the option to venture outside of the city limits to enjoy the wonders of nature in the Shiawassee National Wildlife Refuge, one of the richest wildlife habitats in Michigan.
Saginaw is an affordable option for those seeking to settle in the Great Lakes Bay Region, with a cost of living and housing both below the national average at 21% and 69%, respectively. In addition, it is home to major employers such as GM Powertrain and Covenant HealthCare, which provide jobs for many of the local population.
To Apply
For full consideration, please apply directly to

WittKieffer

at https://wittkieffer.com/positions/200078

by August 12, 2024.
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated confidentially.

Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and questions: [email protected].
Nominations and referrals: Please send the nominee’s name, title, and contact information if available to [email protected].

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