Associate Provost & Associate Vice President for Strategic Academic Initiatives & Dean of Faculty

Job Description

Tarleton State University, a distinguished Doctoral National Comprehensive University, invites applications for the position of Associate Provost & Associate Vice President for Strategic Academic Initiatives & Dean of Faculty in the Division of Academic Affairs. As part of a vibrant academic community dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service, this role offers the opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a university that values innovation, collaboration, and inclusive growth. Join us in advancing knowledge and transforming lives—on campus and beyond.

Tarleton State University continues to grow its impact across Texas, with four distinct campuses located in Stephenville, Fort Worth, RELLIS-Bryan and Waco, along with a robust online community that extends our reach even further. At the heart of it all is Stephenville, where Tarleton State offers a dynamic environment for faculty and staff. From a lively live music scene and numerous local festivals to rich traditions rooted in the surrounding community, Stephenville provides a vibrant and welcoming atmosphere. No matter where you're located—on campus or online—you are part of a mission that transforms lives and makes a difference across the state of Texas and beyond.

Important Immigration Information

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Tarleton State University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Tarleton State University subject to this fee. In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

Responsibilities

• Works with deans to develop and implement strategic academic program plans.
• Facilitates tenure, promotion, and post-tenure review processes.
• Standardizes faculty processes to align with TAMUS rules and policies.
• Leads various large-scale university-level academic strategic initiatives.
• Oversight of academic space planning, allocation, and resource needs by site.

Reports Directly To

The Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Campus Security Authority (CSA)

Serves as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).

Work Hours

Monday–Friday; 8 AM–5 PM or as work requirements indicate.

Strategic Academic Initiatives Leadership

• Leads various large-scale university-level academic strategic initiatives.
• Collaborates with academic leadership on the strategic expansion and enhancement of programs across all instructional sites.

Faculty Affairs

• Facilitates tenure, promotion, and post-tenure review processes.
• Standardizes faculty processes to align with TAMUS rules and policies.
• Oversees faculty communications and compliance with System requirements.

Faculty Grievances and Conflict Resolution

• Serves as the division's primary point of contact for conflict resolution as delegated by the Provost.
• Serves as primary liaison with HR.
• Maintains confidential records and documentation related to grievance processes.

Division Support

• Serves in the delegation of authority for the Office of the Provost as assigned.
• Contributes to activities and assessment related to the Academic Affairs goals of the institutional Strategic Plan.

Education And Experience

• Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university.
• Must have held a faculty role and earned the rank of full professor with tenure.
• Must have held a variety of administrative roles with increasing levels of responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of strategic planning, academic program development, and faculty processes and procedures.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and meticulous record keeping.
• Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to prioritize.
• Record of scholarship or creative work.
• Ability to lead large groups.
• Demonstrated ability to work with constituents across campus.
• Strong understanding of TAMUS policies and procedures related to faculty affairs.

Compensation

Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

Application Procedure

• Completed online application.
• Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications.
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume.
• At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information.
• Unofficial transcripts.
• Applicants with degrees earned outside the United States must submit transcripts translated into English, along with an official credential evaluation from a recognized service.

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Anticipated start date January 2027.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.