Provost​/Vice President Academic Affairs

Position: Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
Description of Job Duty:

Assists the President in accomplishing goals of the University's central academic division.

The position will remain open until filled.

To apply , applicants must submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: TTU.Provostsulting.

Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Essential Functions:

* Effectively articulate and implement an academic vision and provide leadership to develop and execute strategic plans to carry out the vision and mission of the University.

* Work collaboratively with the President, the senior administration of the University, and the Tennessee Tech University Board of Trustees.

* Provide leadership for all academic activities and functions of the University.

* Represent the interests and concerns of academic affairs to the President and senior leadership.

* Provide leadership to recruit, select, retain, and mentor a strong academic leadership team and faculty.

* Provide leadership to the deans to achieve the goals of each college or school, specifically to assess, monitor, and recommend changes in the curriculum and academic requirements.

* Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel who report directly to the Provost.

* Build the annual academic affairs budget, assist in college and program budgets, ensure fiscal accountability, and monitor the instructional component of the University's operating budget.

* Promote academic excellence.

* Provide leadership to ensure that the University remains in compliance with all accreditation standards.

* Work collaboratively with the Vice President for Enrollment & Communication on enrollment initiatives to include undergraduate, graduate, adult, and international students.

* Enthusiastically promote student success and retention.

* Actively promote a robust scholarship/research agenda.

* Represent Tennessee Tech in regional/national discussions on the future of higher education and the ongoing challenges facing the University as higher education evolves.

* Work collaboratively to strengthen and enhance Tennessee Tech's leadership and service throughout the Upper Cumberland Region.

* Develop, nurture, and build cooperative, collegial working relationships with a broad range of university and higher education constituencies, including international programs.

* Work collaboratively with the President, Vice President for University Advancement, and Tennessee Tech Foundation in setting a philanthropic tone throughout the campus.

* Work collaboratively to upgrade classrooms, laboratories and offices, including the construction of new buildings.

* Ensure adherence with policies and procedures to ensure high academic standards.

Physical Demands:

Those typical of an office environment.

Work Hours:

Typical hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.

- 4:30 p.m. Additional hours if/when needed.

Special Instructions:

The position will remain open until filled; but, for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via:  No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: TTU.Provostsulting.

Salary:

Commensurate with education and experience;
Pay Grade 22.

Benefits Information:

The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401k, and educational benefits.

Minimum Qualifications:

* An earned doctorate from an accredited college or university.

* A proven track record in teaching, research, and service that supports appointment as a full…