Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs - 007089University of South Alabama
Job Summary
Located on a 1,200-acre campus in a culturally rich metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 residents on the scenic Gulf of Mexico, the University of South Alabama is a comprehensive regional institution serving more than 14,000 students across 11 colleges and schools. USA offers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs including one of Alabama’s two state-supported medical schools and a broad variety of additional initial practice and advanced healthcare degrees. USA offers the advantages of a major academic institution in a setting known for its quality of life and vibrant community. The University also includes the USA Health system, which is the region’s only academic health system, serving the area through University Hospital (also a Level One Trauma Center), Children’s & Women’s Hospital, USA Providence Hospital, the Mitchell Cancer Institute, a Freestanding Emergency Department, and numerous medical offices staffed by clinical faculty from the College of Medicine along with a growing number of community-based physicians and advanced providers.
The Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost and has responsibilities including, but not limited to, addressing student concerns and student academic conduct; overseeing special withdrawals (administrative, medical, study abroad, and voids), appeals to academic suspension, and change of grade requests; and managing course fees; and supporting curriculum review and program development. In addition, the position oversees the management of the EO/EA process, serves as a liaison with the Council of Academic Leaders regarding Academic Affairs policies and procedures, and collaborates with the Executive Vice Provost on a daily basis.
While applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is appointed, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by March 1 for full consideration. Application materials should include a current CV and letter of interest.
~The University of South Alabama is an EOE and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis~ Posting Information Number of Vacancies1Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date01/29/2026Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsWorking DaysMonday - FridayWorking Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Job LocationMain CampusFull-time or Part-TimeFull TimeRegular or TemporaryRegular
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Posting Details
Position Information Position Number007089Position TitleAssociate Vice President, Academic Affairs - 007089DivisionAcademic AffairsDepartment300000 - SRVP Academic Affairs OfficeMinimum QualificationsDoctoral degree from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama, five years of progressively responsible experience in an academic administrative role(s), and possession of an advanced academic rank from an accredited institution as approved and accepted by the University of South Alabama.Preferred QualificationsExperience in college or division-level academic administration, particularly in areas such as administering academic policies, appeals of academic policies decisions, as well as extensive knowledge with Banner and other University systems is highly preferred.Job Description SummaryThe University of South Alabama’s Academic Affairs Office is seeking to hire an Associate Vice President, Academic Affairs. Interested candidates should apply to be considered. Essential Functions These are the job duties required of the position.Essential FunctionsThe University of South Alabama (USA) – a dynamic public research university and the Flagship of the Gulf Coast – seeks an exceptional, visionary leader to serve as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs.Located on a 1,200-acre campus in a culturally rich metropolitan area of nearly 600,000 residents on the scenic Gulf of Mexico, the University of South Alabama is a comprehensive regional institution serving more than 14,000 students across 11 colleges and schools. USA offers an extensive portfolio of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs including one of Alabama’s two state-supported medical schools and a broad variety of additional initial practice and advanced healthcare degrees. USA offers the advantages of a major academic institution in a setting known for its quality of life and vibrant community. The University also includes the USA Health system, which is the region’s only academic health system, serving the area through University Hospital (also a Level One Trauma Center), Children’s & Women’s Hospital, USA Providence Hospital, the Mitchell Cancer Institute, a Freestanding Emergency Department, and numerous medical offices staffed by clinical faculty from the College of Medicine along with a growing number of community-based physicians and advanced providers.
The Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost and has responsibilities including, but not limited to, addressing student concerns and student academic conduct; overseeing special withdrawals (administrative, medical, study abroad, and voids), appeals to academic suspension, and change of grade requests; and managing course fees; and supporting curriculum review and program development. In addition, the position oversees the management of the EO/EA process, serves as a liaison with the Council of Academic Leaders regarding Academic Affairs policies and procedures, and collaborates with the Executive Vice Provost on a daily basis.
While applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is appointed, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by March 1 for full consideration. Application materials should include a current CV and letter of interest.
~The University of South Alabama is an EOE and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis~ Posting Information Number of Vacancies1Position End Date (if temporary)Job Open Date01/29/2026Job Close DateOpen Until FilledYesSpecial Instructions to ApplicantsWorking DaysMonday - FridayWorking Hours8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Job LocationMain CampusFull-time or Part-TimeFull TimeRegular or TemporaryRegular
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you at least 18 years of age?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a legal right to work in the United States?
- Yes
- No
- * The University of South Alabama typically does not sponsor individuals for staff positions. Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?
- Yes
- No
- * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- Less than High School
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Masters Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- Terminal Degree (or will obtain within 6 months)
- * How many years of related experience do you have?
- Less than 1 year
- Between 1 - 3 years
- Between 3 - 5 years
- Between 5 - 7 years
- More than 7 years
- * How did you hear about this position?
- USA website
- Zip Recruiter
- Indeed
- HigherEd Jobs
- Alabama Career Center / Alabama Works
- Word of mouth
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents- Resume
- Cover Letter
The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. If you feel you have been discriminated against, please notify the Equal Employment Opportunity Investigator or the Associate Vice President, Finance and Administration/CHRO.
EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The University of South Alabama publishes certain crime statistics for the most recent three-year period as required by the Jeanne Clery Act. The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is required by federal law and contains policy statements and crime statistics for the school. The report, along with additional information, is available online at: http://www.southalabama.edu/departments/police/resources/fireandsafetyreport.pdf. You may also request a paper copy from the University Police office located at 290 Stadium Blvd, Beta Gamma Commons Building, Mobile, AL 36688.
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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