Assistant Provost for Planning & Assessment Job in 10010, New York Us

DATE AVAILABLE:  November 2011

 

JOB TITLE:  Assistant Provost for Planning Assessment

 

DEPARTMENT:  Academic Affairs

 

REPORTS TO:  Provost

 

POSITION OVERVIEW:  Assist in planning and executing SVA’s five-year strategic plan by gauging how best to imagine and direct the college’s future to maximize its resources and leverage its position. The planning process is built on programmatic and institutional assessment and linked to the continuing accreditation dialog. 

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

·         Establish sustained, efficient and effective dialogue with the senior leadership of SVA.

·         Develop a thorough understanding of critical aspects of administration at SVA, including, but not limited to, academic planning, accreditation, finance and leadership.

·         Assist in the continuous review of existing and proposed academic programs.

·         Identify and expand opportunities for targeted assessment of student learning.

·         Oversee the administration and progress of the College’s strategic planning initiatives as well as its regional and national accreditation, including planning, organizing, gathering, interpreting and disseminating data.

·         Work collaboratively with department chairs, faculty, students and staff to promote a culture of assessment and evaluation that contributes to continuous improvement.

 

 

QUALIFICATIONS:

 

·         Advanced degree from an accredited college or university is required, law or higher education preferred.

·         3-5 years of professional experience, including campus-based and/or related experience in higher education.

·         Strong ability to work effectively and comfortably with senior SVA academic and administrative leadership and to take responsibility for specific projects. 

·         Advanced oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse constituencies.

·         Capacity for conducting high-level data analysis and drawing accurate conclusions.

·         Ability to manage multiple tasks and respond in a timely manner to inquiries and deadlines.

To apply for this position, please send a cover letter, resume, and professional writing sample to working@sva.edu .  No walk-ins please.

 

The School of Visual Arts (SVA) in New York City is an established leader and innovator in the education of artists. From its inception in 1947, the College has instituted numerous educational innovations, including the selection of professionals working in the arts and art-related fields as instructors. SVA provides an environment that nurtures creativity, inventiveness and experimentation, enabling students to develop a strong sense of identity and a clear direction of purpose.

 

Find out what it’s like to work at SVA.  Visit http://www.sva.edu/workingatsva

 

The School of Visual Arts is an equal opportunity employer.