Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs Position Available In Orange, Florida

Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs
Employer
University of Central Florida
Location
Florida, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Mar 21, 2025
View more categories Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs The University of Central Florida (UCF) invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for the position of Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs (Provost & EVPAA). Reporting directly to the President, the Provost & EVPAA serves as UCF’s Chief Academic Officer and is a key leader in advancing the university’s strategic vision to grow as Florida’s Premier Engineering and Technology University and one of the nation’s most dynamic and innovative institutions. In addition, they will be a key leader in Florida’s higher education system, which has been ranked #1 by U.S. News and World Report for eight consecutive years. The University
The University of Central Florida is on a mission toinvent the future of higher education. As abold, action-driven, and ambitious institution, UCF is redefining what it means to be apreeminent public research university, unleashing the full potential of our students, faculty, and partners to drive discovery, innovation, and impact. UCF is one of the Top 5 Most Innovative Public Universities in the country, consistently recognized for its rapid ascent as a national leader in education, research, and innovation. Located inOrlando, Florida – one of the fastest-growing technology and innovation hubs in the

U.S. – UCF

is deeply connected to industry partners in aerospace, defense, healthcare, hospitality, digital media, and emerging technologies. More than 33,000 beds of student housing, including 12,000 beds of UCF-affiliated or UCF-managed housing, have been built to serve students at UCF’s 1,420-acre main campus. UCF anchors the state’s nearly$9 billion modeling and simulation industry, and its main campus is adjacent to one of the nation’s top research parks, fostering strong opportunities for research and education partnerships. The university’s enrollment is approaching 70,000 students, which includes approximately 9,600 graduate students, across UCF’s four campuses and online. The university’s 13 colleges offer 111 bachelor’s and 98 master’s degrees, 33 research doctorates, three professional doctorates and three specialist degree programs. UCF’s academic programs engage strategically with industry to create hands-on learning and research opportunities for our students. UCF has developed campuses across Central Florida that align select academic programs with vibrant industry clusters. Our Academic Health Sciences Center in Lake Nona, Orlando’s Medical City, is home to our College of Medicine and in Fall 2025 will be the home of our College of Nursing. UCF Downtown is anchored by the Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy, the No. 2 graduate video gaming program in the country. And our Rosen College of Hospitality Management, the No. 1 hospitality program in the country, is in the heart of Orlando’s tourism corridor. The university employs more than13,000 people, operates on a$2.2 billion budget, and exceeded$284 million in research expendituresin FY24. For more information about UCF, please visit https://www.ucf.edu/. Position Summary
The Provost & EVP will workcollaboratively with the President, Deans, and facultyto reimagine academic programs, prioritize interdisciplinary collaboration, andinvest in talent and infrastructure to accelerate UCF’s ascent. This leader will be responsible forstrategic resource allocation to drive academic innovation and excellence, ensuring UCF remains a highly desired destination for students, faculty, and researchers who dare to believe in what’s possible. Additionally, the Provost & EVP will serve as a key partner in advancing research, faculty scholarship, and external engagement, positioning UCF as a driving force in Florida’s economic and technological landscape. This leader will also be responsible for oversight ofacademic policy development, compliance, and accreditation standards, ensuring institutional integrity and regulatory alignment. The Provost & EVP will oversee the academic development of UCF’sAcademic Health Sciences Center and the College of Medicine at Lake Nona and will also lead the growth and development of UCF Downtown, theRosen College of Hospitality Management, and university programs across the region to strengthen their alignment with industry clusters and community needs. This leader will also serve as apublic-facing representativeof UCF, engaging withgovernment leaders, industry partners, alumni, donors, and other key stakeholders, and sharing responsibility with the President for representing UCF’s academic enterprise to external audiences. Through a commitment tofaculty development and shared governance, and a relentless drive for academic excellence, the next Provost & EVP will be instrumental in leading UCF into the future — one defined bybreakthroughs, bold leadership, and unstoppable momentum. For a full position profile and list of accomplishments, please visit: https://www.spaexec.com/pd/UCF-PEVPAA.pdf. Applications/Nominations
The Search Committee will begin reviewing applications immediately. Applicants must submit a current curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience. Submission of materials via e-mail is strongly encouraged. Nominations should include the contact information of the nominee. In accordance with the State of Florida’s open records laws, all nominations, applications, and letters of interest will be made public. Applications and letters of nomination should be submitted by email to: Alberto Pimentel, Managing Partner
Sal Venegas Jr., Partner
Matthew Herrera, Senior Associate

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Whittier, CA 90601 The University of Central Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As a Florida public university, UCF makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request. The University of Central Florida is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer. jeid-a707ff036253477a9e365f7ba26b852b