Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs

Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs – North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Join a historically Black university in Durham, North Carolina, dedicated to academic excellence and community impact.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

• You must complete and submit an electronic application; resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application.
• Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD‑214 or National Guard Preference must attach an NG‑23A form along with a Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty.
• Final candidates are subject to criminal background checks and education/license verification prior to employment.
• North Carolina Central University participates in E‑Verify.

Employee Benefits (permanent employees)

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave
• Community Service Leave
• NC State – Health Benefits
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance, and more
• 11‑12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401(k), 403(b), 457(b) and 457
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount and more.

Posting Details

• Posting Number: EPA03441P
• Open Date: 11/26/2025
• Close Date: Open Until Filled
• Position Available: Special Instructions to Applicants (see Pre‑Employment Requirements)

Qualifications

• Doctorate degree in a relevant field qualifying for tenure at the Associate/Professor rank.
• Minimum 7‑10 years of progressive leadership experience in higher education at department chair level or higher.
• Demonstrated ability to lead institutional change and improve faculty excellence and student success.
• Proven track record in academic and faculty affairs.
• Strong skills in faculty development, team leadership, data analysis, and cross‑campus collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate audit responses and recommendations with Internal Audit; represent the Provost on standing committees.
• Lead academic units temporarily as needed.
• Manage post‑tenure review processes; guide faculty through reappointment, promotion, and tenure.
• Ensure compliance with faculty evaluation and all processes related to faculty academic personnel actions.
• Oversee workflows and timelines for candidate reviews at departmental, college, and university levels; manage the digital platform Faculty Success.
• Facilitate development opportunities for faculty, including recognition awards, scholarships, teaching enhancement activities, and professional development programs.
• Lead the Office for Faculty Professional Development; develop orientation and robust development programs for faculty, department chairs, and deans.
• Collaborate with Human Resources, Academic Resources Management Office, and Faculty Senate to respond to faculty needs.
• Direct the Phased Retirement Program (PRP) and coordinate with the HR benefits office.
• Partner with the Office of Institutional Research and Analysis on faculty surveys.
• Provide faculty governance support: draft, vet, and maintain institutional policies related to faculty; advise the Provost and Faculty Senate committees.
• Manage postdoctoral affairs: coordinate programs, resources, and policies; liaise between postdoctoral appointees, faculty, administrators, and staff.

Applicant Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts required of selected candidate)
• List of References
• Optional: DD‑214 (Veterans), Letter of Recommendation 1, Letter of Recommendation 2, NGB23A or NGB22/DD256 (National Guard)

Employment Information

• Seniority Level: Executive
• Employment Type: Full‑time
• Job Function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education

North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity employer. The University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.

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