Academic Associate Jobs in Gaffney, SC (NOW HIRING)

Gardner-Webb University is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Associate Provost, reporting to the Provost, and a key member of the Provost’s leadership team. Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Associate Provost provides leadership in advancing academic quality, student success, faculty development, institutional effectiveness, and operational excellence within Academic Affairs.

The Associate Provost extends the reach of the Provost by coordinating academic initiatives, implementing university policies, and ensuring effective day-to-day operations of the Provost’s Office. The role requires independent judgment, strategic thinking, and collaborative leadership across colleges, administrative units, and institutional stakeholders.

The Associate Provost works closely with the Provost to develop, implement, and monitor academic policies, curriculum processes, assessment initiatives, accreditation efforts, and strategic priorities that support the university’s mission and strategic plan.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Academic Operations and Policy Leadership

Provide operational leadership for the daily functions of Academic Affairs and the Provost’s Office, ensuring the consistent implementation of academic policies, procedures, and institutional standards. Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing academic operational processes, including course scheduling, faculty workload review, academic standards, and policy implementation
• Review and revision of the academic catalog
• Assisting with the interpretation and implementation of academic policies and procedures
• Representing the Provost in meetings, committees, and institutional events as needed

Curriculum, Assessment, and Academic Quality

Provide leadership in strengthening curriculum development, assessment practices, and continuous academic improvement. Responsibilities include:

• Collaborating with colleges and schools to support curriculum development, program review, and course innovation
• Leading processes for course and program-level assessment, data collection, and reporting
• Supporting institutional assessment initiatives and continuous improvement practices
• Facilitating Academic Affairs participation in Assessment Day and other assessment initiatives

Institutional Effectiveness, Accreditation, and Program Review

Provide leadership and coordination for institutional effectiveness processes and accreditation efforts. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting institutional accreditation initiatives, including coordination of SACSCOC activities in collaboration with the Provost
• Monitoring and supporting accreditation efforts for externally accredited academic programs
• Managing internal program reviews and quality improvement processes
• Oversight of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment and Institutional Research directors

Faculty Affairs and Academic Support

Support faculty success and professional development across Academic Affairs. Responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Assistant Provost to support faculty development initiatives, including Center of Excellence in Teaching and Learning (CETL) programming, in alignment with institutional priorities
• Support alignment of faculty development initiatives with assessment, accreditation, and academic quality priorities
• Coordinating the faculty awards process, faculty evaluation processes, and student feedback surveys
• Support full-time and part-time faculty contract development and review. Provide oversight, review, and curation of faculty credentials and records to ensure instructional quality and compliance with accreditation requirements

Strategic Initiatives and Academic Partnerships

Assist the Provost in advancing institutional priorities and strategic initiatives. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting the implementation and monitoring of the University Strategic Plan within Academic Affairs
• Collaborating with campus partners to expand high-impact practices, including internships, undergraduate research, and experiential learning opportunities
• Serving as liaison with enrollment and marketing units to support academic recruitment and program visibility

Administrative and Resource Oversight

Provide oversight for operational resources and administrative processes within Academic Affairs. Responsibilities include:

• Provide assistance in monitoring budgets in academic affairs. Reviewing workload, overload, and stipend reporting processes
• Supporting operational coordination for academic units such as the Honors Program, Undergraduate Research initiatives, and related academic support areas, including collaboration with the Assistant Provost on CETL
• Managing facilities requests and academic operations related to the Charlotte campus

Service and Special Projects

Contribute to institutional governance and leadership initiatives. Responsibilities include:

• Serving on institutional and Academic Affairs committees
• Supporting academic ceremonies and university events as a representative of the Provost
• Managing special projects and strategic initiatives assigned by the Provost

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, and WORK ENVIRONMENT

• 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, Assistant Vice President, or Assistant/Associate Provost.
• Demonstrated experience working with accrediting bodies; Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) strongly preferred.
• 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.
• Credentials and professional activity that qualifies candidate for the rank of Professor.
• Ability to work in a transparent and cooperative manner in support of the mission of Gardner-Webb University

Application Materials: Preferred start date is August 2026. Interested candidates must submit the following application materials:

• A cover letter detailing qualifications and alignment with our mission and core values
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for and reference letters from three professional references.