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Office of the Provost, Faculty Affairs
The Office of Faculty Affairs is committed to supporting the careers of our faculty colleagues, who are dedicated to inclusive research, teaching, and service activities that advance the mission and vision of UMBC. The Office of Faculty Affairs is responsible for facilitating the recruitment, development and retention of faculty members and increasing the diversity of our faculty.
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| Position Overview: |
Under the direction of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, the Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs at UMBC will direct a variety of campus-wide programmatic initiatives and will lead on institutional processes to recruit, retain, and advance a diverse and inclusive faculty. In this role, the Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs will also provide expertise to senior administrators to develop and reshape campus policies and practices to promote diversity, inclusion, equity, and access (DEIA).
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| Why Work at UMBC? |
UMBC offers competitive compensation. This role starts at $139,000 and has over 4 weeks of vacation for regular full time roles. Tuition remission is also available.
What is it like to work at UMBC? Check out Glassdoor or Indeed. And read about our recent award, UMBC is a 2023 Great College to Work for…. In every category.
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| Telework: |
A hybrid telework schedule may be available.
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| Responsibilities: |
Working with the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Collaborate with administrators, campus constituents, and external constituents to advance UMBC's commitment to increase faculty diversity and inclusive excellence.
- Contribute to and administer programming related to faculty diversity initiatives.
- Collect and analyze data and envision strategies to recruit, maintain, and promote faculty members at UMBC.
- Oversee the administration of UMBC's Faculty Diversity Initiative, ADVANCE Program, Postdoctoral Fellows for Faculty Diversity Program, the Eminent Scholar Mentor Program, and the On-Ramps to Full Professor Program.
- Provide support to the Provost's ADVANCE Executive Committee, the Committee on the Recruitment, Retention, and Advancement of Underrepresented Minority Faculty, UMBC's Faculty Affinity Groups, and STRIDE.
- Maintain an accurate record of full-time faculty titles, ranks, primary and secondary affiliations, and other key elements of faculty employment status to support faculty advancement.
- Build strategic partnerships across campus to support and enhance UMBC faculty development.
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| Required Minimum Qualifications: |
- Masters' Degree
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management skills
- Knowledge of methods for advancing faculty members' professional development
- Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with faculty members, administrators, and staff members in all disciplines and at all levels
- Commitment to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty
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| Preferred Qualifications: |
- Ph.D.
- 3-5 Years Experience
- Experience working in a faculty environment
- Grant writing
- Strong record of teaching, research, service, and academic leadership
- Demonstrated contributions to UMBC's mission, vision, and values
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| Background Screening Statement: |
A background check will be required.
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Upload a cover letter and a resume.
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| Closing Date: |
Open Until Filled |
| Benefits: |
UMBC offers a rich benefits package.
Regular and grant funded regular positions (Full benefits summary click here):
Generous Leave which includes accruing:
- 22 Days of Annual Leave
- 15 Days of Sick Leave
- 15 Holidays
- 3 Personal Days
Tuition Remission:
- 8 credit hours per semester
- Tuition remission at UMBC for eligible dependents after two years of FT employment
Additional Benefits:
- Life and disability insurance
- Retirement plans (including the choice of joining the pension plan)
- Professional development opportunities
- Wellness opportunities
- & Much more
Contingent II positions may include some benefits.
Benefits offered align with type (Regular, Contingent II, etc.) of position.
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| Salary: |
Salary starts at $139,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. |
| Hours: |
Full-Time |
| Type: |
Regular |
| FLSA Status: |
Exempt |
| Equal Opportunity Statement: |
UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from women, minority group members, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. |
| Title IX: |
As an institution that receives federal financial assistance, UMBC adheres to Title IX and does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For more information about Title IX and contact information for Title IX Coordinator click here. |
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Accommodation:
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If you require a reasonable accommodation for a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 410-455-2337 or MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
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| Work Authorization |
As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation upon hire showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work. |