Vice Provost, UC Online
Company: College of Charleston
Location: Cincinnati
Posted on: September 21, 2023
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Job Description:
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
> Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the
nation's best urban public research universities. Home to nearly
48,000 students, about 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni,
UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical
setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design
program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the
Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment,
eight straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in
cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry
into the Big 12 athletic conference, UC's momentum has never been
stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment
totals $1.8 billion. Application Information Parker Executive
Search is assisting the University of Cincinnati in this search.
For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received
by August 1, 2023. Application materials should be submitted using
Parker's . TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO
THIS POSTING. YOU MUST APPLY THROUGH PARKER EXECUTIVE SEARCH'S
CANDIDATE PORTAL . Job Overview The University of Cincinnati (UC)
seeks an innovative and team-oriented individual to become the next
Vice-Provost for UC Online. The position will implement new
strategies for, and continue to grow and transform, our online
education programming to adapt to a rapidly changing market. The
position will report to the Executive Vice-President for Academic
Affairs and Provost and will work collaboratively across the campus
with the university's colleges, the academic support units, and
their leadership and faculty teams. The University of Cincinnati
currently offers 115 degrees and certificates offered online.
During the Fall 2022 term, 7700 students were enrolled in degrees
and programs that are completed 100% online, while an additional
2,550 students enrolled in face-to-face programs also enrolled in
online courses. The position is expected to manage the current
portfolio of degrees, certificates, and other online credentials;
analyze areas of academic and geographical expansion via a
data-driven approach to analytics and marketing; and lead the
online learning environment nationally in applying innovative and
inclusive pedagogical practices in collaboration with key
stakeholders in colleges and around campus. We expect the person
selected to take responsibility for overseeing student recruitment,
as well as enrollment and program growth in the online environment,
in line with the university's strategic growth. Moreover, the
Vice-Provost for UC Online will provide leadership across the
university to develop a comprehensive service delivery philosophy,
through multiple accessible modalities that ensures the delivery of
the Bearcat student experience for fully online students according
to best pedagogical, teaching and learning practices currently
being used across all media and delivery formats. The Vice Provost
for UC Online serves as a member of the academic affairs leadership
team under the supervision of the Executive Vice President for
Academic Affairs and Provost. The Vice Provost will supervise a
team of individuals responsible for: budget, marketing,
instructional design, web design and maintenance for UC Online. The
Vice Provost will work with the Vice Provost of Enrollment
Management, the Dean of the Graduate College, and the Chief
Marketing Officer to ensure a strategically integrated and
collaborative recruitment funnel The Vice Provost will also work in
partnership with the Chief Digital Officer and with the Dean of
Cooperative Education and Professional Studies to ensure that UC
Online has the appropriate technological support to offer a variety
of programs to traditional, non-traditional, and adult learners
entering the online environment. The success of this ambitious and
highly visible portfolio will require a leader with vision,
outstanding relationship-building skills, and an entrepreneurial
spirit. We are looking for candidates that come from an academic
background or have experience in academic online support in the
private sector. The successful candidate will have a) demonstrated
success supporting online learning within a shared governance
academic environment, b) experience working collaboratively across
a diverse organization, c) direct experience and success with
online programs at the graduate and undergraduate level, and e) a
sophisticated understanding of how to ensure that our online
offerings are excellent and competitive in the marketplace.
Essential Functions * Collaborates with multiple constituencies to
develop and implement plans to advance online programming
consistent with the mission, vision, and strategic priorities of
the University. * Ensures that appropriate policies, personnel,
systems, and resources are in place to support UC Online. * Ensures
alignment of integrated technologies needed to deliver online,
face-to-face, and blended instruction. These technologies must
interface seamlessly with enterprise systems and fully leverage the
technology resources provided by the University. * Works with
constituencies throughout the university to ensure high-quality
services to support student success in online programs. *
Collaborates with Central Marketing and the Communications team,
Enrollment Management, and Deans to develop and implement
integrated marketing and enrollment strategies that identify and
market appropriately online and new branch campus programs. * Works
with the deans of the schools and colleges to maximize revenues and
efficiencies generated by the university's program, certificate,
and course offerings. * Collaborates with faculty to enhance the
quality of online offerings through the adoption of best practices
and emerging technologies. * Provides guidance and direction
regarding compliance with accreditation standards and industry
regulations related to quality assurance for online programs. *
Collaborates with accessibility personnel in Digital Technology
Solutions, Communications, Academic Affairs and Student Affairs to
ensure full and equal access to online programs and services in
accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 508
standards, and the university's EIT Policy * Participates in
relevant university policy and planning committees and meetings. *
Builds relationships with key community and corporate
constituencies in each regional campus area. * Executes all other
duties as assigned by the Executive Vice Provost for Academic
Affairs. Minimum Requirements * Experience and success developing
collaborative relationships within a shared governance academic
environment. * Experience with developing and effectively
coordinating a diverse portfolio of responsibilities. * Knowledge
of leading-edge issues, trends, and best practices in online
environments to support student learning. * Knowledge of faculty
development around online instruction and pedagogy. * Experience
using technologies to drive innovation in a complex organization. *
Evidence of the ability to build and sustain a highly functioning
team. * Evidence of budget and fiscal experience and
accountability, with the demonstrated ability to develop and manage
expense and revenue budgets for online programs. * Experience with
successful online education at the graduate and undergraduate
level. * Understanding of marketing and enrollment strategies
unique to online education. * Demonstrated successes in developing
and implementing business, strategic and operating plans. *
Demonstrated ability to collaboratively work with diverse groups
including deans, faculty, students, Enrollment Management, Student
Affairs, Marketing, etc. to foster UC Online. * Strong analytic,
problem-solving, written and oral communication and presentation
skills; flexibility, responsiveness, and impeccable follow-through.
* An understanding of-and commitment to support-the Vision,
Mission, and Values of the University. * Strong commitment to
academic quality, with the ability to work with the provost's team
to secure and maintain the University's accreditation to deliver
online degree programs. * Proven ability to work successfully with
diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to enacting
procedures and practices that promote and enhance diversity,
inclusion, and access in online education. Additional
Qualifications Considered * A Terminal Degree appropriate to the
applicant's academic field of expertise. * Work experience in an
online support business * Successful university or other online
teaching experience. * Experience with instructional design and
active learning best practices in online environments. * At least
five years of successful administrative experience. About the
University of Cincinnati The University of Cincinnati (UC), founded
in 1819, is an R1 public research university with an enrollment of
nearly 48,000 students and is ranked No. 4 in the nation for co-ops
and internships by U.S. News & World Report (No. 1 among public
institutions).? UC, powered by a total annual FY23 budget of $1.656
billion and an endowment of $1.8 billion (among the top 25 public
universities in the U.S., and 79th?largest in U.S. and Canada), is
home to 15 colleges, offers 426-degree programs, 205 certificates,
and employs nearly 11,000 faculty and staff. Today, more than
332,000 living alumni count themselves as UC Bearcats. About the
City of Cincinnati The University of Cincinnati is nestled within
the City of Cincinnati's urban core, which offers vibrant
neighborhoods, world class arts and sports venues, restaurants, and
inclusive and engaged communities. Cincinnati residents experience
low cost of living, and high quality of life creating an ideal
place to live. Beyond the city-core, the Cincy Region is a vibrant
Midwest metropolitan destination located along the scenic Ohio
River, and comprises Downtown Cincinnati, Northern Kentucky, and 52
neighborhoods which offer walkable communities and renowned
schools. The Cincy region also boasts a rich and diverse business
ecosystem and is within one days' drive of half the country.
Additional Cincinnati facts include: * Home to five Fortune 500
companies and one of the most vibrant startup ecosystems in the
nation * Regional population of more than 2 million * More than
5,000 acres of nationally renowned parks and greenspaces * #1 Best
City for New College Grads - SmartAsset Application Information The
Search Committee invites nominations, applications (letter of
interest, full resume/CV, and contact information for at least five
references), or expressions of interest to be submitted to the
search firm. In addition, the University of Cincinnati, as a
multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to
providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse place of learning
and employment. As part of a complete job application, you will be
asked to provide a Contribution to Diversity of Inclusion
statement. Parker Executive Search is assisting the University of
Cincinnati in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate
materials should be received by August 1, 2023. TO BE CONSIDERED
FOR THIS ROLE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THIS POSTING. YOU MUST APPLY
THROUGH PARKER EXECUTIVE SEARCH'S . Review of materials will begin
immediately and continue until the appointment is made. For
additional information, please contact: Porsha Williams, Vice
President Erin Raines, Senior Principal Parker Executive Search
Five Concourse Parkway, Suite 2875 Atlanta, GA 30328 770-804-1996
ext.: 117 pwilliams@parkersearch.com -- eraines@parkersearch.com
Compensation and Benefits UC offers a wide array of complementary
and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational,
health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility
varies by position and FTE.
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