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Midwestern University

Vice Provost

Glendale, AZ

Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Provost Financial & Resource Stewardship * Assist in campus-level budget planning and resource management * Ensure responsible use of facilities ...

Midwestern University

Vice Provost

Downers Grove, IL · On-site

Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Provost Financial & Resource Stewardship * Assist in campus-level budget planning and resource management * Ensure responsible use of facilities ...

Midwestern University

Vice Provost

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Provost Financial & Resource Stewardship * Assist in campus-level budget planning and resource management * Ensure responsible use of facilities ...

Midwestern University

Vice Provost

Glendale, AZ

Provide regular updates and recommendations to the Provost Financial & Resource Stewardship * Assist in campus-level budget planning and resource management * Ensure responsible use of facilities ...

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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.

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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 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 does an Assistant Provost do?

An Assistant Provost is a senior academic administrator who supports the Provost in overseeing academic policies, curriculum development, faculty affairs, and institutional planning at a college or university. Their responsibilities often include coordinating accreditation processes, managing academic budgets, and implementing strategic initiatives to enhance educational quality. Assistant Provosts work closely with deans, department heads, and other administrators to ensure the institution’s academic goals are met. They may also play a key role in student success initiatives, assessment, and regulatory compliance.
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Administrative Assistant for the Offices of Academic Affairs and Institutional Advancement

Administrative Assistant for the Offices of Academic Affairs and Institutional Advancement

Hartwick College

Oneonta, NY • On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Date: June 4, 2026
Title: Administrative Assistant for the Offices of Academic Affairs and Institutional Advancement
Description: Reporting to the Vice President of Institutional Advancement & External Relations, and the Executive Assistant to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost. The Administrative Assistant for the Offices of Academic Affairs and Institutional Advancement position is a unique opportunity to support the work of two critical divisions of the College; located in the same building on Hartwick's campus. Academic Affairs is an exciting office whose work lies at the heart of the institution's mission. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost, the office supports the faculty and students and is positioned to see the impact of the work of this office on Hartwick students. Working in this office is particularly rewarding as the office works with students from their arrival on campus to celebrating their achievements and graduation. Institutional Advancement serves a key role in the life of the College; raising critical funds to support all aspects of the student experience through engagement of alumni, families, foundations, corporations and community members. Leveraging the recent success of the campaign, this position will help the Advancement team continue this momentum.
Responsibilities:
  • Serve as reception for the Office of Academic Affairs including answering phones and general inquiries, welcoming guests and visitors
  • Recorder for the Enterprise Resource Generation committee of the Board of Trustees
  • Support the Assistant Provost and Dean for Teaching, Learning and Assessment
  • Support on Academic Affairs Weekly Updates, an essential communication tool for the large Academic Affairs team
  • Calendar management for the division and for the Vice President for Institutional Advancement
  • Collaborate with the Assistant Provost to prepare, send, and track letters of Appointment and Awards
  • Update office web pages as needed
  • Data entry
  • Departmental procurement, reconciliation and budget management
  • Maintain office supplies and manage equipment maintenance
  • Summer Academic Planning and Programming
  • Donor stewardship activity coordination (ie: student thank you note writing campaigns)
  • Support the Assistant Provost with organizing an academic convocation
  • Coordinate and/or collaborate on events for the Divisions of Academic Affairs and Advancement - open houses, retreats, academic convocations, on campus alumni and donor events, etc.
  • Participate in significant campus activities including Welcome Weekend, True Blue Weekend, and Commencement Weekend
  • Working collaboratively with the Office of Campus Vibrancy
  • Expected to comply with all applicable College, Federal, State, and local laws, rules and regulations
  • As a representative of the College, expected to comport oneself in a professional manner at all times, both on and off campus
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum requirements for the position are a High School Diploma or GED with two or more years' of experience in an office setting, preferably in an educational institution.
  • Experience using MS Office Suite and Google Suite
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Capability to work on-campus or remotely, with access to telephone and reliable high-speed internet for the latter contingency
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate across all mediums in an appropriate and professional manner
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality of faculty, student, staff and donor records and communications
  • Clean driving record and a valid driver's license
Wage Range: $20.00 -$23.00.
Hartwick operates as a community of learners where there is a very real sense of belonging and connection. By joining Hartwick, you become part of a group of people who work together, share in our successes, and celebrate our accomplishments. All positions at Hartwick contribute to the education and development of students with the opportunity to see the impact on future leaders-what you do at Hartwick really matters.
An independent, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 1,100 full-time undergraduates, The College features a general education curriculum designed to give every student a flexible, individualized learning experience that integrates coursework, co-curricular activities, and work experience to cultivate their distinctive strengths and prepare them for the future.
Our beautiful 425-acre campus is located in the scenic Susquehanna River valley in Oneonta, New York-a charming town near the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains. Hartwick offers health benefits to domestic partners of employees, flexible scheduling, opportunities to engage in athletic and cultural events (concerts, exhibits, and lectures) and tuition benefits for eligible employees and their dependents.
Hartwick College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation/preference and gender identity/expression and is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to broadening "the understanding, awareness, and appreciation of diversity among all members of the Hartwick community." Women, minorities, and other underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.
Hartwick College is committed to providing a safe and secure educational and employment environment. Employment at Hartwick College is therefore contingent upon a successful background check on every new employee. Candidates to whom an offer of employment is made will be required to sign a Release of Information Form authorizing the College to conduct a thorough background check.
Hartwick College is committed to a diverse candidate pool, values an inclusive workforce and workplace environment, and wishes to minimize or eliminate the impact of implicit bias during the search and hiring process.
All applicants are asked to submit the following materials with their online applications:
A cover letter;
  • A resume; and
  • The names and contact information for three references, with annotation regarding how the reference is related to you and your work (at least one of your references must be from a current and/or previous supervisor).
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

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