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Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs
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Position Number: 5774723
Location: St Paul, MN
Position Type: Academic Vice Presidents and Provosts

Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs

Division: Academic Affairs
Department/Office: Provost

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St. Catherine University (St. Kate's) invites nominations and applications for the position of Senior Vice President and Provost (Provost).

Located in St. Paul, Minnesota, St. Kate's is one of the largest private women's universities and among the most comprehensive Catholic universities in the U.S. The university is home to more than 3,500 students and offers access to 100 academic programs in associate's, bachelor's, master's, doctorate, and certificate programs. St. Kate's has 236 full-time faculty, 171 part-time faculty, and 363 staff members. The new Provost will assume office as soon as possible.St. Kate's seeks a proven academic leader for the position of Provost. The Provost will serve as the chief academic officer who is administratively responsible for academic affairs and who serves as a key member of the University Leadership Team led by the newly appointed president, Dr. Marcheta Evans.The Provost has the primary responsibility for enhancing the quality of and advocating for academic programs through the promotion of inclusive excellence and innovation in teaching and scholarship. Additionally, the Provost leads the Provost's Council and works closely with the academic deans and senior academic affairs administrators to shape an environment of enhanced collaboration among schools and colleges, and to cultivate consistent university-wide policies including curriculum development, tenure, and promotion. The other direct reports to the Provost are the heads of Institutional Research, Planning, and Accreditation; Global Studies; the Center for Women; the Registrar; and the Endowed Chairs for Mission (Women's Education, Catholic Identity, and Liberal Arts).

Employees at St. Kate's feel a deep connection to the University's Mission and Vision, and they live their values at work. Benefits available to full-time employees are posted HERE.

Minimum Qualifications:

A doctoral degree and the academic credentials suitable for an appointment at the level of full professor.
Understanding of professional training and development activities for faculty, best pedagogical practices, and cutting-edge instructional technologies.
Demonstrates capability as the leader of a university structure that values its faculty and follows best practices in recruiting and retaining faculty, supporting faculty development, and maintaining clear and appropriate standards for tenure and promotion.
Builds on a record of success as a dynamic and creative administrator at the dean level or above.
Supports and helps define the total student experience by partnering with student affairs professionals.
Excellent steward of institutional resources who can lead university through difficult financial constraints, develop new resources, enhance organizational capacity, and create growth and opportunity.
Experience and success leading through difficult or challenging situations.
Has a collaborative leadership style and the ability to work closely and collegially with faculty and administrative colleagues.
Possesses a deep commitment to a shared governance decision-making model.
Strong proponent of all three components of the tripartite mission; Catholic, Women's Education, and Liberal Arts.

Preferred Qualifications:
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university's commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220650-STAFF
Posting Start Date: 11/01/2024
Application Deadline: 1/31/2025

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/9367

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.