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Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Concord University Athens, WV

  1. Salary Not stated by the employer
  2. Employer Concord University
  3. Location Athens, WV
  4. Workplace On site
  5. Role Staff
  6. Posted Sep 10, 2026
  7. Reference pa-3417
Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Concord University, Athens, WV
Concord University invites visionary and collaborative leaders to apply for the position of Provost, serving as the chief academic officer and strategic partner to President Bethany Meighen in championing academic excellence and Concord’s mission of preparing students to “Come to Learn. Go to Serve.”
The next Provost will be an innovative, student-focused leader who brings a deep commitment to academic excellence, shared governance, and collaborative leadership. This is an exciting opportunity to join a close-knit campus community dedicated to providing an affordable, high-quality, and market-ready education.
They will be a visionary leader who is deeply committed to Concord University’s mission andwill bring a collaborative spirit, have a student-centered mindset, and show passion for fostering academic innovation, faculty excellence, and institutional transformation.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
  • Student-Centered Leadership: A deep commitment to student success, engagement, and belonging—championing academic quality, affordability, and pathways to meaningful careers.
  • Strategic Vision: The ability to think creatively and act decisively in advancing Concord’s academic portfolio, launching new programs, and aligning resources with institutional priorities.
  • Collaborative Approach: A record of fostering shared governance, transparency, and trust among faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
  • Commitment to Faculty Excellence: Experience supporting faculty recruitment, development, and scholarship; valuing teaching excellence and innovative pedagogy.
  • Operational and Fiscal Acumen: Demonstrated success in managing complex budgets, accreditation processes, and compliance in alignment with state and federal regulations.
  • Regional and Workforce Engagement: Experience cultivating partnerships with community, industry, and government to strengthen workforce pipelines and regional development.
  • Integrity and Servant Leadership: A humble, collaborative leader who inspires trust, empowers teams, and models Concord’s values of service, compassion, and excellence.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. As part of the comprehensive compensation package, campus housing is provided to support the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs in their active engagement with the university community.
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