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Working Title:

Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs

Institution:

Minnesota State University, Moorhead

Classification Title:

MnSCU Administrator 14

Bargaining Unit / Union:

220: Minnesota State Administrator's Plan

City:

Moorhead

FLSA:

Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Unclassified - Unlimited Academic

Salary Range:

Position Purpose

Minnesota State Moorhead seeks an accomplished, student-centered, and forward-thinking Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs to serve as the University’s chief academic officer and a key strategic partner to the President. Reporting directly to the President, the Provost is a member of the President’s Cabinet and senior leadership team, providing vision and leadership that advances Moorhead’s academic mission, strengthens the student experience, and fosters a culture of excellence across the institution.

Salary Range

$167,029 - $267,356 annually.

Responsibilities

+ Oversee a comprehensive portfolio that integrates Academic Affairs and Student Affairs in service of student success, persistence, and degree completion. Oversee four academic colleges, graduate studies, along with several student-centered departments.

+ Lead the development and implementation of academic vision, policy, and standards while supporting innovation in curriculum, pedagogy, and academic program development.

+ Oversee the development of effective student services to meet the needs of continuing, new, and prospective students to promote student success and retention. Promote a holistic student experience that supports learning both inside and outside the classroom.

+ Champion equitable academic and student success strategies, support efforts to close achievement gaps, and foster a campus climate that values multiple perspectives, shared governance, and meaningful engagement.

+ Strengthen partnerships with alumni, system colleagues, accreditation bodies, community organizations, and public and private stakeholders to support academic innovation and regional impact.

+ Lead transparent and responsible budgeting for Academic and Student Affairs, overseeing significant financial and human resources while aligning investments with strategic priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

+ Earned doctorate or equivalent terminal degree from a regionally accredited college or university.

+ At least 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education including: administration of budgets; demonstrated record of teaching, scholarship, and service; and effective and innovative collaboration with staff and faculty.

+ Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and equity-minded environment for students, faculty, staff, and the broader university community.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Demonstrated record of successful teaching, scholarship, creative or research activity, and service requisite for an appointment at the rank of professor.

+ Successful experience working with collective bargaining agreements.

+ Knowledge of emerging trends, challenges and opportunities, current standards, and effective practices in higher education and university operations, at the international, national, and state/system levels.

+ Knowledge of current and emerging student populations, changing demographics, and innovative strategies to support student success and closing equity and achievement gaps.

+ Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with internal and external constituencies to establish strong, lasting and productive partnerships.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have the Following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

+ Demonstrate creative leadership, innovation, and a mindset of continuous improvement; enthusiasm; a style that is genuine, open, and engaging; good judgment in recognizing talent and assessing where improvements are needed; the ability to make appropriate connections and build synergies; and an open and creative approach to problem-solving and a willingness to address issues.

+ Effectively lead cross-functional work team efforts to accomplish the goals of the Academic and Student Affairs division.

+ Demonstrated academic and administrative leadership, direction, and vision in academic program development and student engagement.

+ Understanding of emerging educational technologies and their application to enhance teaching and learning.

+ Executive competence in strategic fiscal planning and budget management.

Other Requirements

+ Application must include a letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experiences and qualifications connect with this leadership opportunity.

+ A completed application will include a resume or CV.

+ The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Minnesota State Moorhead is a vibrant community that pushes you to forge your own path. Help shape a campus where students thrive, connect, and lead!

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State, we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays, Vacation Time, Sick Time, six weeks of Paid Parental Leave, low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500), a Pension Plan, 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options, pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts, employer paid life insurance, short and long term disability, as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents, etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Desired Start Date:

07-01-2026

Position End Date:

Open Date:

01-12-2026

Close Date:

02-16-2026

Posting Contact Name:

Gabby Bergquist

Posting Contact Email:

[email protected]