Provost and Executive Vice President

Seton Hall University seeks a candidate to serve as our Provost and Executive Vice President. Reporting directly to the President the Provost serves as the Universitys chief academic officer and is entrusted with advancing academic excellence ensuring alignment with our Catholic identity and mission strengthening research and scholarly achievement in line with our R2 designation supporting shared governance fostering faculty and student success and providing strategic leadership and vision to the academic enterprise.
Candidates must possess the vision integrity collaborative leadership and the experience necessary to guide the University through a rapidly evolving higher education landscape while remaining faithful to the values and traditions of our Catholic identity and mission.
The provost works collaboratively with faculty deans the priest community administrators students board members alumni external partners and cabinet counterparts to ensure that Seton Hall continues to flourish as a distinguished leader in Catholic higher education.

Duties and Responsibilities:

A successful candidate should demonstrate expertise and acumen in the following areas:

Academic Vision Strategy & Leadership
The provost provides overall leadership for the Universitys academic enterprise and is responsible for developing and implementing a forward-looking academic vision aligned with the Universitys strategic plan Catholic identity and mission and institutional priorities as indicated by but not limited to the following:
Leading comprehensive academic planning program development assessment and policy implementation to advance institutional priorities and strengthen academic effectiveness.
Ensuring academic quality rigor innovation and continuous improvement across all colleges schools and programs and ensuring we provide exceptional undergraduate graduate and professional educational experiences for our students.
Guiding accreditation regulatory compliance and accountability efforts to uphold the highest standards of academic excellence.
Setting the Universitys academic strategy and priorities in partnership with faculty and deans fostering interdisciplinarity and collaboration among faculty.
Stimulating the development implementation and evaluation of long-range academic plans that advance transformative student learning research innovation community engagement Catholic identity and mission and institutional sustainability.
Facilitating the development of innovative academic programs and strategic partnerships that respond to evolving student workforce societal and global needs.
In partnership with the Chief Information Officer providing the academic vision and faculty leadership necessary to advance the digital transformation of teaching learning and academic operations - including leading the Universitys academic response to artificial intelligence championing learning analytics and data-informed advising and articulating the academic requirements for technology investments that enhance the teacher-scholar relationship central to Seton Halls identity
Refining and advancing the Universitys academic vision through the expansion of new academic initiatives partnerships and other opportunities that strengthen the institutions academic reputation and impact.
Advising the President on matters relating to the Universitys academic mission priorities and operations.

Catholic Identity & Mission
As the chief academic steward of a Catholic university and a ministry of the Archdiocese of Newark the provost ensures that the Universitys Catholic identity and mission (as outlined in Seton Hall: A Catholic University) remain vitally present and operative components of academic life as indicated by but not limited to the following:
Promoting the four essential characteristics of a Catholic university as described in Ex corde Ecclesiae (13) across all colleges schools and programs
Championing the Catholic intellectual tradition and supporting the integration of faith and reason throughout the curriculum giving harmonious witness to the unity of all truth.
Fostering respectful thoughtful dialogue ethical leadership academic freedom and intellectual inquiry consistent with our Catholic identity and mission.
Creating a culture grounded in the dignity of every person as created in the image and likeness of God and care for the whole student enabling students to thrive academically grow personally and spiritually and discover lives of greater purpose meaning and servant leadership.
Supporting relationships with the University Priest Community and the Archdiocese of Newark in the preservation and promotion of our Catholic identity and mission and serving as a faithful steward of the Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology in preparing future priests for effective ministry.
Partnering with the Vice President for Mission and Ministry Student Affairs and other mission-oriented campus partners to cultivate a campus culture of belonging welcoming and hospitality where care for the poor and marginalized are prioritized through academic programs in line with Catholic social teaching and our understanding of the dignity of the human person.
Working collaboratively with the President and Executive Cabinet to embody the principles of servant leadership and acting for the greater good of our community students and Catholic identity and mission.

Academic Operations & Financial Resource Management
The provost provides oversight for the operations of Academic Affairs including the colleges schools libraries academic support functions institutional research graduate enrollment registrar study abroad and other academic units as indicated by but not limited to the following:
Supervising and developing academic deans associate provosts and other senior academic leaders and fostering a culture of excellence accountability collaboration and innovation across the academic enterprise.
Overseeing the financial resources of Academic Affairs including budget management stewardship of endowed funds fiscal responsibility strategic resource allocation and long-range budget and enrollment planning in support of the Universitys mission and institutional priorities.
Recruiting developing and supporting outstanding faculty by promoting excellence in teaching scholarship creative activity professional formation and faculty-led innovation.
Providing strategic oversight and leadership for the Office of the Registrar ensuring security data integrity and regulatory compliance as well as working to leverage the registrar as a strategic asset in collaboration with academic units to advance academic planning and forecasting.
Leveraging data-informed analysis and institutional effectiveness measures to support academic planning strategic decision-making and the continuous improvement of programs services and student outcomes.
Ensuring compliance with accreditation standards regulatory requirements and University policies while overseeing regional accreditation specialized program accreditations assessment activities and academic program review processes.
Developing and implementing academic policies assessment frameworks and quality assurance practices that advance institutional effectiveness and promote continuous academic improvement.
Overseeing graduate affairs across all colleges to drive enrollment optimize discount rates maximize net revenue and improve retention and partner with relevant stakeholders to deliver support services that foster graduate student belonging and success.

Faculty Affairs and Shared Governance
The provost serves as the Universitys principal academic leader for faculty matters and promotes effective shared governance as indicated by but not limited to the following:
Understanding of faculty affairs and a deep appreciation for the principles and practices of shared governance that are essential to successful university leadership.
Overseeing faculty recruitment retention development promotion tenure and recognition.
Supporting excellence in teaching scholarship creative activity and service.
Maintaining strong relationships and regular communications with faculty senate and other governance bodies.
Advocating for faculty resources and creating an environment where faculty can thrive as teachers and scholars.
Promoting interdisciplinary collaboration among faculty programs colleges schools and academic support units.

Teaching Research Scholarship & Hands-on Learning

In line with our Great Minds Greater Purpose strategic plan the provost will support transformational hands-on learning experiences through support of research scholarship innovation programing and partnerships while enhancing Seton Halls strong commitment to teaching and student success as indicated by but not limited to the following:

• Promoting excellence in teaching research scholarship and innovation across the University and creating opportunities for students to engage in research and scholarly inquiry alongside faculty as part of a transformative educational experience.
• Advancing strategies that enhance research productivity expand sponsored research and external funding opportunities and elevate the Universitys reputation as an R2 research institution.
• Encouraging the development of faculty-led high-impact experiential learning opportunities that connect theory to practice extend learning beyond the classroom and deepen student engagement.
• Expanding opportunities for undergraduate graduate and professional students to participate in research internships clinical experiences service-learning study abroad and other high-impact experiential learning activities.
• Strengthening collaborations with industry healthcare community governmental and educational partners that enrich the academic experience and create meaningful opportunities for students and faculty.
• Integrating technology and emerging educational practices into the learning environment in ways that enhance teaching effectiveness student learning and academic innovation.
• Encouraging innovation in pedagogy curriculum design and program delivery to meet the evolving needs of students employers society and the Church.

Institutional Leadership Collaboration Communication and External Engagement

As a member of the Cabinet the provost plays a central role in external and University-wide leadership as indicated by but not limited to the following:

• Working closely with Student Affairs Finance Enrollment Management Advancement Athletics Mission and Ministry and other Cabinet counterparts to ensure collaboration and synergy.
• Partnering with the Vice President for Enrollment Management to ensure that academic program development new program launches and program review processes are informed by enrollment trends market demands and workforce data - so the academic portfolio remains attractive and relevant to prospective students.

• Cultivating meaningful relationships with donors alumni board members corporations and foundations in partnership with Advancement to secure philanthropic support for academic priorities expand institutional resources and advance strategic initiatives.
• Working with the Vice President for Student Affairs to support student success and persistence and providing strategic partnership on support services such as tutoring advising and career development.
• Representing the academic interests of the University by working with governing board committees the Faculty Senate and by making periodic reports to the Board of Regents and the Board of Trustees.
• Ensuring the implementation of Seton Halls Strategic Plan in collaboration with faculty deans and cabinet counterparts.
• Representing Seton Hall with academic associations accrediting agencies governmental organizations church leaders donors and external partners.
• Building partnerships with educational institutions industry healthcare nonprofit and educational organizations.
• Serving as an ambassador for the institution regionally nationally and internationally.
• Representing the president and University at regional and national conferences and meetings and events on and off campus. Creating an environment that encourages excellence service and innovation among faculty and programs.

Required Qualifications:

Doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution.
Demonstrates a clear understanding and personal appreciation for our Catholic identity and mission and the expectations of the role considering our Catholic diocesan tradition.
A minimum of at least 12-15 years of experience in higher education.
Distinguished teaching scholarship and academic achievement sufficient to merit appointment as a tenured full professor.
Demonstrated success in strategic planning academic administration and organizational leadership.
Knowledge of accreditation assessment and higher education regulatory environments.
Experience managing budgets personnel and complex institutional initiatives.
Strong communication relationship-building and collaborative leadership skills.

Desired Qualifications:

Priority for candidates currently employed at Seton Hall University.
Priority given to candidates with significant experience in progressively responsible academic leadership positions such as service as department chair dean associate dean provost associate provost or similar senior academic role.

Salary Range:

$450000-$550000 per year

Exempt/Nonexempt:Exempt

Physical Demands: General Office Environment

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Priority Deadline is October 19 2026

Benefits Information:

Full Time Benefits

Life today is complex. Thats why Seton Hall University offers a comprehensive package of benefits and programs to help you simplify and enrich your life.

These benefits are important elements of your total university compensation package. Benefits include but are not limited to bundled medical prescription and vision insurance dental insurance and life insurance and retirement plan. More information is available at Hall University is located in South Orange New Jersey 14 miles from New York City. It is the oldest Catholic diocesan institution of higher education in the United States and is home to about 6300 undergraduate and 3700 graduate students. A vibrant and culturally inclusive community Seton Hall pursues academic excellence and ethical development in a collaborative environment and prepares its students to be servant leaders in their professional and community lives. Seton Hall University is an equal opportunity employer. It honors diverse perspectives and welcomes employees from all faith turn its employees respect Catholic beliefs and valuesengage in servant leadership and support the Universitys mission as a Catholic institution of higher education.