Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs - The California State University : Job Details

Job no: 544479Work type: Management (MPP)Location: FullertonCategories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)

Job Title: Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

Classification: Administrator IV

AutoReqId: 544479

Department: Provost/VPAA Operations

Division: Academic Affairs

Salary Range: (Hiring range depending on qualifications, not anticipated to exceed $26,300 - $30,896 per month)

Appointment Type: At Will

Time Base: Full-Time

Work Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; Occasional early morning, evening and/or weekend hours.

Job Summary: California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) is seeking a passionate advocate for faculty and student success to serve as our next Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs (VPAA) provides leadership, strategic vision, and oversight to all current and future academic programs. Supports the successful implementation of the University's strategic plan and the formulation and articulation of clear goals for the University's academic officers with respect to University priorities. Serves as an integral member of the President's executive leadership team that provides proactive, data-informed strategic guidance to the President in support of the mission, vision, goals, and priorities of the university, demonstrating openness to innovation and experimentation.

Essential Qualifications: An earned doctorate and/or terminal professional degree from an accredited institution of higher education. A strong and established record of academic accomplishment acceptable for tenure as a full professor in a discipline offered at the University. Minimum of five years of academic administrative experience, and at least three years leading an academic unit. Demonstrated substantive budget management experience in a multifaceted financial environment with a focus on clear and transparent processes that align strategic, academic, and operational planning and resource allocation functions, inclusive of cost containment strategies.

Preferred Qualifications: Progressive record of extensive and successful administrative experience, including experience at a large comprehensive university at the level of dean, associate provost, provost, or a similar position. Demonstrated capacity for mentoring of deans, associate vice presidents, and other academic personnel.

Additional Information: California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment where students, staff, administrators, and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University's strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply.