Vice Provost for Academic Affairs (4953)

Position Summary

The VPAA has broad responsibility for overseeing the undergraduate academic mission, including the undergraduate curriculum and strategic coordination with units that serve undergraduate students on campus. This position oversees academic functions related to the retention, academic progression, and graduation of NIU’s diverse undergraduate student body.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the development of innovative curricula, new degree programs and alternative credentials that serve the needs of students with prior credit and prior learning, including transfer students and adult learners ensuring the University responsiveness to changing student needs and demographics;
• Provide data-informed strategic guidance for initiatives focused on student retention, academic progression, and graduation with an intentional focus on equity gaps;
• Provide leadership for the McKinley “Deacon” Davis CHANCE program. The guiding mission of the McKinley “Deacon” Davis CHANCE Program is to facilitate campus-wide support and provide personalized financial, academic, social, and organizational guidance to students selected through NIU’s holistic admissions process to enroll in the program;
• Create a unified leadership team that fosters collaboration to provide seamless student-centric services focused on student success, engagement and belonging;
• Co-chair the Strategic Enrollment Management ( SEM ) committee and serve as an innovative and strategic leader of the SEM team;
• Ensure that the processes, policies, and systems for course offerings, catalogue changes, and course registration support timely student graduation;
• Build and maintain strong collaborative relationships with senior institutional leadership, direct reports, and key colleagues (associate deans, program directors, student affairs professionals, and others);
• Develop, maintain and ensure stable and productive relationships with community college partners; expand the extent and breadth of such partnerships;
• Serve as co-chair of the Baccalaureate Council (BC) and the General Education Committee ( GEC ) and as the administrative officer of all the standing committees that report to both the BC and GEC ;
• Manage student grievances, academic exceptions, withdrawals and appeals for the Office of the EVPP ;
• Strengthen connections to faculty and academic programs by increasing faculty engagement in student success initiatives including student retention, and course success;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) (Civil Service)

Specialty Factors (Civil Service)

N/A

Preferred Qualifications (Civil Service)

N/A

Minimum Required Qualifications (SPS)

• A terminal degree and an academic record that would merit tenure in a department at NIU .
• At least five years administrative experience in higher education.

Additional Requirements (SPS)

• Demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications (SPS)

• Management experience with one or more units reporting to the VPAA or with units that are similar;
• A demonstrated understanding of research-based approaches to student success; knowledge of trends in enrollment, student retention, curricular innovation, and other related activities;
• Commitment to developing and supporting initiatives and programs that address equity gaps in academic attainment;
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently;
• An understanding of and commitment to shared governance;
• A proven record of success in setting priorities, allocating resources, and achieving specific goals.

Physical demands/requirements

N/A

Appointment and Compensation Details

Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date

07/01/2023

Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year

1.00

Standard Hours Per Week

37.50

Salary

Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience. Offers robust comprehensive insurance coverage and benefits

Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range

N/A

Earn Type

Salary

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

Application Procedure

For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/69707 to apply and upload the following materials by March 15, 2023:

• Cover letter which should include personal philosophy and experience
• Resume/CV
• List of three professional references

Applications received after March 15 are welcomed, but will be considered as needed.

Special Instructions

Quick Link to Applicant

https://employment.niu.edu/postings/69707

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

EEO Statement Summary

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

ADA Accommodation

NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person’s disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form . For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity ( AAEO ) at ada@niu.edu .

Safety Information

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Read the Annual Safety and Security Report. Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-1649 for a hard copy.

Read the Fire Safety Report . Contact the Department of Environmental Health and Safety at 815-753-0404 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
2. Cover Letter
3. List of at least 3 References

Optional Documents

1. Military Discharge Documents ONLY (DD214/DD215/NGB22/DD256)
2. Other

Supplemental Questions

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