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Title: Associate Provost
Employee Classification: Associate Provost
Division Name: Academic Affairs
College/Unit: Provost Departments
Department: Vice President & Provost
Campus Location: Normal, IL

Job Summary

The Associate Provost, reporting directly to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, will serve as a trusted advisor and key collaborator, taking responsibility for critical academic and administrative functions to ensure the successful implementation of institutional priorities. This position will provide leadership in advancing institutional effectiveness through assessment, accreditation, data-informed decision-making, and strategic planning. The Associate Provost will operationalize a commitment to continuous improvement within Academic Affairs while championing efforts to foster inclusive systems of support and strengthen leadership capacity across the division. The Associate Provost also has supervisory responsibilities for the Assistant Vice President for Academic Planning and the operations and personnel of academic centers/units that report directly to the Office of the Provost.

Salary Rate / Pay Rate

$200,000 - $230,000

Additional Information

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: University Benefits

Required Qualifications

1. A terminal degree from an accredited institution in a discipline related to the University’s curricula

2. A record of outstanding scholarship and teaching, meriting tenure within a department or school at Illinois State University

3. A record of full-time administrative leadership experience in dynamic academic organizations, including supervision of personnel, with a record of accomplishments in roles such as dean, associate dean, department chair, or school director

4. A record of aligning fiscal resources with strategic priorities and demonstrated innovative fiscal management accomplishments in prior administrative roles

Additional Qualifications

1. Experience in developing and implementing strategic initiatives and leading continuous improvement efforts, especially in times of organizational change

2. Expertise in institutional effectiveness, including accreditation, assessment, academic program review, or strategic planning

3. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to represent the Provost effectively and build relationships across stakeholder groups

4. Experience managing sensitive situations, maintaining confidentiality, and addressing emergent challenges

5. Demonstrated commitment to shared governance, transparency, and fostering an inclusive and collegial environment

6. Demonstrated commitment to advancing Illinois State University’s core values of Teaching, Learning and Scholarship; Equity, Diversity, Access and Belonging; Respect; Collaboration; Individualized Attention; Community and Civic Engagement; and Integrity

Work Hours

A fast-paced, productive office environment where work demands may extend beyond traditional hours of operation.

Functional Expectations

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

Proposed Starting Date

07/01/2025

Required Documents/Instructions for Applicants

Inquiries, nominations, and applications are invited. Initial review of applications will begin on March 3, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae, a cover letter that discusses how their experiences align with the opportunities and expectations for leadership to address a university-wide perspective, a leadership/administrative philosophy statement (limit to two pages), and the name and contact information for three references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval from candidates.

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Please see more information about this position here: Office of the Provost - Current Opportunities

Contact Information for Applicants

Cindy Lotz
Director of Academic Employment & Executive Search Services
cllotz@ilstu.edu

Important Information for Applicants

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.