Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
- Employer
- University of San Diego
- Location
- San Diego
- Salary
- $33,333-$41,666/month; Excellent BenefitsThe University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please
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Job Details
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Position Title & Department: Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Posting #: 5078
Department Description:
USD is “a contemporary Catholic university, grounded in the liberal arts and anchored along
an international border, advancing academic excellence to create a more inclusive, sustainable and hopeful world.” Informed by that mission and its core values, USD is committed to confronting humanity's urgent challenges and empowering its students to live fulfilling lives as responsible, global citizens.
Ranked #47 in the WSJ/College Plus “500 Best Colleges in the U.S.,” #3 in Quality of Life and
#18 in Best Run Colleges by Princeton Review, and #5 in promoting public service by
Washington Monthly, USD's stunning campus is perennially recognized as one of the most
beautiful and sustainable campuses in the country.
With its college and six schools, distinctive academic centers and institutes, proximity to an
international border in a highly diverse region, and status as an Emerging Hispanic Serving
Institution (HSI), USD offers its over 9,100 students a unique educational experience. That
experience is characterized by academic rigor and excellence; transformative opportunities
through student/faculty research; global experiences; and community-engaged scholarship
and internships that develops the knowledge, values and skills needed to serve the global, civic and faith communities.
University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.
Detailed Description:
The University of San Diego (USD) seeks a Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs who is an innovative, visionary, collaborative, and student-centered leader. Working in close
partnership with President James T. Harris, peer members of the Strategic Leadership Team,
and USD's accomplished and dedicated faculty, the next Provost & VPAA will lead this unique, highly entrepreneurial, and mission-driven institution to its next level of academic excellence and student success.
Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.
Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.
Job Requirements:
The next Provost & VPAA will demonstrate a passion for contemporary Catholic higher
education and an unwavering commitment to USD's mission and core values. Key
qualifications include: bringing a proven, long-term track record of success in academic
administration at tuition-driven, comprehensive institutions with undergraduate and graduate
offerings; the ability to articulate the commitment to shared governance and demonstrated
collaboration with faculty; knowledge of the principles of sound fiscal management and
experience developing and managing significant budgets to achieve the institution's strategic
priorities; and an earned doctorate and eligibility for appointment at the rank of full professor.
The full Leadership Profile can be found here .
Posting Salary:
$33,333-$41,666/month; Excellent Benefits
The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits
The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.
Special Application Instructions:
The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Search Committee will begin the review of applications immediately and continue work until an appointment is made. To assure full
consideration, applications should be received by Friday, December 6, 2024 and must
include:
- A letter of interest addressing the strategic objectives and qualifications identified in the
profile; - A current curriculum vitae; and
- The contact information (email and phone) for five professional references, including
their relationship to the candidate.
The University of San Diego is being assisted by AGB Search. Application materials should be
submitted through the AGB Search portal system here: USD Provost Portal.
Please direct nominations and expressions of interest or any questions regarding the
application process to: USDProvost@agbsearch.com.
Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Closing date: December 6, 2024
Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.
The University of San Diego is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion and is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the campus community.
The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.
Advertised: October 22, 2024
Applications close: December 06, 2024
To apply, visit https://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/496852/provost-and-vice-president-for-academic-affairs
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Organization
The University of San Diego is a Roman Catholic institution committed to advancing academic excellence, expanding liberal and professional knowledge, creating a diverse and inclusive community, and preparing leaders dedicated to ethical conduct and compassionate service.
Located on 180 acres overlooking the city of San Diego, Mission Bay and the Pacific Ocean, the campus is a community treasure, with Spanish Renaissance-inspired buildings and breathtakingly beautiful landscapes.
Chartered in 1949, the university enrolls more than 7,000 students and is known for its commitment to teaching, the liberal arts, the formation of values and community service. In less than 60 years, the University of San Diego has grown from a local college with 50 students and a handful of professors to a nationally ranked university. This achievement is the direct result of a single, unwavering expectation: academic excellence.
USD offers more than 60 bachelor's, master's and doctoral degrees. The university adds depth to education by inspiring students to grow spiritually, morally and socially. The breadth of programs and depth of facilities means that students can easily find a course of study that ignites their intellectual fire. In the classroom, coursework across disciplines encourages students to develop their critical thinking skills.
Small class size means the instructors know their students and can stimulate curious minds with anything from participation in a research project to an after-class discussion on topic. Instructors welcome the free exchange of complex ideas in an environment of tolerance and civility. In this environment, students begin a lifelong habit of appreciating and cultivating their individual gifts.
To complement this instruction, the university's Honors program provides a challenging curriculum for USD's uniquely motivated students. The university also holds memberships in several honor societies, including Phi Beta Kappa.
While intellectual growth is key, USD adds depth to the education experience by inspiring students to grow spiritually, morally and socially. An active faith community invites widespread student participation. In the classroom, study is accompanied by an examination of ethics and values University of San Diego students inquire freely and challenge ideas, exercise moral, spiritual and social judgment, serve others, and contemplate social justice in their lives and in their chosen fields. These students are truly educated. These students achieve excellence.
Students, faculty and staff are active members of the community, volunteering time and expertise, fostering friendships, and working to preserve the region’s unique character. With a population of more than 7,500 students and approximately 2,000 employees, the university impacts the life of the area economically, politically and socially. In turn, the university welcomes the community to participate in campus life, through classes, special events, sports, forums and tours.
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