Tennessee Tech University - College of Business
Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs
Tennessee Tech University - College of Business, Cookeville, Tennessee, us, 38502
Provost / Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Position Information Position Number 606010 | Working Title Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs | Job Title Provost | Job Type Full‑Time | Department Office of the Provost
Job Purpose: Assists the President in accomplishing goals of the University’s central academic division.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions
Effectively articulate and implement an academic vision and provide leadership to develop and execute strategic plans to carry out the vision and mission of the University.
Work collaboratively with the President, senior administration of the University, and the Tennessee Tech University Board of Trustees.
Provide leadership for all academic activities and functions of the University.
Represent the interests and concerns of academic affairs to the President and senior leadership.
Provide leadership to recruit, select, retain, and mentor a strong academic leadership team and faculty.
Provide leadership to the deans to achieve the goals of each college or school, specifically to assess, monitor, and recommend changes in the curriculum and academic requirements.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel who report directly to the Provost.
Build the annual academic affairs budget, assist in college and program budgets, ensure fiscal accountability, and monitor the instructional component of the University’s operating budget.
Promote academic excellence.
Provide leadership to ensure that the University remains in compliance with all accreditation standards.
Work collaboratively with the Vice President for Enrollment & Communication on enrollment initiatives to include undergraduate, graduate, adult, and international students.
Enthusiastically promote student success and retention.
Actively promote a robust scholarship/research agenda.
Represent Tennessee Tech in regional/national discussions on the future of higher education and the ongoing challenges facing the University as higher education evolves.
Work collaboratively to strengthen and enhance Tennessee Tech’s leadership and service throughout the Upper Cumberland Region.
Develop, nurture, and build cooperative, collegial working relationships with a broad range of university and higher education constituencies, including international programs.
Work collaboratively with the President, Vice President for University Advancement, and Tennessee Tech Foundation in setting a philanthropic tone throughout the campus.
Work collaboratively to upgrade classrooms, laboratories and offices, including the construction of new buildings.
Ensure adherence with policies and procedures to ensure high academic standards.
Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate from an accredited college or university.
A proven track record in teaching, research, and service that supports appointment as a full professor in one of the colleges or schools.
Demonstrated progressive leadership responsibilities at senior levels of higher education administration.
Demonstrated commitment to shared governance.
Ability to inspire trust and confidence through the demonstration of integrity and trustworthy behavior.
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge
Experience in student success, distance education/online learning, and development and implementation of new programs within an environment of shared governance.
Knowledge of aligning academic priorities with resource development activities.
Understanding of current higher education issues, trends, and future directions.
Experience with promotion, tenure, and promoting faculty development.
Record of working with accrediting agencies.
Skills
Demonstrated executive leadership skills including long‑term visionary leadership and strategic thinking.
Successful experience in developing and executing academic strategies.
Commitment to assessment of strategic applications of technology in higher education.
Experience in delegation of appropriate responsibilities and accountability for decisions and actions.
Strong record of budgeting, fiduciary accountability, transparency and acumen necessary to facilitate the allocation of resources with strategic goals.
Abilities
Expertise in fostering partnerships between a university and the region it serves.
Demonstrated experience using collaboration and consensus building in making strategic decisions.
Demonstrated innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and education.
Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely manner to promote university performance.
Others
At least ten years of academic leadership experience.
Work Hours Typical hours are Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Additional hours if/when needed.
Compensation And Benefits Salary: Commensurate with education and experience; Pay Grade 22.
Benefits Information: The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401(k), and educational benefits.
Posting Details Posting Date 11/24/2025 | Screening Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants The position will remain open until filled; however, for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: https://csasearch.consulting/?opportunity=provost-and-vice-president-for-academic-affairs-tennessee-tech. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: TTU.Provost@csasearch.consulting.
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts
Optional Documents
Transcripts 2
Other Documents
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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Job Location Cookeville, TN
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Position Information Position Number 606010 | Working Title Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs | Job Title Provost | Job Type Full‑Time | Department Office of the Provost
Job Purpose: Assists the President in accomplishing goals of the University’s central academic division.
Tennessee Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
Essential Functions
Effectively articulate and implement an academic vision and provide leadership to develop and execute strategic plans to carry out the vision and mission of the University.
Work collaboratively with the President, senior administration of the University, and the Tennessee Tech University Board of Trustees.
Provide leadership for all academic activities and functions of the University.
Represent the interests and concerns of academic affairs to the President and senior leadership.
Provide leadership to recruit, select, retain, and mentor a strong academic leadership team and faculty.
Provide leadership to the deans to achieve the goals of each college or school, specifically to assess, monitor, and recommend changes in the curriculum and academic requirements.
Supervise and evaluate the performance of personnel who report directly to the Provost.
Build the annual academic affairs budget, assist in college and program budgets, ensure fiscal accountability, and monitor the instructional component of the University’s operating budget.
Promote academic excellence.
Provide leadership to ensure that the University remains in compliance with all accreditation standards.
Work collaboratively with the Vice President for Enrollment & Communication on enrollment initiatives to include undergraduate, graduate, adult, and international students.
Enthusiastically promote student success and retention.
Actively promote a robust scholarship/research agenda.
Represent Tennessee Tech in regional/national discussions on the future of higher education and the ongoing challenges facing the University as higher education evolves.
Work collaboratively to strengthen and enhance Tennessee Tech’s leadership and service throughout the Upper Cumberland Region.
Develop, nurture, and build cooperative, collegial working relationships with a broad range of university and higher education constituencies, including international programs.
Work collaboratively with the President, Vice President for University Advancement, and Tennessee Tech Foundation in setting a philanthropic tone throughout the campus.
Work collaboratively to upgrade classrooms, laboratories and offices, including the construction of new buildings.
Ensure adherence with policies and procedures to ensure high academic standards.
Minimum Qualifications
An earned doctorate from an accredited college or university.
A proven track record in teaching, research, and service that supports appointment as a full professor in one of the colleges or schools.
Demonstrated progressive leadership responsibilities at senior levels of higher education administration.
Demonstrated commitment to shared governance.
Ability to inspire trust and confidence through the demonstration of integrity and trustworthy behavior.
Preferred Qualifications Knowledge
Experience in student success, distance education/online learning, and development and implementation of new programs within an environment of shared governance.
Knowledge of aligning academic priorities with resource development activities.
Understanding of current higher education issues, trends, and future directions.
Experience with promotion, tenure, and promoting faculty development.
Record of working with accrediting agencies.
Skills
Demonstrated executive leadership skills including long‑term visionary leadership and strategic thinking.
Successful experience in developing and executing academic strategies.
Commitment to assessment of strategic applications of technology in higher education.
Experience in delegation of appropriate responsibilities and accountability for decisions and actions.
Strong record of budgeting, fiduciary accountability, transparency and acumen necessary to facilitate the allocation of resources with strategic goals.
Abilities
Expertise in fostering partnerships between a university and the region it serves.
Demonstrated experience using collaboration and consensus building in making strategic decisions.
Demonstrated innovative and entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to interdisciplinary research and education.
Ability to make difficult decisions in a timely manner to promote university performance.
Others
At least ten years of academic leadership experience.
Work Hours Typical hours are Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Additional hours if/when needed.
Compensation And Benefits Salary: Commensurate with education and experience; Pay Grade 22.
Benefits Information: The University offers a competitive benefits package. Benefits include the accumulation of two vacation days per month and one sick leave day per month, and thirteen University holidays. Other benefits include medical and life insurance (shared cost with the university), retirement, optional 401(k), and educational benefits.
Posting Details Posting Date 11/24/2025 | Screening Date Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants The position will remain open until filled; however, for best consideration, applicants are encouraged to submit a letter of application and resume electronically via: https://csasearch.consulting/?opportunity=provost-and-vice-president-for-academic-affairs-tennessee-tech. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Nominations for the position and questions concerning the job requirements or hiring process should be directed to: TTU.Provost@csasearch.consulting.
Applicant Documents Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume
Transcripts
Optional Documents
Transcripts 2
Other Documents
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Tennessee Tech University - College of Business by 2x.
Job Location Cookeville, TN
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