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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant provost in California is $18.79, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.15 and $20.87 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by an assistant provost when balancing academic and administrative responsibilities?

Assistant Provosts often navigate the complex task of aligning institutional goals with the needs of faculty, staff, and students. Balancing strategic planning, policy implementation, and day-to-day problem-solving requires strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, Assistant Provosts must frequently collaborate across departments to address academic initiatives and ensure compliance with accreditation standards. Successfully managing these varied responsibilities while fostering a positive academic environment can be both rewarding and challenging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an assistant provost, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Provost, you need advanced academic credentials (usually a doctorate), experience in higher education administration, and strong analytical and policy development skills. Familiarity with student information systems, institutional research tools, and accreditation processes is typically required. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities help foster collaboration among faculty, staff, and stakeholders. These skills are vital for effectively shaping academic policies, ensuring compliance, and supporting the institution’s strategic goals.

What is the difference between Assistant Provost vs Associate Dean?

AspectAssistant ProvostAssociate Dean
Required CredentialsMaster's or Doctorate, administrative experienceMaster's or Doctorate, academic or administrative background
Work EnvironmentUniversity administration, offices, strategic planningAcademic departments, faculty offices, program oversight
Employer & Industry UsageHigher education institutions, universitiesColleges, universities, academic units
Common Search & ComparisonRoles involving academic administration and policyRoles focused on academic program management

The Assistant Provost typically handles university-wide academic policies and strategic initiatives, working closely with senior leadership. An Associate Dean usually manages specific academic departments or programs within a college or school. While both roles require advanced degrees and administrative experience, the Assistant Provost has a broader institutional scope, whereas the Associate Dean focuses more on departmental or program-level responsibilities.

What is the work of an assistant provost?

An assistant provost supports the provost in managing academic affairs, overseeing faculty, student programs, and institutional policies. They often handle administrative tasks, coordinate academic initiatives, and assist with strategic planning within a university or college environment.

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Associate Provost and Dean of Arts & Sciences

Redding, CA • On-site

Simpson University
Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 201 - 500 employees
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Full-time

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Job description

Description
This position advances the university vision, mission, and strategic plan in relation to academic affairs activities leadership, and support for academic policy and procedure development and implementation for the traditional undergraduate program (College of Arts & Sciences), provides direction and oversight for segments of the academic area, and provides support for the Provost in all academic areas.
Qualifications:
    • Terminal degree in an appropriate discipline.
    • Minimum 3-5 years as a Department Chair or equivalent academic leadership
    • Minimum of 5 years fulltime college level teaching experience
    • Appointment at the level of Associate Professor or Professor
    • Skilled at facilitating communication across different university areas
    • Demonstrated team building and team leadership ability
    • Budget experience within higher education context
    • Experience in college/university/department/program accreditation and assessment

General Expectations:
    • Personal relationship with Jesus, a vibrant Christian faith, and a commitment to Christian community; capable of sharing faith and engaging in conversations about Christ.
    • Demonstrate Simpson University Values in the performance of all duties.
    • Maintain lifestyle in accordance with Simpson University Lifestyle Policy in Staff Handbook
    • Maintain the confidentiality of information, data and records. Properly use tact, diplomacy, discretion and judgment
    • Demonstrate strong customer service skills in the performance of job duties.
    • Demonstrate good organizational and communication skills in the performance of job duties.
    • Supervises employees in accordance with Simpson University policies and procedures (for supervisory positions)
    • Support the overflow needs of other departments within the respective university area.
    • Perform other duties in accordance with this position as deemed necessary by the immediate supervisor.

Essential Functions:
    • Champion the objectives and interests for the College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) while maintaining a global institutional perspective.
    • Provide supervision of department chairs in CAS
    • Actively and persistently foster interdisciplinary cooperation/collaboration across the college and across the University.
    • Provide leadership to search and hire full time faculty and to provide a common orientation for adjunct faculty.
    • Oversee and ensure equitable distribution of faculty loads within CAS.
    • Oversee departmental program review in traditional undergraduate programs
    • Develop and maintain academic policies for the traditional undergraduate program
    • Provide Leadership of General Education Committee as ex officio member
    • Oversee curriculum development, review, revisions for the traditional undergraduate program
    • Oversee new faculty onboarding for TUG programs.
    • Serve as an active member on Provost Council
    • Provide other program oversight and considerations as determined by mutual agreement with Provost
    • Assist in providing leadership in meeting goals of university strategic plan
    • Oversee scheduling and promotion of Winter term courses
    • Implement and administer policies and regulations affecting students, including oversight of student requests, complaints, and grievances in academic unit
    • Provide direction and oversight in CAS faculty evaluations
    • Provide direct support for the Provost in the administration of all academic programs
    • Assist Provost in development of academic majors and prioritization
    • Represent the Office of the Provost to external constituents in the provost's absence
    • Teach 1-2 courses per academic year in the dean's disciplinary area

Physical Requirements:
Job Title:
Associate Provost and Dean of Arts & Sciences
Typical Working Conditions:
(Describe environment including exposure to heat, cold, fumes, chemicals, allergens, mold, etc.)
Indoors in controlled environment
Equipment Used:
(List all manual and automated equipment used in the course of performing essential functions.)
Computer, scanner, copier, mouse, keyboard, stapler, 3-hole punch, letter opener
Essential Physical Tasks:
(List all physical tasks encountered in performing essential functions - i.e. sitting for long periods of time using a computer, standing, climbing ladders, etc.)
Sitting for long periods of time using a computer
Analysis of Physical Demands to Perform Essential Functions:
Key (Based on typical week):
N=Never
R=Rarely (Less than 1 hour per week)
O=Occasional (1%-33% of time)
F=Frequent (34%-66% of time)
C=Constant (over 66% of time)
Activity
Frequency
Activity
Frequency
N
R
O
F
C
N
R
O
F
C
Lifting/Carrying
Twisting/Turning
Under 10 lbs
X
Reach over shoulder
X
11-20 lbs
X
Reach over head
X
21-50 lbs
X
Reach outward
X
51-100 lbs
X
Climb
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Crawl
X
Kneel
X
Pushing/Pulling
Squat
X
Under 10 lbs
X
Sit
X
11-20 lbs
X
Walk-Normal Surfaces
X
21-50 lbs
X
Walk-Uneven Surfaces
X
51-100 lbs
X
Walk-Slippery Surfaces
X
Over 100 lbs
X
Stand
X
Bend
X
Driving
Automatic Trans
X
Standard Trans
X
Other
Keyboard/Ten Key
X
Fingering (fine dexterity)
X
Handling (grasping, holding)
X
Repetitive Motion - Hands
X
Repetitive Motion - Feet
X
Salary Range: $78,000-$83,000 annually
Requirements
In order for your application to be considered complete, please be sure to submit:
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Letter of Interest
  • Contact information for three references
  • Statement of Integration of Faith and Higher Education essay (250-300 words) that describes the candidate's approach to integrating Christian faith with their teaching and scholarship.
  • Transcripts of all graduate work completed. Copies and/or unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hiring.

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