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Ivy Tech Community College

Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs

Ivy Tech Community College, Indianapolis, Indiana, us, 46262

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Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs Ivy Tech Community College invites nominations and applications for the position of Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs—a transformative leadership opportunity for a bold, visionary, and collaborative executive who will help shape the future of the largest singly accredited statewide community college system in the United States, serving over 200,000 students across 19 campuses.

The position is based in Indianapolis.

As the College’s chief academic officer, the Provost will lead and shape Ivy Tech’s educational strategy to ensure academic excellence, innovation, and workforce relevance. This includes advancing initiatives that blur the lines between K–12 and higher education, expanding credit-for-prior-learning opportunities, and aligning academic programs with Indiana’s workforce and economic development needs.

In close partnership with the Senior Vice President of Workforce and Careers, the Provost will co-lead efforts to integrate labor market data, employer input, and work-based learning into academic planning, while expanding credentialing pathways such as industry certifications, micro credentials, and apprenticeships.

Overseeing academic programs, student affairs, online learning, enrollment, and educational technology, the Provost will drive student success, faculty excellence, and institutional performance in a rapidly evolving higher education landscape.

As a key member of the President’s Cabinet, the Provost will collaborate with state and institutional leaders on strategic initiatives, budget planning, and statewide workforce alignment, serving as Ivy Tech’s principal academic liaison to the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, transfer institutions, and accreditation bodies.

Qualities And Qualifications

Earned doctorate in a related field (preferred) and substantial experience in postsecondary educational administration and teaching.

Serves as a key leader in institutional planning and decision-making, with an emphasis on innovation, academic strategy, student success, resource alignment, and organizational leadership.

Knowledge and understanding of shared governance in higher education and understanding of the dual role as both a champion of academics and a key member of the university’s senior leadership team.

Deep knowledge of career and academic pathways with a focus on workforce alignment and student success.

Commitment to creating a learning environment where all students and employees are valued and respected.

A proven ability to attract, mentor, and empower talented faculty, staff, administrators, and students to perform at their highest potential.

Strong emotional intelligence, adaptability, and professional presence to navigate a dynamic and evolving institution.

A collaborative and transparent leadership style, coupled with the courage to make principled decisions grounded in integrity and institutional values.

Excellent interpersonal, communication, and listening skills, with the ability to engage a wide range of constituencies effectively.

A deeply student-centered approach to academic leadership, prioritizing learning, belonging, and outcomes.

Willingness and ability to travel regularly to campuses across Indiana and out of state as needed for professional engagement.

This is a transformative leadership opportunity for a bold and collaborative executive who will help shape the future of Ivy Tech Community College and advance its mission as Indiana’s most powerful engine for workforce transformation, career advancement, and educational access.

The Provost Directly Supervises The Following Positions

Vice Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs

Vice President for Student Success & Retention Strategy

Vice President for Academic Systems & Completion Strategy

Vice President of K–14

Admissions and Advising System Architect

Vice President for Recruitment & Enrollment Management

Administrative Assistant to the Provost

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.

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