Administrative Positions
Provost
The University of St. Francis is a private, independent Catholic, Franciscan institution located 40 miles southwest of Chicago in the fastest-growing county in Illinois . The University is ranked in the top tier of Midwest Universities in US News and World Report and recognized in the Princeton Review as “Best Colleges: Region by Region.” University of St. Francis is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (NCA) and participates in their Academic Quality Improvement Program.
University of St. Francis offers programs in the liberal arts and sciences, in professional, pre-professional, and career areas at the undergraduate and graduate levels serving a traditional undergraduate population in residential housing as well as adults.
The University is committed to meeting the needs of students, especially those of working adults in on-campus and off-campus settings locally and nationally. The University enrolls approximately 4,000 students in programs on its main campus as well as satellite facilities in Illinois , Albuquerque , and an additional 30 locations in 10 states.
The provost will have an earned doctorate; understanding of and respect for Catholic Franciscan traditions and values; evidence of achievement in teaching and scholarship; experience at the dean's level or above; commitment to fostering interdisciplinary connections; values and understands student development and the strong relationship between academics and student affairs; demonstrated effectiveness in strategic planning, budgeting, outcomes assessment; administration of academic programs and academic support areas; understanding of the role of technology in learning and ability to provide leadership in integrating it into the educational process; demonstrated effectiveness in creating an institutional environment supportive of people of diverse backgrounds; ability to foster intellectual community and provide creative leadership to s diverse and talented faculty; and an understanding and respect for shared governance.
Candidates shouldexplore the University website www.stfrancis.edu or for more information about the position visit www.stfrancis.edu/employment/admin/provostprofile.pdf Nominations and application materials are due on or before March 21, 2008, and should be submitted as Microsoft Word attachments to:
Dr. Marylouise Fennell
GALLAGHER•FENNELLHIGHER EDUCATION SERVICES
SearchFennell@aol.com
412-521-1417Materials will include a letter, a current résumé, and contact information for three references. Review of materials will begin immediately. While the application deadline is March 21st, early submission of materials will afford them optimal attention.
University of St. Francis is an Equal Opportunity Employer.