Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs and Development

4 weeks ago

Hamden, United States Quinnipiac University Full time
Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs and Development

Job Number: 495784
Type: Full-time
Campus: Mount Carmel - Hamden, CT
Categories: Staff

Overview:
Quinnipiac University invites applications for the position of Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs and Development, which entails a commitment to supporting, organizing, and enhancing faculty-related functions and activities. The Associate Provost will offer strategic leadership, guidance and support to faculty and senior administrators on matters that impact faculty roles and responsibilities. As the primary liaison to the provost regarding faculty matters, the associate provost will champion excellence, diversity, well-being, and professional integrity of the faculty. This role involves leadership for a wide range of activities vital for faculty success, including but not limited to: processes and initiatives for faculty hiring; orientation; retention; reappointment, tenure and promotion; awards; leaves; and professional development. The Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs and Development will oversee the Office of Faculty Affairs (OFA) a collaborative unit promoting interdisciplinary learning, engagement, and scholarship. OFA's shared mission is to Empower, Elevate, and Expand Faculty Excellence.

About Quinnipiac:Quinnipiac is a private, coeducational, nonsectarian institution located 90 minutes north of New York City and two hours from Boston. The university enrolls 7,000 full-time undergraduate and 3,000 graduate and part-time students in 100 degree programs through its Schools of Business, Communications, Education, Engineering, Health Sciences, Law, Medicine, Nursing and College of Arts and Sciences. Quinnipiac consistently ranks among the top regional universities in the North in U.S. News & World Report's America's Best Colleges issue. Quinnipiac also is recognized in Princeton Review's The Best 380 Colleges. Quinnipiac has been named a Great College to Work For as determined by a comprehensive industry survey. For more information, please visit www.qu.edu. An education at Quinnipiac embodies the University's commitment to preparing graduates for 21st century careers and citizenship, creating an inclusive, excellence-driven community, nurturing and positively impacting internal, local and global communities and fostering lifelong connections and success. The University believes in educating a diverse student body to become valued and contributing members of their communities through vital and purposeful educational programs. Students engage with real-world issues through practice and considering different perspectives. The University's innovative curriculum further prepares undergraduate and graduate students to understand their roles and responsibilities as members of the Quinnipiac community as well as the larger national and global communities.

Responsibilities:
•Serves as a key member of the Academic Affairs senior leadership team with responsibility for key strategic initiatives in the Provost's Office
•Oversees the Office of Faculty Affairs as a cross-teams unit advancing interdisciplinary learning, engagement, and scholarship
•Provides leadership and strategic vision in support of faculty recruitment, retention, and advancement
•Oversees the onboarding of new faculty members via the New Faculty Academy and related efforts
•Work with the provost and vice president for inclusive excellence to advance the university's goals of building an inclusive excellence driven campus for faculty and academic affairs staff, especially those from under-represented groups.
•Stewards' investments in faculty scholarship and professional development
•Works closely with faculty fellow to support faculty candidates and review committees to manage the faculty reappointment, promotion and tenure (RPT) processes
•Support daily operations related to faculty affairs, including serving as a point person for provost office communications to the faculty
•Coordinates institution-wide faculty development efforts that ensure a consistent, thoughtful, and accessible suite of resources available to faculty at all stages in their career. Collaborate with various stakeholders such as department chairs, schools, Human Resources, and others to implement professional development programs.
•Collaborates with Human Resources and school-based leadership to address concerns related to faculty conflict, grievances, performance improvement, and behavior in compliance with university policy, applicable laws, and regulations
•Oversees key aspects of Academic Affairs approvals such as chair appointments, emeriti requests, and faculty leaves
•Develops and implement training programs for department chairs, program directors, and other academic leaders
•Represents the provost at the Faculty Senate Policies Committee (SPC) and other venues as needed
•Serves as chair of the Sabbatical Committee and manages the sabbatical leave process
•Acts as an impartial intermediary for faculty on professional matters
•Serves as point of contact/liaison for the Faculty Appeals and Faculty Grievance Committees
•Works with Faculty Senate and the Senate Policies Committee to assure consistent interpretation and application of Faculty Handbook, and participate in conversations regarding recommended changes.
•Collects, organizes, and analyzes faculty data needed to support internal decision-making
•Performs tasks and duties as assigned by the Provost

Qualifications:

  • Earned doctorate or other terminal degree
  • At least 3 years of administrative experience in higher education and faculty experience (commensurate with tenure and promotion at the rank of associate professor or professor)
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and efficiency
  • Demonstrated commitment to shared governance
  • Demonstrated commitment to faculty development and diversity
  • Established scholarly record
  • Exceptional ability to work independently and with a team
  • Experience building and managing complex and effective teams
  • Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Flawless attention to detail, follow-up and process management
  • Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with faculty and academic staff
  • Personal attributes that include adaptability, flexibility, perseverance, and positive outlook
  • Flawless attention to detail, follow-up and process management


Appointment:
  • Initial appointment is for a three-year term with the potential for reappointment


Special Instructions to Applicants:

TO APPLY:

Applications must be submitted electronically and include a resume, cover letter addressing how your experience supports the requirements of this position and Quinnipiac's commitment to diversity and inclusion, and contact information for three references on the application form.

Review of applications will begin on May 1, and will be accepted until the position is filled.

Quinnipiac University has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of diversity and inclusion throughout the University community and welcomes candidates who enhance that diversity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for full-time faculty and staff which includes tuition remission and a culture that is inclusive and driven by excellence.

Quinnipiac University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Advertised: April 16, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time
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