Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs

Job title:

Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs

Company

University of Maine System

Job description

Job Description:The University of Maine at Presque Isle (UMPI) is looking to hire an Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs.The Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs (AVPAA) is a key member of the academic leadership team responsible for fostering a culture of academic excellence, faculty development, and student success. This individual serves as a liaison between faculty and the administration, providing strategic leadership and support in areas of faculty hiring; professional development; teaching and learning; student success and retention; and academic policies and procedures.This position is on-campus and requires flexibility that includes evening and weekend commitments. The AVPAA will be expected to engage actively in the campus community and uphold the institution’s core values.Based on the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant, the salary range for this non-represented position is $95,000-$110,000 and will take into consideration the salary of current UMS employees for transfer/promotion, plus a 10% employer contribution to the UMS retirement plan. Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, and tuition waiver programs for employees and dependents. The UMS is a recipient of the Wellness Councils of America’s Well Workplace Award and offers wellness programs. Visit our to learn more.Key Responsibilities include (not limited to):

• Academic Leadership
• Faculty Leadership and Development
• Academic Affairs Administration
• Collaboration and Engagement

For detailed job requirements and required duties please .Required QualificationsEducation and Experience

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education, including teaching, scholarship, and leadership.
• Demonstrated success in faculty development, academic program management, and accreditation processes.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong leadership and decision-making abilities, with a commitment to shared governance.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize tasks, complete complex projects in a timely manner, ask questions, and communicate concerns proactively and respectfully.
• Knowledge of trends and challenges in higher education, including emerging pedagogies and technologies.

How to applyMaterials must be submitted via “Apply Now” below or visit the UMPI Careers Page at .You will be required to create an applicant profile and application and submit a cover letter and resume.Important items to know about the recruitment process:

• Review of applications will begin on April 18, 2025.
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of references.
• A background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate.
• The University is not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 1,300 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment.Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found atThe university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.Learn more about what Aroostook County has to offer .Clery Act- The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may . If you have any questions, contact Safety and Security 111 Campus Center 181 Main St., Presque Isle, ME 04769 Phone: (207) 768-9580Equal Opportunity Statement- The University of Maine System is an equal opportunity institution committed to nondiscrimination.About Us: About the University of Maine SystemThe University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance and the state of Maine.Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine’s diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine’s exemplary lifestyle on the .About the Team: For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 1,300 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment.Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found at .The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.Learn more about what Aroostook County has to offer .

Expected salary

$95000 – 110000 per year

Location

Presque Isle, ME

Job date

Sat, 22 Mar 2025 07:47:20 GMT

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