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JOB PURPOSE: The Provost serves as the chief academic officer of the University and provides strategic leadership for all academic and student affairs functions. Reporting directly to the President, the Provost is responsible for the planning, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of undergraduate and graduate programs, student success initiatives, and institutional effectiveness. The Provost works collaboratively with senior leadership to advance the University's mission, strengthen academic quality, and foster a supportive environment that promotes faculty excellence, student achievement, and long-term employee engagement. This position oversees academic colleges, enrollment management, graduate studies, student services, recruitment, registration, and institutional data and reporting. This description outlines the general scope and level of responsibilities and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. This position description indicates in general the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, and abilities. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required or assigned to this position. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: Academic Leadership and StrategyProvide visionary leadership for academic programs aligned with institutional mission and prioritiesLead the development and execution of the University's academic strategic planOversee curriculum design, program assessment, and academic innovationPromote interdisciplinary collaboration and emerging areas of study Faculty AffairsSupport faculty recruitment, retention, development, and evaluationFoster a culture of shared governance, academic freedom, and scholarly excellenceEncourage research, creative activity, and professional growth Student Success and Academic ExperienceAdvance initiatives that improve retention, persistence, and graduation ratesOversee academic advising, student support services, and engagement strategiesEnsure programs are responsive to the diverse cultural, academic, and professional needs of students Budgeting and Resource ManagementDevelop and oversee academic budgets in alignment with institutional prioritiesAllocate resources effectively across colleges and academic unitsAdvocate for funding to support instruction, research, and student services Accreditation and ComplianceEnsure compliance with accrediting bodies and regulatory requirementsLead institutional accreditation processes, program reviews, and assessment effortsUphold academic integrity and quality standards Institutional CollaborationPartner with the President, Deans, and senior leadership to advance strategic initiativesPromote cross-functional collaboration and reduce organizational silosSupport institutional planning, policy development, and decision-making External Relations and PartnershipsDevelop partnerships with industry, tribal, state, and federal entities, and community organizationsSupport grant development, fundraising, and sponsored programsEnhance institutional visibility, reputation, and impact MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:Terminal degree (PhD, EdD or equivalent) from an accredited institutionRecord of distinguished scholarship, teaching, or professional achievement Minimum of seven years of progressively responsible leadership in higher educationExperience in overseeing academic, administrative, budgetary, and operational functionsAt least five (5) years in supervisory or executive leadership experienceDemonstrated success in strategic planning, accreditation, and institutional managementExperience working with higher education institutions, including Tribal Colleges and Universities Valid and clean state driver's licenseAbility to pass background check, with NO prior convictions of any felonies and no history of child abuse and/or neglect. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSProven record of securing grants or external fundingExperience in international or global education initiativesFamiliarity with online, hybrid, and innovative instructional models The Navajo Nation Preference in Employment Act applies to all hiring, promotions or transfers of individuals into this position. KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:Knowledge of federal, state, county and local laws, and regulations affecting higher educationUnderstanding of accreditation standards and TCU funding structuresStrong financial and budget management expertiseProficiency in data analyst, institutional research, and performance metricsDemonstrated leadership in organizational development and change managementExcellent communication, interpersonal, and consensus-building skillsAbility to manage multiple priorities and make sound, independent decisionsCultural competence and ability to work effectively with diverse populationsAbility to communicate in English; Navajo language proficiency preferredStrong technical proficiency and ability to leverage data systemsKnowledge and understanding of the mission, goals, and objectives of higher education.Knowledge and understanding of organizational performance benchmarking and measurement concepts, principles, and techniques.Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures. Knowledge of the development, preparation, and control of budgets.Knowledge of managerial and statistical analysis techniques and reporting procedures.Knowledge of business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic arithmetic.Skill in operating business computers and office machines, including in a Windows environment, specifically Word, Excel, Access, presentation software (such as PowerPoint), and PC-based computerized accounting software.Skill in preparing, reviewing, and analyzing operational and financial reports.Skill in providing leadership to, supervising, training, and evaluating assigned staff.Skill in analyzing problems, projecting consequences, identifying solutions, and implementing recommendations.Ability to maintain confidentiality.Ability to create and present effective financial reports, speeches and presentations.Ability to analyze situations and adopt appropriate courses of actionAbility to work independently and meet strict time linesAbility to make solid decisions and exercise independent judgmentAbility to be persuasive and tactful in controversial situationsAbility to ensure user compliance with the requirements of the contracts and grantsAbility to interact and maintain good working relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Frequent sitting with occasional standing, walking, bending, and reachingAbility to travel between campuses and instructional sitesEmployee occasional must stand, walk, bend, stoop, and squat. Use hands for repetitive of motion, repetitive movement of both handsAdequate vision, hearing, and verbal communication abilities Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally WORK ENVIRONMENTWork is performed across multiple campuses and instructional sites, including the main campus in Crownpoint, New MexicoRegular travel is requiredPosition involves managing multiple priorities under tight deadlinesEvening, weekend, and extended hours may be required