Associate Vice President of Faculty Affairs

Position Summary

The Associate Vice President of Faculty Affairs (AVPFA) provides strategic leadership and operational oversight of all matters related to faculty across the institution. This includes faculty hiring, onboarding, development, performance reviews, promotion and tenure processes, policy implementation, and labor relations. The AVPFA ensures alignment with institutional goals, shared governance, accreditation standards, and regulatory compliance.

Position Responsibilities

The following examples of duties illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position, but are not intended to define the limits of required duties. Other essential duties may be assigned consistent with the general scope of the position.

• Oversee faculty life cycle processes including recruitment, appointment, reappointment, promotion, tenure, sabbaticals, and retirements.
• Collaborate on the development, implementation, and interpretation of faculty-related protocols and procedures in collaboration with academic leadership and faculty governance bodies.
• Support professional development opportunities and mentoring programs for faculty at all career stages.
• Collaborate with Deans and Department Chairs to ensure equitable and transparent evaluation processes.
• Liaison with faculty governance bodies, faculty senate, and grievance committees.
• Manage academic personnel records and data in coordination with Human Resources and Institutional Research.
• Coordinate with Human Resources on initiatives related to faculty hiring and retention.
• Participate in strategic planning and development of SCSU protocols and procedures as part of the Academic Affairs leadership team.
• Represent the institution in external academic networks, accreditation visits, and professional organizations as appropriate.

Qualifications

A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D.) from an accredited institution. Minimum of 5–10 years of progressive experience in academic administration, with a strong understanding of faculty affairs. Demonstrated knowledge of higher education faculty systems, shared governance, and academic HR policies. Experience working with collective bargaining units and faculty unions. Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Ability to manage complex projects and facilitate collaborative decision-making. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency with academic personnel systems and data reporting tools.