Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives

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Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives

Salary

$115,000.00 - $125,000.00 Annually

Location

Dobbs Ferry, NY

Job Type

Full Time Staff

Job Number

00876

Division

Provost's Office

Department

Provost's Office

Opening Date

01/21/2025

Union Status

Non-Union

• Description

• Benefits

Job Posting Summary

The Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives to the Provost serves as a senior advisor and strategic partner to the university’s Provost team, playing a critical role in the administration, coordination, and execution of the Provost’s agenda. This position ensures the effective functioning of the Office of the Provost Senior Team, facilitates communication and collaboration across university leadership, and supports the achievement of institutional priorities. The Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives acts as a trusted confidant, providing insight, strategy, and problem-solving expertise to advance the university’s academic and operational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership and Advisory

• Collaborate closely with the Provost and Leadership Team to develop, implement, and assess strategic initiatives that align with the university’s mission and goals

• Provide high-level advice, analysis, and recommendations on key academic, administrative, and operational matters

• Act as a liaison between the Provost and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring timely communication and alignment of priorities

Operational Oversight

• Manage the daily operations of the Provost, ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and adherence to institutional policies

• Oversee and prioritize the Provost’s schedule, ensuring time is allocated to the most critical tasks and initiatives

• Coordinate and facilitate Provost-led meetings, including preparing agendas, briefing materials, and follow-up actions

• Supervises the Academic Affairs Administrator

Communication and Collaboration

• Fosters open lines of communication with Associate Provosts, deans, faculty, staff, and other university leaders

• Draft, review, and edit correspondence, speeches, and reports on behalf of the Provost

• Ensure consistent messaging and alignment of goals across academic and administrative units

Project Management

• Lead and manage cross-functional projects and initiatives assigned by the Provost, ensuring timely completion and alignment with institutional objectives

• Monitor progress on university priorities and provide regular updates to the Provost and other stakeholders

• Identify potential challenges and proactively develop solutions to address them

Leadership Support and Team Development

• Support the professional development of team members and ensure alignment with the university’s values

• Represent the Provost at meetings and events as needed, ensuring a high level of professionalism and effectiveness

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Advanced degree in higher education administration, business, public policy, or a related field; a terminal degree is preferred

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive leadership experience, preferably in higher education or a similarly complex organization

Skills and Competencies

• Exceptional organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and foster collaboration across diverse groups

• Proven ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and professionalism

• Leadership experience with a track record of fostering team growth and development

• Proficiency in project management tools and techniques

Preferred Qualifications:

• Familiarity with the governance structure, policies, and culture of higher education institutions

• Experience working closely with executive leadership in an academic setting

Working Conditions:

• This is a full-time position that may require occasional evening and weekend hours

• The Deputy Provost for Strategic Initiatives must be available to travel as needed for university-related events and engagements

Compensation and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience

• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities

This position is ideal for a dynamic, results-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about advancing the mission of higher education.

About Mercy

Mercy University is a dynamic, independent, coeducational New York City areauniversity that offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate programs in six schools: Business, Education, Health and Natural Sciences, Liberal Arts, Nursing, and Social and Behavioral Sciences.

Mercy is the region's largest private, nonprofit, Minority-Serving Institution , proud to serve a student body that is highly diverse. As a federally designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI), Mercy University, has been ranked nationally among top colleges in the country for Hispanics by the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and by Excelencia in Education, earning their prestigious Seal of Excelencia for intentionally serving Latino students.

Mercy University was further recognized by HACU as a national leader in awarding bachelor's degrees to Hispanics in several disciplines, including Psychology, Sociology , and Business. Westchester Magazine has also named Mercy the Best College in Westchester County in 2019, 2020, and 2022.

Mercy is committed to offering an inclusive learning environment to help a diverse student body set a course for their future. To support its student body, Mercy has been awarded a number of federal grants which enable us to better develop and deliver education to our students.

Mercy’s student body reflects the rich diversity of the New York metropolitan area. Enrollment, including full-time and part-time undergraduates and graduates, is approximately 8,800. Mercy students learn oncampuses in Dobbs Ferry, the Bronx, andManhattan as well as online.

At Mercy University we strive to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Our Mission:

Mercy University is committed to providing motivated students the opportunity to transform their lives through higher education by offering liberal arts and professional programs in personalized and high-quality learning environments, thus preparing students to embark on rewarding careers, to continue learning throughout their lives and to act ethically and responsibly in a changing world.

EEO Statement

Mercy University is an equal opportunity employer. Mercy University actively engages in recruiting a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and strives to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, height, weight, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

As part of this commitment, Mercy University will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact The Office of Human Resources at (914) 674-7839, Option 6 or via email atHR@mercy.edu.

The posted salary range for this position is based on several legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the organization. Mercy is committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local pay equity laws.

Campus Safety

Mercy University is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for all. Information regarding campus safety can be found here. (https://www.mercy.edu/media/annual-security-and-fire-safety-report-1042023)

Mercy University strives to provide employees and their families with a comprehensive and valuable benefits package. We offer high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts, flexible spending, and much more.

Health Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

EmblemHealth HIP Prime HMO (Union Staff)

Dental Insurance:

UnitedHealthcare Oxford

In-network and out-of-network plan options

Vision Insurance:

UntitedHealthcare Oxford

Paid Time Off:

Mercy University provides generous leave benefits to its employees.

Disabilities & Workers Compensation Insurance:

Coverage in accordance with New York State regulations

Life Insurance:

Long-Term Disability:The Hartford

Short-Term Disability:The Hartford

Flexible Spending Account (FSA):

Ameriflex

Retirement Benefits:

TIAA

The Mercy University Retirement Plan is comprised of two components:

Deferred Compensation Plan

All eligible employees may contribute to the Deferred Compensation Plan on a pre-tax basis upon joining the University.

Defined Contribution Plan

Eligible employees are enrolled in the Defined Contribution Plan after two (2) years of full-time employment at Mercy University and receive a semi-monthly contribution from the College, based on age and salary. If an employee is under age 36, they will receive a contribution of 3.3% of their annual salary each pay period. If an employee is age 36 or older, they will receive a contribution of 9% of their annual salary each pay period.

If employed full-time for two (2) or more consecutive years by another institution(s) of higher education (college or university), without an intervening break in service within the last twelve (12) months prior to employment before joining Mercy, please submit a waiting period waiver form to Office of Human Resources. The Defined Contribution will begin as of the first day of the month following receipt of the completed waiver form.

Remote Work:

Mercy University recognizes the important role that workplace flexibility can play in an employee’s ability to manage work-life balance.

Learn more about our remote work policyhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/remote-work-policy-final) .

Tuition Remission: Staff & Faculty

Mercy University provides a competitive education to students and extends that formal education opportunity to employees, and their spouses/domestic partners, and dependents at a reduced tuition rate through this Tuition Remission Benefits Policy for Mercy Employees.

Learn more about our tuition remissionhere (https://www.mercy.edu/media/tuition-remission) .

Tuition Exchange:

We are a member of the Tuition Exchange Program. Employees are eligible to apply for the Tuition Exchange Program after completing two (2) consecutive years of full-time employment.

Employee Assistance Program:

Compsych

Voluntary Benefits:

Allstate Identity Protection

LegalEase

Liberty Mutual Auto & Homeowners

Nationwide Pet Insurance

PlumBenefits

ScriptSave

Working Advantage

Note: The above describes a brief summary of benefits and is subject to change.

Employer

Mercy University

Address

555 Broadway

Dobbs Ferry, New York, 10522

Phone

914-674-7839

Website

http://www.mercy.edu

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