For best consideration, complete applications should be received before March 2, 2026.

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Utah Valley University (UVU), located in Orem, Utah, the heart of Utah County, invites applications for an experienced professional and demonstrated leader as their Associate Provost: Academic Programs, Assessment, and Accreditation. The ideal candidate will foster an environment that promotes UVU’s core values of exceptional care, accountability, and results. This position is responsible for supporting the mission and vision of the University, particularly the mission of the Academic Affairs Division and its role in high-quality curricular delivery, academic planning and effectiveness, and academic assessment.

THE OPPORTUNITY

The Associate Provost: Academic Programs, Assessment, and Accreditation reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs, and is responsible for the operational management, strategic vision, and administrative direction of multiple units within Academic Programs, Assessment, and Accreditation in the Academic Affairs Division.

The Associate Provost works closely with colleagues in the Academic Affairs Division and other divisions on issues of institutional accreditation, academic planning and effectiveness, academic assessment, curriculum, and scheduling. The position is responsible for supporting the mission and vision of the University, particularly the mission of the Academic Affairs Division and its role in high-quality curricular delivery, academic planning and effectiveness, and academic assessment.

The Associate Provost represents the University on administrative matters for the division, to include external entities, both public and private.

The Associate Provost may be asked to represent the Provost and Senior Vice President as needed.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

30%

• Provides strategic direction; establishes priorities; and oversees budget, staffing, and structure of the following units within Academic Programs, Assessment, and Accreditation in the Academic Affairs Division: (1) Academic Scheduling Office, (2) Curriculum Office, (3) Office of Graduate Studies and Online Programs, (4) Office of Accreditation and Academic Assessment, and (5) Academic Planning and Effectiveness.
• Chairs the Course Fee Review Committee
• Co-chairs the Academic Scheduling Committee and provides administrative support to relevant university governance and shared governance committees.
• Communicates policy interpretation; facilitates development; and implementation of matters related to academic programs and assessment.
• Serves as a representative on a range of work groups by virtue of the position.

20%

• Oversees and coordinates academic assessment processes and reporting in alignment with institutional goals and the requirements set forth by Utah System of Higher Education and the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
• Establishes active and comprehensive plans for evaluation of learning outcomes and reviews of academic programs that foster a culture of data-informed decision making among faculty members and academic leaders.
• Partners with academic leaders and staff members in the Academic Affairs Division to facilitate planning and assessment processes related to institutional effectiveness.
• Serves as the data trustee for the Academic Affairs Division and engages in tasks to continuously improve the collection, analysis, reporting, dissemination, and archiving of data.

20%

• Serves as the Accreditation Liaison Officer for Utah Valley University and leads institutional accreditation processes and procedures to ensure compliance with Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities’ Standards for Accreditation.
• Provides advocacy and support to faculty members and academic leaders for specialized accreditation processes at the program and school/college levels.
• Ensures that the campus community is well informed about accreditation-related issues and oversees the organization and preparation for the successful conduct of annual and cyclical accreditation reviews, as well as any follow-up reviews.
• Stays abreast of changes in accreditation policies and procedures, and maintains knowledge of current trends, events, and emerging issues.

20%

• Maintains awareness of Utah Valley University’s strategic and operating environment and collaborates with the Office of Institutional Engagement and Effectiveness to ensure consistency with strategy among the Academic Master Plan, the University’s strategic plan, university master plans, and initiatives of the State of Utah and the Utah System of Higher Education.
• Manages assessment of the Academic Master Plan and provides progress updates and reports, as appropriate.

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• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of state and federal higher education accountability regulations, institutional and specialized accreditation standards and processes, and national initiatives and trends in higher education assessment
• Demonstrated knowledge of formative and summative assessment principles, direct and indirect assessment measures, and continuous improvement principles in higher education
• Demonstrated knowledge of collegial, consultative processes in a shared governance environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of online and graduate programming

SKILLS

• Strong management skills with demonstrated competencies in successfully developing and implementing short- and long-term objectives; aligning resources with strategy; delegating effectively; and managing effective work processes
• Skills in managing projects and promoting an environment of excellence, support, and satisfaction
• Strong skills in speaking and writing clearly, concisely, and professionally; practicing active listening; reading critically and adapting communication for different audiences
• Skills in using applications and enterprise systems, for communication, data collection and analysis, decision making, and presentation
• Strong skills in collecting, interpreting, synthesizing, assessing, and analyzing high-level data to make data-informed decisions and report out systematically
• Strong skills in preparing and reviewing reports, evaluations, and other related materials for accreditation and assessment activities
• Strong skills in undergraduate and graduate curriculum planning and development.

ABILITIES

• Proven ability to optimally apply independent judgment and professional discretion to prioritize and/or align competing demands, use a systems approach to solve problems, and move projects and processes forward
• Demonstrated ability to establish productive relationships across an institution of higher education to work successfully and collaboratively toward common goals with a diverse faculty and staff
• Ability to demonstrate self-awareness, the highest ethical standards and practices, and personal accountability
• Ability to use judgment, discretion, and decision-making skills in dealing with confidential and sensitive issues
• Proven ability to work under pressure to manage deadlines. Ability to seek out, understand, and be informed by diverse viewpoints and approaches to achieve University goals
• Ability to analyze data and provide sound recommendations based on policy, procedure, practice, and existing regulations
• Ability to strategically plan for desired outcomes. Proven ability to resolve conflicts in a collegial manner

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Candidates will have graduated from an accredited institution with a terminal degree, with three years or more teaching experience at the college/university level.
• Direct experience with for-credit programs or curriculum development, accreditation, and academic assessment in a comprehensive university, online teaching, or scheduling.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three or more years of full-time successful experience in an academic leadership role, such as a director, department chair, or higher
• Accreditation experience

OREM/PROVO, UTAH

The City of Orem was organized in 1919 and named after Walter C. Orem, President of the Salt Lake and Utah Railroad. The naming of Orem was an apparent attempt to curry his favor and attract future investments from this prosperous Salt Lake City resident. It shares the general location and history of Provo, Utah, and was often referred to as the “Provo Bench.” In 1942, the Geneva Steel Works was constructed by the federal government as an inland producer of steel for WWII. Built along the eastern shore of Utah Lake, Geneva provided employment and economic growth to local residents, either directly or indirectly, for six decades.

In 2021, The Milken Institute released its list of the best performing metropolitan areas in terms of creating and sustaining jobs and economic growth. The analysis considered the following items: jobs, wages and salaries, and technology growth. The Provo-Orem area was ranked #1 in the country. Orem/Provo continue to receive Top 10 rankings for cities from a variety of publications as time goes on.

Today, there are dozens of technology companies, manufacturers, and service companies employing thousands of Orem residents, making the economic importance of Geneva Steel just a memory in the historical archives.

Utah County is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the American West, where rugged mountain ranges meet sweeping valleys. The majestic Wasatch Mountains rise sharply to the east, their snowcapped peaks often mirrored in the serene waters of Utah Lake below. Vibrant wildflowers blanket the hillsides in spring, while the changing colors of fall transform the landscape into a painter’s palette of gold, red, and orange. Whether hiking through lush canyons, exploring picturesque alpine lakes, or simply gazing at the panoramic vistas, the natural beauty of Utah County is both awe-inspiring and peaceful.