Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology seeks an experienced professional and demonstrated leader to serve as Provost and Senior Administrator. This position provides academic and administrative leadership and direction for all units and personnel. In addition, the position provides executive oversight of campus operations, including finance, facilities, and all major administrative functions, ensuring the effective management of the institution as a whole.
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Provost and Senior Administrator reports directly to the OSU President and to the OSU-Stillwater Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and provides academic and administrative leadership and direction for all units and personnel. This position oversees all credit and noncredit offerings of OSUIT at all sites and through all delivery modalities. In addition, the position provides executive oversight of campus operations, including finances, facilities, and all major administrative functions, ensuring the effective management of the institution as a whole. Direct reports include the Vice President of Operations, Vice President for Student Services, Vice Provost, Registrar, Assistant Vice President of Academic Affairs and Executive Dean and all academic deans. The Provost will be responsible for ensuring courses and programs offered are consistent with the strategy of the OSU System.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Administrative & Organizational
- Provides academic leadership for the organization and development of university readiness initiatives.
- Organizes professional development for faculty to include new academic innovations.
- Ensures the effective application of faculty and academic staff resources to meeting student educational needs and OSU System priorities.
- Responsible for overseeing the assigned workloads of academic personnel, including the approval and assignment of adjunct faculty.
- Ensures that faculty and academic staff provide effective educational advising for all degree-seeking students.
- Responsible for all administrative and operational functions of the institution.
Investigative & Strategic
- Ensures full commitment and collaboration in achieving the university’s mission, vision and strategic initiatives.
- Responsible for academic program and curriculum development and evaluation.
- Ensures the assessment of student learning, including the use of data for meaningful improvements.
- Oversees the development of proposals and new programs of study and provides campus-wide leadership on academic-related issues.
Coordination & Communication
- Ensures the academic offerings are consistent with OSU System priorities.
- Oversees the development of the University’s catalog.
- Ensures the relevance of educational programs to community needs through effective use of industry advisors and advisory boards.
- Provides leadership for the Academic Council.
- Serves as a member of the President’s Cabinet and the Administrative Council.
- Coordinates efforts with other academic affairs leaders within the OSU System, including helping facilitate smooth transfer experiences within the system.
- Maintains communication with the Oklahoma State Regents of Higher Education staff.
- Provides leadership and direction for the creation of program-specific articulation agreements with state, regional and national colleges and universities.
- Serves as a liaison to external constituencies, including other educational organizations, employers, community organizations, and others as assigned.
Procedural & Compliance
- Oversees the development and management of the Academic Affairs budget.
- Responsible for the fulfillment of academic reporting requirements.
- Responsible for academic accreditation, including the research and compiling of required institutional information and documentation.
- Responsible for the development, interpretation and clarification of academic policies and procedures and compliance with them.
- Provides oversight of the academic appeals process and is responsible for granting exceptions to university academic policy when justified.
Skills & Abilities
- Demonstrated ability to plan and organize complex programs and processes, ensuring high standards for curriculum and instruction.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively engage area communities and leaders and represent the campus at community and professional events.
- Ability to learn and work within the policies of the State Regents, OSU System, and institution related to student admission, placement, retention, academic records, and credential completion.
- Knowledge of and experience in working with educational technologies.
- An understanding of the character and mission of land-grant colleges and universities.
- Strong understanding of qualitative and quantitative research, data analysis, budgets, and reporting.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively recognize and resolve conflict.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Education
- Earned doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
Experience
- A history of demonstrating ethical and professional behavior.
- Five or more years of progressive managerial leadership in higher education at the dean level or higher at an institute of higher education with technical programs.
- Five or more years of teaching experience in a higher education environment.
- Experience in serving as a productive liaison with internal and external postsecondary constituencies at multiple levels.
- Experience in academic program development and evaluation.
- Specialized and regional accreditation experience.
APPLICATION & NOMINATION PROCESS
Applications
All application packets must include the following:
1) A letter of application that outlines the candidate’s (a) interest in and qualifications for the position, and (b) leadership philosophy.
2) Current curriculum vitae or résumé
3) At least four references with full contact information including e-mail (References will not be contacted without consent from applicant.)
Submit application materials online, preferably as PDFs. Additional information is requested with the submission of materials. For best consideration, complete applications should be received before February 8, 2026.
Nominations
Submit nominations with complete contact and e-mail information for the individual being nominated.
Consultants
Oklahoma State University System has retained Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting to assist the Search Committee in its identification and review of candidates. Kenny Daugherty, President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, and Brianna Douglas, Vice President of Myers McRae Executive Search and Consulting, are the lead consultants for this search. Request a conversation regarding this search by e-mailing KennyDaugherty@myersmcrae.com or BriannaDouglas@myersmcrae.com.
