Job description
Position Information
Posting Number
202229
Classification Title
Position Title
Assistant or Associate Provost for Academic Affairs #441995
FTE
1.00
FLSA
Salary
Commensurate
Job Summary/Basic Function
About Lamar University:
Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
About This Role:
Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Assistant or Associate Provost for Academic Administration (APAA) is a senior position responsible for coordinating and advancing the work of the Provost and the University. This position serves as an aide and advisor to the Provost, representing the Provost to internal and external constituents, and leading/managing projects as directed. This position collaborates with cabinet members, deans, chairs and directors and faculty leaders to pursue and support the University’s priorities and objectives.
Work Location: Beaumont, TX
Position Responsibilities
Academic Administration
- Manages the strategic agenda for the Provost by undertaking a broad set of responsibilities related to the duties of the area. Prioritizes, tracks projects, monitors status and ensures implementation of the Provost’s directives and initiatives as well as the University’s directives and initiatives that fall under the purview of the Provost.
- Assists with implementation and monitoring progress regarding assigned aspects of the University’s strategic plan. Provides oversight and management of initiatives, including planning, determining processes, communications, organization, and implementation. Helps monitor progress and assists with plan directives and compliance on behalf of the Provost, Vice Provost, and the Provost’s leadership team.
- Develops and manages academic affairs policy statements and university-wide policy statement webpage.
- Serves on Provost’s leadership team and facilitates collaboration among the members.
- Researches and advises the Provost and Vice Provost on policy and strategy decisions that impact students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders.
- Represents the Provost and the Division by participating in/leading ad hoc committees, task forces, and strategic implementation teams as assigned.
Communications
- Manages communications directed to the Provost and Provost’s Office. Partners with the Office of the President and others on communications on behalf of the Provost.
- Facilitates effective communication with those who contact the Provost and Provost’s Office. Responds to inquiries and concerns with sensitivity and diplomacy. Works with internal partners on resolutions to better serve students and other constituencies. Interfaces with external higher education agencies and organizations, representing the Provost.
Operations
- Works with the Provost and Vice Provost to lead the operations of the area including assisting with the management of the Division’s strategic priorities and operations such as high-level internal and external projects, budget, and functional direction.
- Ensures that the Provost’s Office maintains a high-level operational calendar to ensure major milestones are met and operations align with University-wide policies and practices. Works on special projects and initiatives and completes other duties as assigned by the Provost and Vice Provost.
Employee
Benefits at Lamar:
At Lamar University one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:
- Health, dental & vision insurance
- Life insurance
- State of Texas Retirement plans
- Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent
- Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree required. Degree must be conferred at the time of application
- Three to five years experience in education administration or project management.
- One to two years of supervisory experience.
Key Competencies
- Broad and detailed knowledge of higher education and project management principles
- Ability to foster and maintain positive relationships with University and external constituents
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously within shifting priorities
- Ability to meet timely and critical deadlines
- Ability to view problems and solutions from multiple perspectives, e.g., student, faculty, administrators
- Ability to synthesize large bodies of data and information, draw conclusions, and write concise reports for basic and expert audiences
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Experience in the development of presentations, reports, and memoranda
- Project management skills, using project management/tracking software such as Smartsheets
Physical Requirements
- Able to lift 10 pounds
- Able to function at a desk and with a computer and using a telephone.
Job Conditions
- The position may require occasional evenings and/or weekends to meet university and departmental needs.
- Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment.
Preferred Qualifications (Education & Experience)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Terminal degree preferred. Degree must be conferred at the time of application.
- Five to seven years experience in education administration or project management.
- Three or more years of supervisory experience.
- Experience with strategic plan assessment and evaluation.
Certification Required
Key Competencies
Physical Requirements
Work Hours
Job Conditions
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Lamar Expectation of Quality
Employee will support the mission of Lamar by providing high quality, professional services, timely responses and solutions to customer requests.
Essential Functions
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
02/03/2023
Close Date
05/22/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Deadline to Apply
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by May 22, 2023.
The search committee will review applications until the position is filled; however, for best consideration, applications should be provided by May 22, 2023.
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.lamar.edu/postings/12159
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