Associate Provost - San Francisco Bay University at Another Source in Fremont, California

Job Description:

Another Source’s client, San Francisco Bay University is recruiting an Associate Provost to join their team in Fremont, CA.  

Here’s a little about San Francisco Bay University and the position they are recruiting for:  

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU), an independent, nonprofit, WASC-accredited university situated in the heart of Silicon Valley in Fremont, California seeks an innovative and experienced Associate Provost. SFBU is a challenger brand that aims to disrupt higher education by removing common barriers to help students succeed. SFBU’s mission is to provide diverse learners with inclusive, innovative, and inspirational education for lifelong personal and career success. Our vision is to establish a benchmark for engaged and transformative higher education, serving as a model both nationally and internationally, all in pursuit of the common good. 

At SFBU, students come first. We prioritize students’ needs by fostering personal engagement among students, faculty, and staff. We are committed to providing affordable quality education with a deep commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice. Our professors are accomplished professionals who provide real-world experience in the classrooms to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for future careers. Our student body is reflective of the rich cultural diversity of the world, supported by a dynamic and inclusive learning environment. Moreover, our university captures the vibrancy of Silicon Valley. SFBU is experiencing a dynamic and exciting period of growth, and we are looking to make a difference in our communities by enhancing access to affordable education for all students 

San Francisco Bay University (SFBU) is on a mission to transform higher education with a very deliberate five-year strategic enrollment plan to grow from 450 to 2000 students, reflecting our commitment to providing accessible education. Our vision to disrupt higher education means doing things differently because we can. With exciting developments like a new General Education program launching now and a Psychology undergraduate and graduate program set to roll out in the next 12-18 months, the future at SFBU is bright. Supported by a strong leadership foundation, unwavering board support, and robust financial backing, SFBU is poised to redefine the landscape of higher education. 

We encourage you to learn more about SFBU by reviewing our strategic plan at: https://www.sfbu.edu/strategic-plan  

The anticipated yearly salary range for this position is: $130,000 - $156,000 based on experience.  

About the Role 

San Francisco Bay University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Associate Provost to lead efforts in fostering student academic engagement, achievement, academic progress, and completion. In this role, you will extend the reach and presence of the Provost, serving as a front-line resource for student success and directly supporting students, faculty, and administration.  

As the Associate Provost, you will provide high-level, comprehensive, and confidential advice to the Provost and other Vice Presidents on a wide range of academic and administrative issues. Your role will require judgment and independent initiative, both internally and externally. You will collaborate closely with the Provost to develop, implement, and administer SFBU’s academic policies, plans, and programs. 

You will drive continuous improvement, student well-being, curricular innovation, diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, and other high-impact practices by engaging regularly with the SFBU community. Additionally, you will provide tactical leadership in the daily operations of academic programs, including course scheduling, faculty assignments, maintaining academic standards, and adjudicating student appeals regarding faculty concerns and academic policies. 

What you can expect to be doing: 

• Curriculum Development: Collaborate with colleagues on the development of the core curriculum ensuring alignment with disciplinary and community/industry needs and emerging trends, making sure our students are well-prepared for their academic and professional careers. 

• Advisement and Mentorship: Provide advising support to faculty as they work with students to foster their holistic growth, wellness, academic success, and career readiness. 

• Inclusive Education: Implement innovative and inclusive best practices that reflect our core value of providing access and inclusion to a diverse student body. 

• Engagement: Foster student engagement through collaboration with practitioners, organizations, and community/industry professionals to help students gain practical experience through internships, student-engaged research projects, and partnerships. 

• Quality Improvement: Actively support faculty in course and program-level assessment design, data collection, review and reporting. 

• Service: Serve on various committees within academic affairs and/or at the institutional level. These committees may be related to curriculum development, student affairs, faculty governance, or administrative decision-making. 

Required Qualifications:  

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited university. 

• Successful, full-time, previous higher education teaching experience and demonstrated commitment to excellence in pedagogy. 

• Successful previous higher education administrative experience in a role such as Chairperson, Dean, Associate Vice President, or Associate Provost. 

• Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with senior administrators, colleagues, students, and community partners. 

• Highly developed emotional intelligence and polished executive presence. 

• Strong analytical and quantitative abilities and attention to detail. 

• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education and practice. 

What’s in it for you: 

At San Francisco Bay University, we take care of our full-time staff with a comprehensive benefits package that’s hard to beat! Enjoy a 401k with a 5% match, 100% health benefits coverage for you and 60% for your dependents, and dental coverage at 100%. Join our team and take advantage of these fantastic perks while being part of an innovative and dynamic educational community. 

The Associate Provost is a 12-month administrative position with no teaching expected. However, occasional teaching in the candidate’s area of expertise or within the core curriculum will be considered from time-to-time. SFBU courses are offered every term, (i.e., fall, spring, summer). Classes are capped at 25 students per course. 

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination: 

SFBU is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer: SFBU is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment.  SFBU does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Another Source works with their clients, on a retained project basis. We are committed to building inclusive candidate pools as we partner with hiring teams. Veterans, women, people of color, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply. As you read through the job posting and review the list of qualifications (required and/or preferred), please do not self-select out if you feel you do not meet every qualification. No one is 100% qualified. We encourage you to apply and share your story with us.