Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

Description The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer of the institution and a member of the Senior Staff and President's Council. This person works with the President and college leadership to advance the strategic vision of Hilbert College, rooted in its Catholic, Franciscan mission and values.This person also supervises and directs all curricular and instructional matters, degree programs (associate, bachelor and graduate, online and in-person), academic planning, faculty recruitment,and faculty development, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and scholarship. The Provost/VPAA serves as the senior officer of the institution under the President, and in the absence of the President assumes responsibility for the leadership of the institution. As a key member of Hilbert's community, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will lead with Franciscan humility and collaboration, cultivating relationships across campus that strengthen community and uphold the sacred worth and dignity of every individual. Key Responsibilities: The successful candidate will: Supervise all personnel and activities that directly influence the primary educational mission of the institution and student support services. This includes oversight of the library, academic support services, the Center for Excellence in Learning, registration and records and institutional effectiveness. Design and implement a comprehensive, strategic, and entrepreneurial academic master plan that prioritizes long-term financial success. Guide academic planning, program development, and academic assessment for both Hilbert College and Hilbert College Global. Collaborate with strategic partners to develop a comprehensive plan for improving retention, persistence, and graduation rates. Support faculty recruitment, retention, mentoring, and professional development for both Hilbert College and Hilbert College Global. Advocate for resources to ensure all students can experience academic success. Oversee the academic budget and manage the expenditures of funds. Collaborate with faculty leadership to review and update the Faculty Handbook annually. Represent the College in external matters and work with senior administrators in fundraising related to academic matters. Model Franciscan values to ensure all members of the college community feel valued and supported and have equitable access to educational and professional opportunities. Provides oversight to the Student Life team in collaboration with the Dean of Students. Desired Qualifications: A Ph.D. or terminal degree in a field of study either supported by the college or closely related to its curriculum. Extensive teaching experience and have held the rank of Associate Professor or above; tenure preferred. Demonstrated success in academic administration and commitment to shared governance. The ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with a variety of constituents through a commitment to shared governance. Experience working effectively in an environment that requires prioritization and efficient use of existing resources and strategic creation of new resources. Experience managing faculty and staff relationships and conducting reviews based upon institutional grievance policies. The ability to build consensus in a complex organization. Demonstrated experience in creating innovative educational programs. Demonstrated success in cultivating a diverse and inclusive working environment. Strong collaborative and leadership skills. A deep understanding of higher education operations. Experience with grant writing and grant oversight preferred. Review of applications will begin mid-January and continue until the position is filled.Applications received by February 13, 2026 will receive full consideration. Compensation: $180,000.00 -$185,000.00 This is the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, performance, and organizational needs. Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time Open Date 12/18/2025 About the Organization Hilbert College, located in suburban Hamburg, N.Y., south of Buffalo, is a private four-year college founded in 1957 in the Catholic Franciscan tradition. Hilbert is a dynamic Western New York college that offers career-focused majors, including one of the top criminal justice programs in the region, and more than 50 minors and concentrations. Hilbert's personal approach to learning combines liberal arts with an outstanding professionally-focused education that's taught by professors who bring a depth of real-world experience to the classroom. The college's engaging, student-centered campus community offers numerous leadership, internship and service learning opportunities from which students launch successful careers while making positive changes in their communities. Hilbert's Mission: Hilbert College is an independent institution of higher learning that embraces its Catholic Franciscan heritage and values. Students from diverse backgrounds are educated in liberal arts and professional programs to become informed citizens committed to serving and strengthening their communities. EOE Statement: Hilbert College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse community of faculty, staff and students. The College does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of any protected characteristics covered under federal or state law. For more details, see the Colleges policy at This position is currently accepting applications.

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