Deputy Provost - 3503

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This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Position Information

Division

Division Academic Affairs

Department

Department Academic Affairs Dept

Working Title

Vacancy Type

Vacancy Type Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Min T/E Requirements

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution in higher education, educational leadership, business administration, public administration, or a related field required; earned doctorate preferred
• Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible professional experience in higher education administration, academic affairs, institutional operations, or related leadership roles
• Demonstrated experience supporting senior academic leadership, strategic initiatives, institutional operations, or divisional administration within a complex higher education environment
• Proven ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate discretion in decision making and management of sensitive institutional matters
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a complex organizational structure while managing multiple priorities, initiatives, and competing deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem-solving, writing, and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to prepare executive reports, strategic analyses, institutional communications, presentations, and operational updates for senior leadership and external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically while supporting implementation and operational execution of institutional priorities and divisional initiatives
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and effectively with university administrators, faculty, staff, governmental agencies, and external partners
• Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to listen to differing perspectives, facilitate collaboration, and develop effective solutions that support the long-term interests of the University
• Demonstrated knowledge of university policies, procedures, organizational operations, and shared governance processes within higher education
• Demonstrated experience supporting operational planning, policy implementation, strategic initiatives, institutional reporting, or administrative coordination within Academic Affairs or a comparable division
• Demonstrated resilience, initiative, self-motivation, adaptability, and capacity to operate effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic academic environment
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain collegial, collaborative, and professional working relationships across the institution
• Experience supporting institutional planning, compliance activities, accreditation efforts, or strategic reporting initiatives preferred
• Experience working with state systems of higher education, governing boards, or system office reporting processes preferred

FTE

FTE 1

Recruitment Range

Recruitment Range Commensurate Upon Education and Experience

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