POSITION:Assistant Provost for Adult and Graduate Studies
DESCRIPTION:East Texas Baptist University invites applications for Assistant Provost for Adult and Graduate Students. The Assistant Provost for Adult and Graduate Students will provide administrative oversight and strategic leadership for Adult and Graduate programs and will direct a comprehensive plan designed to grow and enhance current programs and lead the process for evaluations for future programs. The position begins November 2024 or when filled.
QUALIFICATIONS:At least five years' experience in an academic setting as a faculty member or the member of an administrative staff.Candidates should have advanced-level experience in the following areas:
- Lead the Director of Graduate Admissions and Masters and Doctorate Program Directors to set goals for each Fall and Spring semester as well as develop and maintain a funnel report tracking all essential data points.
- Supervise the Director of Graduate Admissions, recruiters, and other staff in carrying out assigned responsibilities.
- Responsible for Adult Education recruitment, admitting, advising, and oversight.
- Develop and manage the marketing and advertising for Adult and Graduate programs for ETBU's main campus and other off-site locations including the development of online promotion and resources.
- Provide requested and up-to-date information to the provost and other university personnel, as needed.
- Establish and oversee a budget for the Adult and Graduate Studies division.
- Provide enrollment oversight for multiple graduate sites.
- Reports emerging trends and issues on Adult and Graduate Studies to the Provost.
- Coordinate master's and doctorate curriculum proposals and changes along with deans and program directors.
- Coordinate all graduate policies and catalog changes.
- Chair the Graduate Programs Committee.
- Serve on the Dean's Council.
- Perform other special projects as assigned by the provost.
CHRISTIAN COMMITMENT:The Employee must be a professing Christian believer with a demonstrated personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Employee must be a model of Christ-like character, servant leadership, integrity, ethics and biblical/moral truths. Employee must support ETBU's distinct Christ-centered educational mission and share the institutional commitment to the integration of biblical faith and academic learning. Employee shall possess a commitment to Christ-centered, faith-integrated service and devotion to students' intellectual enlightenment, spiritual formation, servant leadership development, and career preparation. Employee shall be cognizant and committed to the values, traditions, and history of Baptists. Employee agrees that he or she is an active member of a local Baptist church or Christian denominational church, and regularly attends church. Further, as a servant leader and role model for the students of ETBU, employee is required to participate in the life of the University via institutional meetings, Chapel services, prayer emphases, discipleship programming, committee participation, local community ministry/service, and campus activities and events. Employee provides active support of the spiritual, intellectual, and educational ideals, values, activities, and objectives of East Texas Baptist University; and conforms to Christian standards of faith and service.
EDUCATION:ETBU seeks a qualified individual with an earned master's degree, terminal degree preferred.
THE UNIVERSITY:East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message as well as the Resolution on Sexual Ethics (2009) and the Resolution on Transgender Issues (2015) as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.
APPLICATIONS:Complete the university application using the Apply button, and upload the following documents:1. Letter of Application2. Personal Testimony of Christian Faith3. Curriculum Vita4. Statement of Philosophy of Teaching which includes an articulation of a personal approach to the integration of biblical faith and learning through a Christian worldview5. Official transcripts from all schools attended (Academic Affairs, East Texas Baptist University, One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX 75670-1498 or to
[email protected])6. Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at least three professional references.For additional information contact:Dr. Thomas SandersProvost and Vice President for Academic
[email protected]:Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin as suitable applications are received.
