Priority Application Deadline (Posting will remain open until filled): Tuesday, August 19, 2025 @ 11:55pm PST

Position Summary

The Vice Provost for Faculty Success is a member of the Provost’s senior leadership team and serves as the principal faculty development manager in the Division of Academic Affairs. In this role, the Vice Provost for Faculty Success will help manage initiatives and priorities of the Provost’s Office. In collaboration with Deans, and Faculty Senate, they will improve faculty development processes. They will provide guidance to leadership to ensure planning aligns with the priorities of the University’s Strategic Plan. The Vice Provost for Faculty Success oversees the Office of Faculty Affairs and its team of academic professionals and collaborates with Human Resources and academic units. Additionally, this position has oversight responsibility for appointment, retention, tenure and promotion of faculty, faculty and chair development, and the Center for Teaching & Learning.

FLSA: Exempt (Not eligible for overtime compensation)

Anticipated Hiring Range: $10,106 per month - $14,700 per month; commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.

CSU Classification Salary Range: $10,106 per month - $32,441 per month

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Salary Grade/Range: 1

Recruitment Type: At-will

Time Base: Full-Time

Pay Plan: 12 months 

Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 5 p.m. Work hours may vary dependent on department needs. Position works on-site. 

Department Information 

Academic Affairs provides leadership to the academic and educational activity of the University.  As part of Academic Affairs, the Office for Faculty Success seeks to centralize resources for faculty so that they may thrive throughout their career at Sacramento State.

Learn more at: https://www.csus.edu/academic-affairs/faculty-success/

Required Qualifications 

Education/Experience

1. Terminal degree and additional academic qualifications that would merit appointment as a tenured faculty member or equivalent in a discipline represented in the University.
2. Five years of progressively responsible leadership experience in higher education or related field.
3. Recent and demonstrated commitment to working with a diverse faculty, staff and student population;
4. Demonstrated experience with hiring practice that promote a diverse and inclusive learning environment;
5. Experience overseeing and managing faculty lifecycle processes (e.g., recruitments & appointments, Retention/Tenure/Promotion (RTP), leaves, etc.) with emphasis on inclusive and equitable practices.
6. Knowledge and experience in the area of faculty professional development.
7. Experience or willingness to develop expertise with shared governance and collective bargaining.
8. Experience with and commitment to interdisciplinary programs and scholarship.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Demonstrated commitment to and experience with:

9. Providing leadership and work collegially, collaboratively and inclusively to meet the mission/goals of the University and Academic Affairs;
10. Excellence in both undergraduate and graduate teaching and learning practices that foster the success of diverse student and faculty populations;
11. Demonstrated leadership acumen including strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills across all organizational levels, the ability to build and lead high functioning teams, and analytical skills to link evidence with desired outcomes.
12. Developing faculty policies and navigating their implementation within the framework of collective bargaining agreements and faculty governance structures.
13. Handling sensitive personnel issues with confidentiality.
14. Utilizing excellent organization and time management skills.
15. Proven track record of promoting faculty success across all backgrounds by identifying and addressing systemic barriers, including those related to race, ethnicity, culture, disability, and other areas of difference.
16. Maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment with diverse colleagues and constituents including faculty, students, staff, and members of the community.
17. Experience mentoring and supporting faculty from underrepresented backgrounds in their career advancement

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Ability to pass background check

Preferred Qualifications

 18.Experience with and a commitment to a Liberal Arts education;

19. Knowledge of the California State University System policies;

20. Ability to represent the Provost effectively with senior management and with groups of faculty and students;

21. Ability to create and maintain strong relationships within a multi-dimensional environment;

22. Utmost discretion in dealing with confidential information.

23. Demonstrated understanding of personnel-related laws like Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Whistleblower, and Conflict of Interest, Higher Education Employer-Employee Relations Act (HEERA), Title VII, Title IX, etc.

Documents Needed to Apply (2)

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.

About Sacramento State

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State is a Hispanic and AANAPISI serving institution with about 31,000 students coming not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission:

“As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students to lead, serve, and succeed. Sacramento State will be a welcoming, caring, and inclusive leader in education, innovation, and engagement.” As the regional hub of higher education, Sacramento State is dedicated to learning and student success; teaching, research, scholarship and creative activity; justice, diversity, equity and inclusion; resource development and sustainability; dedicated community engagement, and wellness and safety.

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code, Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued.  Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning. 

To learn more about why you should join the Hornet Family, please visit the Why Sac State? page.

Equal Employment Opportunity
California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

It is the policy of California State University, Sacramento to provide reasonable accommodations for qualified persons with disabilities who are employees or applicants for employment. If you need a disability related reasonable accommodation as part of the application and/or interviewing process, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/benefits/reasonable-accomodation.html.

The University is committed to creating an education and working environment free from discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. For more information on mandatory training for new employees, visit https://www.csus.edu/administration-business-affairs/human-resources/learning-development/support/csu-learn.html.

Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act and Campus Fire Safety Right-To-know Act Notification:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), the current Annual Security Report (ASR) is available for viewing at https://www.csus.edu/clery. The ASR contains the current security and safety-related policy statements, emergency preparedness and evacuation information, crime prevention and sexual assault prevention information, and drug and alcohol prevention programming. The ASR also contains statistics of Clery Act crimes for Sacramento State for the last three (3) calendar years. Paper copies are available upon request from the Office of Clery Compliance & Training by emailing clery@csus.edu.

Under the Clery Act, this position may be designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA) depending upon the role on campus and/or job duties. If this position is identified by the Director of Clery Compliance & Training as a CSA position, you will be notified via email and will be assigned the appropriate training in CSU Learn.

Background Check Disclaimer

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with California State University, Sacramento. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current California State University, Sacramento employees who apply for the position.

COVID19 Vaccination Policy

Effective May 2023, per the CSU COVID-19 Vaccination Policy, it is strongly recommended that all California State University, Sacramento employees who are accessing office and campus facilities follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications. 

Out of State Employment

Sacramento State University, as part of the CSU system, is a State of California Employer. As such, the University requires all employees (up)on date of hire to reside in the State of California.

As of January 1, 2022 the CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy prohibits the hiring of employees to perform CSU-related work outside the state of California.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agency for staff and management positions (ie. H-1-B Visa).

Note to Applicants:

Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview unless required by collective bargaining agreement.