Design Observer
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
Design Observer, Detroit, Michigan, United States, 48228
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
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Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
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College for Creative Studies .
About the College The College for Creative Studies (CCS) nurtures the creativity that is vital to the enrichment of modern culture. The College educates visual artists and designers, knowledgeable in varied fields, who will be leaders in creative professions that shape society and advance economic growth. The College fosters students’ resolve to pursue excellence, act ethically, embrace their responsibilities as citizens of diverse local and global communities, and learn throughout their lives. The College engages in community service by offering opportunities for artistic enrichment and opening career pathways to talented individuals of all ages.
Search Overview CCS seeks a collaborative and future-oriented leader in art and design to serve as its next Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The role offers the opportunity to elevate CCS’s national and international reputation, deepen regional industry partnerships within Detroit’s creative ecosystem, and position the college for sustainable growth while preserving its mission and creative identity.
Responsibilities
Report to the President and serve on the President’s leadership team.
Guide CCS’s academic vision and implement the strategic plan to expand access, evolve programs, and increase enrollment.
Serve as Chief Academic Officer, providing direction and evaluation for all academic activities, curricular matters, and faculty affairs.
Oversee Academic Affairs, Undergraduate and Graduate Studies, and Campus Life.
Ensure academic quality and compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Facilitate collaborative efforts to address strategic opportunities and deploy resources effectively to support institutional priorities.
Recruit, retain, and develop faculty; practice shared governance; align programmatic decisions with budget realities in partnership with the CFO.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative campus culture; advance student retention and success.
Engage externally to build partnerships, secure funding, and expand career pathways for students.
Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to creative practice and academic leadership.
Experience in program innovation, faculty development, financial stewardship, and community engagement.
Ability to balance big‑picture thinking with operational rigor.
Compensation and Location The anticipated compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience. The Provost is expected to have a regular presence on campus, ensuring visibility and accessibility with faculty, staff, and the local community. Periodic travel for conferences, events, and network building is expected.
Applications, Inquiries, and Nominations Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/college-creative-studies/provost
Contact Coordinators
Dan Rodas, Partner
Nella Young, Senior Associate
Seema Khan, Senior Search Coordinator
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Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs
role at
College for Creative Studies .
About the College The College for Creative Studies (CCS) nurtures the creativity that is vital to the enrichment of modern culture. The College educates visual artists and designers, knowledgeable in varied fields, who will be leaders in creative professions that shape society and advance economic growth. The College fosters students’ resolve to pursue excellence, act ethically, embrace their responsibilities as citizens of diverse local and global communities, and learn throughout their lives. The College engages in community service by offering opportunities for artistic enrichment and opening career pathways to talented individuals of all ages.
Search Overview CCS seeks a collaborative and future-oriented leader in art and design to serve as its next Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The role offers the opportunity to elevate CCS’s national and international reputation, deepen regional industry partnerships within Detroit’s creative ecosystem, and position the college for sustainable growth while preserving its mission and creative identity.
Responsibilities
Report to the President and serve on the President’s leadership team.
Guide CCS’s academic vision and implement the strategic plan to expand access, evolve programs, and increase enrollment.
Serve as Chief Academic Officer, providing direction and evaluation for all academic activities, curricular matters, and faculty affairs.
Oversee Academic Affairs, Undergraduate and Graduate Studies, and Campus Life.
Ensure academic quality and compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.
Facilitate collaborative efforts to address strategic opportunities and deploy resources effectively to support institutional priorities.
Recruit, retain, and develop faculty; practice shared governance; align programmatic decisions with budget realities in partnership with the CFO.
Foster an inclusive, collaborative campus culture; advance student retention and success.
Engage externally to build partnerships, secure funding, and expand career pathways for students.
Qualifications
Demonstrated commitment to creative practice and academic leadership.
Experience in program innovation, faculty development, financial stewardship, and community engagement.
Ability to balance big‑picture thinking with operational rigor.
Compensation and Location The anticipated compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with experience. The Provost is expected to have a regular presence on campus, ensuring visibility and accessibility with faculty, staff, and the local community. Periodic travel for conferences, events, and network building is expected.
Applications, Inquiries, and Nominations Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue until the completion of the search process. Inquiries, nominations, referrals, and CVs with cover letters should be sent via the Isaacson, Miller website: https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/college-creative-studies/provost
Contact Coordinators
Dan Rodas, Partner
Nella Young, Senior Associate
Seema Khan, Senior Search Coordinator
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