Posted: Nov 1, 2024

Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Application Deadline: N/A

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 https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fcatcher.sandiego.edu%2Fitems%2Fusd%2Finsight-rev-2014.pdf 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 https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fchangemaker%2F and an earnest confrontation of https://sandiego-dot-yamm-track.appspot.com/Redirect?ukey=103neS9y275bBlWT_QB28CH7DGgjaxx_6dcdrVI0_0zI-367789587&key=YAMMID-84412560&link=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.sandiego.edu%2Fenvisioning-2024%2F.

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 https://www.agbsearch.com/searches/provost-vice-president-for-academic-affairs-university-of-san-diego .

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. http://www.sandiego.edu/hr/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: https://www.searchbriefing.com/slindex.aspx?client=2630e178-cb9b-43a0-978a-a965e95e834c&survey=6587515b-1825-44ea-9b52-fa7c1b43a9ca&search=72806aa4-9c3c-4bec-81ef-45e509199858.

Please direct nominations and expressions of interest or any questions regarding the

application process to: [email protected].

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 https://www.sandiego.edu/smoke-free/

Advertised: October 22, 2024

Applications close: December 06, 2024

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