St Petersburg College

Position Description

POSITION TITLE: Associate Provost

DEPARTMENT: Provost SITE: Various

SALARY SCHEDULE: A&P GRADE: E

BASIC FUNCTION:

Assists the Provost in campus operations, such as staff coordination, student/academic programs, and support services. Primarily serves as the campus leader for student affairs departments and initiatives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assists the Provost in personnel and other campus matters.

• Develops and manages budgets for areas of supervision.

• Assists in efficient utilization of personnel, facilities and fiscal resources for the campus location.

• Works with other personnel in the daily operation of campus as required.

• Works closely with MAP, Business Office, Financial Aid, and other student affairs staff to ensure that exceptional and meaningful services are provided to all students.

• Assists in planning, developing and coordinating projects and programs concerning organization, operations and student services/academic functions. Uses the College’s planning format to develop campus goals for student affairs.

• Manages student activities and fosters a climate for effective student government practice and leadership development.

• Coordinates specific programs in conjunction with district staff such as Student Activities, Financial Aid, Office of Services for Students with Disabilities, International Student Services, Career Center, Testing Center, etc.

• Coordinates college-wide initiatives at respective campuses and sites.

• Establishes campus initiatives and projects to enhance student recruitment, engagement, and retention.

• Recognizes the job related knowledge/ abilities of student affairs staff and provides program development workshops to strengthen their expertise and experience.

• Troubleshoots student concerns and manage the student grievance process.

• Partners with academic chairs and deans to address student affairs issues and collaboratively develops goals that will enhance student learning and success.

• Assists in developing and maintaining a learning climate where each student can attain specific educational goals.

• Responsible for designing and maintaining procedures as needed, with input from the Provost and designated staff.

• Participates as member of various college committees.

• Performs related duties as required.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s degree required, Doctoral degree preferred.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Six (6) years professional administrative experience in higher education or equivalent experience.

KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of educational administration and management practices. Knowledge of college curriculum and programs. Ability to interact with students, faculty and staff. Verbal and written communications skills. Ability to resolve problems and arrive at logical conclusions.

GC Revised 8-19-09