Wheaton College - Norton, MA
posted 4 months ago
The Director of Faculty Affairs and Academic Operations plays a crucial role within the Office of the Provost at Wheaton College, overseeing the operations of various academic affairs units, including faculty and academic departments, the Library, Registrar, Academic Advising, Global Education, and Arts and Innovation Spaces. This position is responsible for providing leadership on curriculum matters, faculty governance, and the overall academic vision and planning of the college. Reporting directly to the Provost, the Director ensures the strategic, efficient, and effective administration of key office operations, working collaboratively with various constituents across the college to define, develop, and direct effective systems, practices, and administrative policies. The Director's responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, overseeing the faculty appointment process, and facilitating faculty scholarship and promotions. Additionally, the Director acts as the liaison for reaccreditation efforts with the New England Commission on Higher Education and addresses sensitive faculty affairs matters as the Title IX liaison for faculty. This role requires strategic thinking to drive smooth operations, a dedication to collaboration with other departments, and the capacity to lead and manage multiple priorities effectively. The Director must operate with discretion and confidentiality, particularly when handling sensitive faculty matters, and must demonstrate a commitment to inclusion and equity in all operations of the Office of the Provost. In this position, the Director will also coordinate assessment efforts and reports, collaborate with Institutional Research on faculty data and surveys, manage the faculty Visa process, and oversee the sabbatical and leave processes. The Director will serve on key academic and faculty committees and participate in various college workgroups, contributing to the overall mission and goals of the institution.