Institution web site: http://www.tamucc.edu/
Location: Corpus Christi, TX  78412
Posted date: July 19, 2010

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi (A&M-Corpus Christi) is seeking nominations and applications for the position of Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs (Provost).  The university seeks an accomplished academic leader who has the experience, skills, educational values, vision and energy to lead the institution’s transition to a major graduate research university that capitalizes on existing strengths and the strategic advantages that flow from its geographic and cultural location.

A&M-Corpus Christi enrolls approximately 9,500 students (1,875 of them graduate students) from throughout the U.S. and 52 other countries. In addition to offering a broad array of undergraduate programs, it offers more than 30 graduate degrees, including five doctoral degrees and the MFA. The university is located on a very attractive 240-acre island campus just eight miles from downtown Corpus Christi.  It is a relatively young university that is rapidly growing in terms of enrollment, academic and research programs, and facilities and other infrastructure. External funding for research and sponsored programs was $19.9 million in FY 09. Strong undergraduate programs, a highly talented faculty, strong fiscal health, solid and expanding infrastructure, and nine research centers and institutes position the university to move to the next level among its peers as a major Hispanic-serving doctoral research university.

The provost is the institution’s chief academic officer and senior officer responsible for executing the University’s academic strategy.  S/he reports directly to the president, is a member of the president’s cabinet and acts in the president’s stead in his absence.  Reporting to the provost are the vice provost for academic affairs, associate vice president for academic affairs (undergraduate education), associate vice president for enrollment management, associate vice president for special projects, associate vice president for research and dean of graduate studies, assistant vice president and director of the library, deans of the colleges of business, education, liberal arts, nursing and health sciences, and sciences and technology, and dean of community outreach.

A prospectus for this search with additional information about the university and the position, leadership priorities for the new provost, specific qualifications for the position, and instructions for submitting applications and nominations may be found at www.academic-search.com under the tab for current searches.  Those considering becoming candidates are urged to visit this Web site before submitting application materials.  In order to assure full consideration, a complete application, including a thoughtful letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of at least five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers should be received by August 19, 2010.  Nominations, inquiries and applications are treated confidentially and should be submitted electronically (MS Word or PDF) to:

TAMUCCProvost@academic-search.com

Assisting Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi in the search are:

Bill Franklin, Ph.D.

Senior Consultant

Academic Search, Inc.

1825 K Street, NW, Suite 705

Washington, DC 20006

bjf@academic-search.com

830-249-1444

Maya Kirkhope

Senior Consultant

Academic Search, Inc.

1825 K Street, NW, Suite 705

Washington, DC 20006

mrk@academic-search.com

703-380-9195

Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Institution web site: http://www.madonna.edu/
Location: Livonia, MI 48150
Posted date: July19, 2010

The College of Education of Madonna University invites application for a full-time position as an Assistant/ Associate Professor and Chair of Teacher Education. The College includes twelve full-time faculty who offer instruction in NCATE-approved elementary and secondary teacher education programs, and advanced programs in Educational Leadership, Literacy Education, Special Education, Educational Technology, Early Childhood, and Curriculum and Instruction.

Required qualifications include:

1. An earned doctorate

2. Successful teaching and administrative experience in K-12 schools including a valid teaching certificate 3. Teaching and administrative experiences in higher education 4. The ability to teach courses in at least two of the following areas: educational technology, literacy, early childhood, secondary methods, research and statistics, educational psychology. Course teaching required both day and evening.

Chair responsibilities include:

1. The Chair reports to the Dean of the College of Education and is responsible for specific leadership and administration within the Teacher Education program, particularly as it relates to the design and implementation of assessment systems that testify to students’ attainment of standards of achievement in the state and national accreditation processes.

2. Course curriculum development and scheduling.

3. Coordination of assessment of content majors and minors and the Teacher Education program, in cooperation with the Dean and the University Director of Assessment.

4. Coordination of accreditation requirements for assessment and accountability of major and minor programs.

5. Working collaboratively with the Dean to recommend changes in academic procedures and Policies through the approval process; implement policies and procedures.

6. Using technology for:

a. Maintaining ongoing data and databases for purposes of state reports and national accreditation reports.

b. Curriculum delivery.

c. Timely electronic communication with students, faculty, and staff.

d. Promoting technological literacy among the College faculty.

Additional responsibilities may be assigned by the Dean as necessary.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Academic rank is dependent on qualifications. Review of applications will begin July 2010 and continue until the position is filled. The position is available August 2010. Submit letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to:

Dr. Karen L. Obsniuk, Dean, College of Education, Madonna University, 36600 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, MI 48150 Madonna University is an equal opportunity employer. Applications from minority persons are encouraged.

Institution web site: http://www.cuny.edu/
Location: New York, NY 10075
Posted date: July6, 2010

The Director of Undergraduate Educational Policy develops and evaluates educational policies and initiatives designed to improve the academic success, retention, and graduation of CUNY’s undergraduate students.  The Director reports to the University Dean for Undergraduate Education.  Working in partnership with the Dean and the Associate University Provost, the Director leads initiatives to set priorities and develop effective programs. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

-           Engages in strategic planning with senior administrators to enhance undergraduate learning and graduation

-           Evaluates programs and initiatives in accord with CUNY’s mission and goals;

-           Leads working groups and other planning bodies to integrate undergraduate operations with other elements of CUNY;

-           Collaborates with the 17 CUNY colleges serving undergraduates to implement and evaluate programs and initiatives that enhance student learning and retention and improve math learning (such as Freshman Experience programs, and summer/inter-session immersion programs);

-           Works with the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment to expand data collection as necessary; evaluates programs and assesses outcomes; prepares reports on undergraduate initiatives and their outcomes for senior administrators and for external stakeholders;

-           Partners with senior administrators to improve and streamline CUNY’s practices and procedures in such areas as remediation, student transfer, and advising;

-           Provides leadership for CUNY-wide programs and initiatives related to improving undergraduate education, including forums for cross-campus sharing of information;

-           Reviews grant proposals related to student learning and assists PIs with their projects and evaluations;

-           Participates in the development of a data-sharing and policy partnership between CUNY and the New York City Department of Education, with the goal of enhancing high school graduates’ college-readiness and their success in CUNY;

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree and eight years’ related experience required.

Preferred/Other Qualifications: -Ph.D. or other advanced degree is a related field/discipline; Knowledge of the higher education environment and, preferably, complex university systems; Commitment to the goals of an urban university serving a highly diverse population; Leadership experience in educational innovation and program development.

Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Contract Title: Higher Education Officer;

FLSA: Exempt;

How to Apply:

Go to the CUNY website ( http://www.cuny.edu/employment.html ) to see the full job posting in our online recruiting system called “CUNYfirst”.  Apply for the job online under the CUNYfirst job postings.  Select “Search Job Listings” and do a keyword search with the job title, or select “More Search Options” and search using the Job Opening ID Number 3128 . Submit a cover letter and resume as one document in the Resume Field  with your CUNYfirst online application. Closing Date: July 28, 2010.

EEO Statement:  The City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer which complies with all applicable laws and regulations, and encourages inclusive excellence in its employment practices.

Institution web site: http://www.odu.edu/
Location: Norfolk, VA 23529
Posted date: June 7, 2010

Old Dominion University invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Health Sciences.  The new Dean will be responsible for a growing College within the University and with an expanded community service and research agenda.  The search will be conducted by a comprehensive University committee to be assisted by Academic Search, Inc. during the late summer and fall of 2010.

The University is located in Norfolk, Virginia, which is part of the metropolitan Hampton Roads region of coastal Virginia.  ODU is a comprehensive, state-assisted, Carnegie doctoral/research institution that enrolls over 24,000 students, including 6,000 graduate students.  The University developed the Innovation Research Park to facilitate partnerships with regional, national, and international businesses and agencies.  In the region, ODU enjoys the benefits of relationships with the maritime industry related to the ports, extensive military installations, major health care networks, and Eastern Virginia Medical School.

The Dean is expected to be an effective internal and external advocate for the College‘s mission and values.  The individual chosen will report to the Provost and provide dynamic leadership in teaching, research, and professional service for the College.  The Dean is expected to promote the expansion of the College’s academic, research, and clinical offerings through coordination with health related industry and services in the region.  The Dean will be expected to work closely with the other five colleges of the University in partnership efforts that boost faculty and students in scholarship and research.

The College of Health Sciences consists of 75 full-time faculty in the Schools of Community and Environmental Health, Dental Hygiene, Medical Laboratory and Radiation Sciences, Nursing, and Physical Therapy.  Certificates, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees are awarded through the College to the enrollment of more than 1800 students, almost 500 of whom are graduate students.  A Master of Public Health is offered jointly with Eastern Virginia Medical School.  The College makes extensive use of the University’s Office of Distance Learning’s synchronous and asynchronous course delivery systems and instructional design services.  The College’s distance learning programs are now offered across the state, nation, and the world.

The successful candidate will be expected to have an earned doctorate and academic record that merits a faculty appointment as Professor with tenure.  The individual should have significant administrative experience that reflects proven aptitude for prudent financial and academic management and the ability to garner resources to advance the College within the University.  Fundraising and relationship building with external businesses, agencies, military leaders, and other entities will be expected to be a major focus of the Dean.  Other desired attributes of the leader will be excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to excellent academic achievement and to enhancing the diversity and quality of the faculty and student body.  The Dean will be expected to work in a collaborative manner with the other five Deans to build interdisciplinary and new cutting edge programs of study and research.

Prospective candidates are encouraged to review the Dean Search Profile that contains additional information about the University and College of Health Sciences, the nature of the opportunity, and the application process at:   www.odu.edu and www.academic-search.com

Applications and nominations should be sent to ODUDean@academic-search.com, attention Chairman of the Search Committee, Dr. Oktay Baysal.

Assisting with the search is:

Dr. James A. Davis

Senior Consultant, Academic Search, Inc.

jdavis@academic-search.com

(540) 539-9415

Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Institution web site: http://www.laverne.edu/
Location: La Verne, CA 91750
Posted date: June 24, 2010

For more than a century, the University of La Verne has provided an enriching educational experience for its students, combining the benefits of a close-knit, independent comprehensive doctoral university with a strong sense of community. La Verne embraces and represents the diversity of Southern California, providing students the opportunity to learn from an expert and dedicated faculty while preparing them for lives of leadership, service, and productivity.

The University and the Board of Trustees are pleased to announce the search for a new President and invite expressions of interest in this exceptional leadership opportunity at an established and highly respected institution of higher education.  La Verne enrolls more than 7,500 undergraduate and graduate students in four Colleges (Arts & Sciences, Business & Public Management, Education & Organizational Leadership, and Law). La Verne has pioneered adult education and continues to develop and enhance programs delivered on the main campus, at regional sites throughout California, and online.

La Verne’s 18th President will succeed the institution’s longest serving leader. He or she will have the chance to work with a committed faculty, skilled staff, and Board of Trustees who are dedicated to academic excellence and student success. The new President will arrive at a significant juncture in La Verne’s history and will work with the campus community to shape a refined vision for the future.

La Verne’s new President must be an academic leader with extensive skills, substantial experience, and unequivocal personal qualities, someone who can connect with people and can prepare them for change. Integrity, judgment, creativity, focus and decisiveness will be essential. The President will need to embrace the core values of the University, be equipped with a track record of fiscal responsibility, support of academic quality, and will be asked to galvanize the community around a shared vision.

The position requires an earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree and academic credentials sufficient to engender respect from the academy and the community at large.

Recruitment will continue until the position is filled. Nominations, expressions of interest, and applications (including cover letter and resume) should be submitted via email to LaVernePres@wittkieffer.com.

Material that cannot be emailed may be sent to:

President

University of La Verne

c/o Witt/Kieffer

Attention:  Dennis M. Barden/Katherine Haley Will

2015 Spring Road, Suite 510

Oak Brook, IL 60523

Confidential inquiries and questions concerning this search may be directed to Dennis Barden at 630-575-6167 or Kate Will at 603-748-4399.

The University of La Verne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, place of national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation or physical handicap in its employment practices. The University of La Verne encourages applications from women and members of historically underrepresented groups.

Employment is contingent upon the new employee providing documents verifying U.S. citizenship or, for aliens, documents verifying legal permission to work in the United States.

Institution web site: http://www.iupui.edu/
Location: Indianapolis, IN 46202
Posted date: June 15, 2010

Indiana University – Purdue University Indianapolis (IUPUI) invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Life and Learning.   The position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Student Life and Dean of Students and maintains a strong collaborative relationship with the Dean of University College.  This position is responsible for providing leadership for several administrative units within Student Life.  In addition, and with input and direction from both the Dean of University College and Vice Chancellor for Student Life, the Assistant Vice Chancellor is responsible for ensuring collaborative efforts between Student Life and other campus units that will enhance student learning and success.

A unique and highly successful forty-year old partnership between Indiana University and Purdue University, IUPUI is Indiana’s premier urban research university and a core campus of Indiana University.  Its 21 schools and academic units offer degrees in more than 200 programs.  IUPUI enrolls 22,000 undergraduates and 8,000 graduate and professional students representing all 50 states and 122 countries.  Approximately 1,400 students live in residence halls, town homes, or campus apartments.   IUPUI has received the Carnegie Classification of a civically engaged institution in the areas of curricular engagement, outreach, and partnerships.  The institution recognizes students as partners in learning.  About 400 students study abroad and more than 4,000 participate in service learning.  Additional information about the University’s commitment to and leadership in the area of civic engagement may be found on its website at www.iupui.ed/civicengagement .

The Assistant Vice Chancellor for Student Life and Learning oversees a Student Life staff of 6 direct reports in the areas of Campus Center, Housing and Residence Life, and the Office of Student Involvement with a total full time professional staff of 21. Primary responsibilities include:

•           provide senior level support, leadership, and supervision to the units reporting to this position in order to ensure each unit is well run according to best professional practices;

•           take a leadership role in both Student Life and University College in the development of strong and effective collaborations between the units in each area in order to increase student engagement and learning;

•           participate on committees within each area that supports such collaborations and/or serve the welfare of students in order to ensure effective and efficient delivery of programs and services.

•           in the absence of the Vice Chancellor, assume managerial and supervisory responsibilities for the Division of Student Life;

•           provide a leadership role in division-wide initiatives including diversity efforts which contribute to student learning, inclusion, and success; integration of the institution’s Principles of Undergraduate Learning into the work of the division; division efforts regarding students who are veterans, and ensuring the realization of the division’s professional staff development program.

The successful candidate will have a proven record of success in: creating bridges of collaboration between student life and other campus units that are specifically related to student engagement and learning;   applying best practices in the design and supervision of student life programs, services, and facilities; relating effectively with faculty and academic affairs staff; understanding of academic and student life programs related to the first year student experience; an urban institution with a high proportion of students living off campus;  articulating the vision, goals, and programs of a Student Life Division to other campus constituencies; scholarly dissemination of best practices in areas of responsibility.

In addition, the successful candidate will be able to demonstrate  these qualities:  a strong student-centered philosophy and a willingness to engage fully with students; flexibility and openness to innovation;  data-driven decision making; excellence in problem solving and follow through; evidence of leadership at the regional or national level in the area of student/academic affairs collaborations; the ability to establish strong, positive relationships with all members of the campus community through superb oral and written communication skills, as well as a reputation as an open and inclusive individual.

A doctoral degree plus seven years of relevant higher education experience, or a master’s degree plus nine years of relevant higher education experience is required.

Application:  Interested individuals should send a letter describing their interest in and qualifications for the position, a resume, and contact information including email addresses for five references.  The packet should be sent electronically (Microsoft Word attachments preferred) to leadership@wspelman.com.  The subject line in the email should be AVCIUPUI.  Documents that must be mailed should be sent to William Spelman Executive Search, Stony Point Landing, 667 Midship Circle, Webster, NY 14580.

Confidential inquiries will be received at 585.787.9742.  Confidentiality will be maintained, and references will not be contacted without prior knowledge or approval of the candidate.  For full consideration, all materials should be received by July 9, 2010.  The process will continue until the position is filled.

Indiana University is an equal employment opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services Visit www.wspelman.com

Institution web site: http://www.vcu.edu/
Location: Richmond, VA 23284
Posted date: June 7, 2010

The VCU School of the Arts seeks a deeply experienced, imaginative and dynamic leader, with a strong entrepreneurial spirit, to advance the school’s position as the nation’s premier public school of the arts. It operates in the context of a distinguished urban, public research institution and one of Virginia’s largest universities.

VCUarts educates approximately 3,000 undergraduates and more than 200 graduate students, in undergraduate and graduate programs both in Richmond and in Qatar.  Students are taught by 125 full-time faculty members, more than 200 others who bring direct artistic experience into the classroom on a part-time basis and 50 administrative staff.  They are organized in departments and programs:  art foundation, art education, art history, cinema, communication arts, craft/material studies, dance & choreography, fashion design & merchandising, graphic design, interior design, kinetic imaging, music, painting & printmaking, photography & film, sculpture + extended media and theatre.  The school has an annual budget of $22 million; the budget for the program in Qatar is $38 million.  Its endowment of $8.5 million includes assets both permanently restricted and quasi endowment.  The more than 18,000 alumni include leaders in the arts and design across the country and abroad.

Reporting to the provost and vice president for academic affairs, the new dean, as chief executive officer, will have responsibility for providing leadership in educational, research, community outreach and fund development activities to sustain and enhance the outstanding reputation of the School of the Arts.  The dean will take the lead in shaping the future of the school, articulating a vision that defines its standard of excellence, the directions of its growth and the new and multi-disciplinary connections that are possible across the university and abroad within the design campus of Qatar’s Education City.

The university seeks a dean who will encourage a strong sense of collegiality internally, and be the voice of the school, championing its teaching, research, and creative agenda and its successes. The dean will assure continued focus on students, both undergraduate and graduate, encouraging their quality and their diversity and providing the services and the support to ensure their success.  With the faculty, the dean will be responsible for the recruitment and retention of the faculty and their development, assuring the school’s excellence. The university envisions the opportunity to shape new directions programmatically and to extend those now in place, building on existing strengths in the university and the school.  The dean will recognize, reward, facilitate, and actively participate in VCUarts’ scholarly and creative activities.

Additionally, the dean will be responsible for all matters relating to the management of the resources of the school, including its academic programs; its faculty, staff, and students; its facilities, and its budget.  The dean also will extend partnerships with the public and private sectors, including the VCUarts Pollak Society, expanding connections in support of the development of the school and leading that effort within the school and among its constituents, including its alumni.

The dean will be part of the senior leadership of the university, working with other senior officers and deans to realize the university’s promising and challenging future.

The university anticipates that the new dean will bring a distinguished record of academic and management success and a record of scholarly achievement; however, candidates whose leadership abilities and outstanding accomplishments in the arts and/or design could translate well to academia also are welcomed and will receive serious attention.  He or she will have demonstrated the ability to foster a climate where learning and artistic discovery flourish.  The dean will show the ability to balance strong academic and intellectual leadership with effective external relationship-building and resource development.

The search is currently underway and will continue until the position is filled.  Nominations are welcome.  Confidential inquiries may be directed to the Witt/Kieffer consultant supporting this search, Mary Elizabeth Taylor, at 212 686-2676. To receive full consideration, please electronically send nominations or a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and names and addresses of five references (who will not be contacted without permission) to VCUarts@wittkieffer.com by July 31, 2010.

Virginia Commonwealth University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, building strength through diversity.

Institution web site: http://www.jjay.cuny.edu/
Location: New York, NY 10019
Posted date: June 4, 2010

Payroll Title/Level:      Higher Education Officer

Position Type:             Exempt

FLSA Status:

Salary:             $68,803 – $91,511

Notice Number:           Job ID: 2875

Position Description and Duties:

John Jay College of Criminal Justice, an urban public institution, is a liberal arts college with a specialized mission in criminal justice, forensic studies, public service and related areas. Located steps from Lincoln Center at the cultural heart of New York City, the College offers bachelors and masters degrees and participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate School of the City University of New York. John Jay College is recognized for serving a broadly diverse student population. Under the leadership of its fourth president, Jeremy Travis, John Jay College is undergoing a transformation that includes unprecedented faculty hiring, new undergraduate majors and masters programs, and a new 600,000 square foot building ready for occupancy in 2011. With so many changes underway, the College offers to its many new faculty and staff the opportunity to shape the future of their institution.

The Academic Program Director for Student Learning, Academic Services and Program Assessment is a member of the Undergraduate Studies leadership team. The Director will contribute expertise on the assessment of student learning to UGS. S/he will participate in the planning and development of academic services for student success, including academic advisement, first-year experience, transfer services, and tutoring. S/he will have primary responsibility for the coordination of academic services across UGS and for the development and management of an academic monitoring system.

GENERAL DUTIES

- Directs curriculum development and operations of a College’s specialized academic program under executive oversight

- Designs, implements and monitors a comprehensive academic program development plan

- Administers all curricular, administrative, and financial aspects of the program

- Oversees program evaluation efforts and creates strategic plan to further develop program offerings

- Manages annual budget; develops proposals and other initiatives for expanded program support

- Cultivates and maintains strategic partnerships; serves as primary liaison to faculty and administrators to plan and execute programming activities

- May participate in faculty recruitment efforts

- Manages professional and clerical staff

- Performs related duties as assigned.

Specific Responsibilities

- Oversee the academic labs and provide leadership for planning new and improved labs and staff development to optimize student academic success

- Monitor student progress across academic service programs

- Design and conduct comprehensive assessment activities for Undergraduate Studies in consultation with the College’s Director of Assessment

- Assess early warning systems and academic referral models. Plan systems with regard to the early recognition and systematic referral of students with academic difficulties. Work with administrators and faculty across the College toward implementation

- Advance innovative student-centered approaches to learning; collaborate with the Director of Academic Assessment and the Director of Center for the Advancement of Teaching to promote such approaches.

John Jay College, in compliance with the Clery Act, has made its Annual Security Report available for review. You can obtain a hard copy of the report by contacting the Department of Public Safety at 899 10th Ave. Room 530T, New York, NY 10019 or view it on-line by accessing the following web site: www. jjay.cuny.edu/CleryDisclosure2008.pdf

Qualification Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s Degree and eight years’ relevant experience required.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

A Ph.D. in Educational Psychology or comparable preparation is desirable. Experience teaching on the undergraduate level preferred. Experience in research design using quantitative methods strongly preferred. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to diversity and student success, excellent oral and written communication skills, and outstanding interpersonal abilities. Experience in grantsmanship preferred.

How To Apply:           Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to the Search Committee for the Academic Program Director at:   ugsjobs@jjay.cuny.edu

The City University of New York is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/Americans with Disabilities Act Employer

Institution web site: http://www.montana.edu/
Location: Bozeman, MT  59717
Posted date: June 1, 2010

Montana State University (MSU) Bozeman seeks applications and nominations for the position of Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA).

Founded in 1893, MSU Bozeman is one of the nation’s pre-eminent land-grant universities, ranked by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching among the top 96 research universities in the country (Research Universities, very high research activity). This flagship campus of the four-campus Montana State University system enrolls approximately 12,800 students and offers baccalaureate degrees in 61 fields, master’s degrees in 41 fields, and doctoral degrees in 20 fields. The portfolio of the Provost & VPAA encompasses nine academic colleges, numerous research centers, laboratories and institutes, multiple academic program units, international programs, the libraries, the Museum of the Rockies, and Extended University. The University’s faculty numbers 830 (FTE), and the overall student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1. The 1,170-acre campus is located in a spectacular setting in the heart of the Gallatin Valley in Bozeman, Montana, a culturally rich community of 50,000 people.

The Provost & VPAA is the second-ranking administrative officer of the University and is one of seven vice presidents reporting to the President. The Provost & VPAA exercises academic and administrative leadership over the University’s educational programs and budget, academic policy, academic appointments, and the generation of teaching, research, and creative activity in a vibrant campus community that emphasizes active learning and strong student/faculty engagement. The Provost & VPAA has 18 direct reports.

In its next Provost & VPAA, the University seeks a highly accomplished academic leader who has a deep understanding of the mission of a nationally-recognized land-grant institution; an unwavering commitment to student access and academic success in the context of high quality, research-intensive academic programs; and the ability to engage internal and external constituencies in thoughtful deliberation and action to enhance MSU Bozeman’s status as a premier land-grant university of the 21st century.

A search prospectus, with additional information about the University, the major attractions of the position, the key leadership agenda for the Provost & VPAA, and specific requirements, may be found at www.academic-search.com/search.html. Those considering becoming candidates are urged to visit this search website before submitting an application. In order to assure full consideration, applications must be received by July 6, 2010 and include a substantive letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of at least five professional references with E-mail addresses and telephone numbers. All nominations, inquiries, and applications will be confidential until the President identifies a limited number of finalists for campus interviews, at which point the names and résumés of finalists only will become public. Nominations and applications must be submitted electronically in MS Word or Adobe PDF to:  msuprovost@academic-search.com

The search is being assisted by:

Bill Franklin, Ph.D.

Senior Consultant

Academic Search, Inc.

1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 705

Washington, D.C. 20006

bjf@academic-search.com

Office: (830) 249-1444

Julie Tea

Senior Consultant

Academic Search, Inc.

1825 K Street, N.W., Suite 705

Washington, D.C. 20006

Julie.Tea@academic-search.com

Office: (804) 550-2110

Montana State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual preference, marital status, age, religion, creed or political belief, mental or physical handicap, or status as a Vietnam era or disabled veteran in admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities, nor in its employment policies or practices.

Institution web site: http://www.augustana.edu/
Location: Rock Island, IL 61201
Posted date: May 27, 2010

Augustana College seeks an academic leader with a record of outstanding teaching, scholarship, and administrative accomplishments to serve as Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean of the College.  The new Dean will assume office in summer 2011.

For 150 years Augustana has challenged and prepared students for meaningful lives of civic engagement, integrative thinking, global awareness, ethical action, and creative and critical problem-solving.  Today, more than 60 majors are offered in the arts and sciences and pre-professional programs.  The College’s 2,500 students are engaged in active learning, combining both traditional classroom experience and hands on learning experiences outside the classroom.  Domestic and international internships, study abroad, community service programs and the Senior Inquiry capstone experience for research and reflection are among the special features of an Augustana education.  A new program called Augie Choice provides financial support to students for participation in any of these programs.  Augustana established its Phi Beta Kappa chapter in 1950 and is among the top 10% of U.S. colleges and universities whose graduates go on to earn the Ph.D.

The Dean will work directly with Augustana’s 30 academic departments as well as the Office of the Registrar, Community Engagement Center, Augustana Center for Teaching and Learning, Art Museum, Library, Reading and Writing Center and Institutional Research Office in coordinating the academic program for the College.  The successful candidate will possess a terminal degree in a discipline offered by Augustana and the abilities to: provide visionary leadership for a small, residential liberal arts college; communicate clearly, openly, and consistently; advocate for liberal arts and pre-professional and global education; act intentionally and strategically in addressing  diversity and inclusion; understand future directions and best practices in higher education; continue to integrate academic and co-curricular offerings within a cohesive educational program; and manage resources creatively, fairly, and effectively on behalf of academic affairs.

Applications will be treated in confidence and should consist of a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, and names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of five references.  Materials received by September 18, 2010 will be assured full consideration.  Materials should be addressed to Dr. Van Symons, Chair of the Search Committee and sent electronically (MS Word preferred) to: AugustanaVP@academic-search.com

The search is being assisted by Dr. Tobie van der Vorm, Senior Consultant with Academic Search, Inc.  Please feel free to contact her in confidence at ptv@academic-search.com 202/263-7473, or contact Dr. Van Symons, Chair, Dean Search Committee at vanjsymons@augustana.edu 309/794-7413.

Augustana College is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer