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Form of workSalary: $147,943.00 - $199,791.00 Annually
Location : Youngstown, OH
Job Type: Professional Administrative
Job Number: 202400064
Division:Academic Affairs
Department: Provost VP - Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 03/22/2024
Bargaining Unit Status: Excluded from Any Bargaining Unit
Salary Grade: A13
Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Summary of Position
Application Deadline: Friday, April 5, 2024
Serves as chief academic officer, providing leadership for the Division of Academic Affairs which includes six colleges and the School of Graduate Studies and Research, as well as the Library, Distance Education, Assessment, International Studies, the Center of Teaching and Learning, and Outreach and Continuing Education endeavors of the University. Reports directly to the president; serves as member of the President's Cabinet and may serve as chief executive officer in the absence of the president.
Position Information
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Plays a leadership role in University planning initiatives; fosters an environment that stimulates outstanding teaching, scholarship and creative activity; leads Academic Affairs participation in enrollment management initiatives; manages the Academic Affairs budget; coordinates faculty recruitment, employment, and development; provides leadership for academic program review and development; coordinates academic public services; and supervises the integrity of academic records.
Supervises, plans, and assesses programmatic, fiscal, and personnel activities of Division of Academic Affairs. Works closely with academic deans and associate provosts in advancing academic enterprise and in guiding strategic planning process of university. Promotes quality of academic programs and academic support services, and development and assessment of academic programs. Provides vision and leadership in development, assessment, and revision of academic policies.
Serves as final hiring authority for faculty, department chairpersons, and academic professional/administrative staff.
Leads the development and implementation of the Academic Strategic Plan and the reaccreditation process by the Higher Learning Commission.
Works closely with academic senate in promoting academic priorities and advancing academic program development and academic policy throughout university.
Supervises and evaluates administrative agendas and performance of academic deans, associate provosts, and executive directors, directors and/or coordinators of programs/endeavors within Academic Affairs division. Works with these officers to develop shared vision and agenda for executing University's strategic objectives and priorities. Oversees and convenes Deans Council.
Oversees the tenure and promotion processes and makes recommendations to president relative to granting of tenure and promotion.
Oversees sabbatical and faculty improvement leave evaluation process and awards sabbatical/FIL leaves as well as chair sabbaticals and research professorships.
Oversees and convenes University academic council to discuss and review significant needs, proposals, and policies for advancing Academic Affairs throughout university.
Works closely with council of chairs addressing needs and priorities of academic departments. Assists department chairs in developing annual chairpersons retreat and in assessing and improving academic policies relating to academic departments.
Appoints and supervises the director of Faculty Relations.
Recommends member of administration's bargaining and negotiating team. Monitors activities and provides oversight of the negotiation process. Advises president on union negotiation issues.
Advises the president on all academic matters.
May serve as chief executive officer in the absence of the president.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over staff and student employees.
Reports to: President
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; University goals and objectives*; University policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; budgeting; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management; supervisory principles and practices; long term / strategic planning practices.
Skill in: interpersonal communication; Use of office equipment; typing, computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the University*.
Ability to: be visionary and creative; manage the fiscal resources of a complex organization; work effectively with all members of the university community; lead a complex organization in a period of change; demonstrate wide latitude in judgment and action; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; conduct effective interviews; maintain records according to established procedures; travel to and gain access to work site; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; use independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree required with successful record of college teaching experience, and other credentials appropriate for rank and tenure in an academic department. Significant prior academic administrative experience appropriate for a provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs-level position. Significant experience in budget management and strategic planning, ability to communicate the academic mission to internal and external audiences.
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
01
Do you have a terminal degree with a successful record of college teaching experience, and other credentials appropriate for rank and tenure in an academic department?
02
Do you have significant prior academic administrative experience appropriate for a provost/Vice President for an Academic Affairs-level position?
03
Do you have significant experience in budget management and strategic planning and the ability to communicate the academic mission to internal and external audiences?
04
What is the highest level of education that you have attained?
05
Please describe your related experience.
Required Question
Location : Youngstown, OH
Job Type: Professional Administrative
Job Number: 202400064
Division:Academic Affairs
Department: Provost VP - Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 03/22/2024
Bargaining Unit Status: Excluded from Any Bargaining Unit
Salary Grade: A13
Full-time Equivalency: 1.0
Summary of Position
Application Deadline: Friday, April 5, 2024
Serves as chief academic officer, providing leadership for the Division of Academic Affairs which includes six colleges and the School of Graduate Studies and Research, as well as the Library, Distance Education, Assessment, International Studies, the Center of Teaching and Learning, and Outreach and Continuing Education endeavors of the University. Reports directly to the president; serves as member of the President's Cabinet and may serve as chief executive officer in the absence of the president.
Position Information
Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Plays a leadership role in University planning initiatives; fosters an environment that stimulates outstanding teaching, scholarship and creative activity; leads Academic Affairs participation in enrollment management initiatives; manages the Academic Affairs budget; coordinates faculty recruitment, employment, and development; provides leadership for academic program review and development; coordinates academic public services; and supervises the integrity of academic records.
Supervises, plans, and assesses programmatic, fiscal, and personnel activities of Division of Academic Affairs. Works closely with academic deans and associate provosts in advancing academic enterprise and in guiding strategic planning process of university. Promotes quality of academic programs and academic support services, and development and assessment of academic programs. Provides vision and leadership in development, assessment, and revision of academic policies.
Serves as final hiring authority for faculty, department chairpersons, and academic professional/administrative staff.
Leads the development and implementation of the Academic Strategic Plan and the reaccreditation process by the Higher Learning Commission.
Works closely with academic senate in promoting academic priorities and advancing academic program development and academic policy throughout university.
Supervises and evaluates administrative agendas and performance of academic deans, associate provosts, and executive directors, directors and/or coordinators of programs/endeavors within Academic Affairs division. Works with these officers to develop shared vision and agenda for executing University's strategic objectives and priorities. Oversees and convenes Deans Council.
Oversees the tenure and promotion processes and makes recommendations to president relative to granting of tenure and promotion.
Oversees sabbatical and faculty improvement leave evaluation process and awards sabbatical/FIL leaves as well as chair sabbaticals and research professorships.
Oversees and convenes University academic council to discuss and review significant needs, proposals, and policies for advancing Academic Affairs throughout university.
Works closely with council of chairs addressing needs and priorities of academic departments. Assists department chairs in developing annual chairpersons retreat and in assessing and improving academic policies relating to academic departments.
Appoints and supervises the director of Faculty Relations.
Recommends member of administration's bargaining and negotiating team. Monitors activities and provides oversight of the negotiation process. Advises president on union negotiation issues.
Advises the president on all academic matters.
May serve as chief executive officer in the absence of the president.
Other Functions and Responsibilities: Performs other related duties as assigned.
Equipment Operated: Computer and all other standard office equipment.
Work Schedule: Typically, Monday through Friday.
Supervision Exercised: Supervision is exercised over staff and student employees.
Reports to: President
Qualifications and Competencies
Required Certifications, Training, and/or Licensures: None
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of: University policies and procedures*; office practices and procedures; University goals and objectives*; University policies and procedures*; workplace safety practices and procedures*; budgeting; English grammar and spelling; records management; office management; project management; supervisory principles and practices; long term / strategic planning practices.
Skill in: interpersonal communication; Use of office equipment; typing, computer operation; use of computer software and other programs applicable to the University*.
Ability to: be visionary and creative; manage the fiscal resources of a complex organization; work effectively with all members of the university community; lead a complex organization in a period of change; demonstrate wide latitude in judgment and action; deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context; define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; determine material and equipment needs; calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages; compile and prepare reports; use proper research methods to gather data; understand a variety of written and/or verbal communications; prepare accurate documentation; conduct effective interviews; maintain records according to established procedures; travel to and gain access to work site; effectively interact with personnel and public to answer routine questions; train or instruct others; use independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations; work independently and in a team environment; develop and maintain effective working relationships.
(*) Developed after employment.
Minimum Qualifications: Terminal degree required with successful record of college teaching experience, and other credentials appropriate for rank and tenure in an academic department. Significant prior academic administrative experience appropriate for a provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs-level position. Significant experience in budget management and strategic planning, ability to communicate the academic mission to internal and external audiences.
At Youngstown State University we are committed to a comprehensive employee benefit program that helps our employees live healthy, feel secure, and maintain a work/life balance. YSU offers two options for medical plans, optional dental and vision insurance and life insurance. These plans are reviewed annually to maintain competitiveness while being cost effective. In addition, YSU offers tuition remission, 403(b) and 457 retirement planning options, as well as state pension programs and optional voluntary life insurance benefits.
Medical Mutual of Ohio Medical plans
Dental Benefits
Vision Benefits
Group Life Insurance (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Group Long Term Disability (University Sponsored and Voluntary)
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Tuition remission
Employee Assistance Program
Wellness Initiatives
Sick Leave
Vacation Accrual
Paid Holidays
State Retirement Programs
403b and 457b Voluntary Retirement Options
01
Do you have a terminal degree with a successful record of college teaching experience, and other credentials appropriate for rank and tenure in an academic department?
- Yes
- No
02
Do you have significant prior academic administrative experience appropriate for a provost/Vice President for an Academic Affairs-level position?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have significant experience in budget management and strategic planning and the ability to communicate the academic mission to internal and external audiences?
- Yes
- No
04
What is the highest level of education that you have attained?
- Did not complete high school.
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent
- Some college
- Associate's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Master's degree
- Doctoral degree
- Post doctoral degree
- Juris doctor degree
05
Please describe your related experience.
Required Question
