Chief Academic Officer & VP for Transformative Education

California State University, Chico; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly Pomona seeks a Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs to serve as the chief academic officer, reporting to the President and joining the cabinet. The Provost will guide the integration of teaching, research, and career readiness across eight colleges and multiple partnerships.

The ideal candidate holds an earned doctorate, brings extensive institutional leadership, and will lead a polytechnic approach to learning, strengthening experiential education and industry collaboration

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution.
• Significant leadership experience in higher education and academic administration.
• Strong record of teaching, scholarship, and tenure credentials.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the university's academic programs, including instruction and research.
• Lead strategic planning and institutional transformation in alignment with 2030 goals.
• Engage with faculty, Deans, and stakeholders to advance student success and workforce readiness.
• Advance experiential learning through partnerships and industry engagement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic vision

Change management

Education

Earned doctorate or terminal degree

Job description

Cal Poly Pomona seeks a Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs to serve as the chief academic officer, reporting to the President and joining the cabinet. The Provost will guide the integration of teaching, research, and career readiness across eight colleges and multiple partnerships.

The ideal candidate holds an earned doctorate, brings extensive institutional leadership, and will lead a polytechnic approach to learning, strengthening experiential education and industry collaboration