Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs

About the Position:  Reporting to the President of the university, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs provides administrative and innovative leadership to Winona State University’s division of Academic Affairs. The Chief Academic Officer provides vision and direction for faculty staff and students that strengthens the academic environment while advancing the strategic goals of Winona State University.  This is a full-time/at-will administrator position.  The salary range is $167,029 - $267,356 with salary placement based upon qualifications and experience.

Qualifications: An earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institution and at least ten (10) years of demonstrated successful and progressively significant leadership experience in higher education, including at least five (5) years in Assistant or Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs position or a Dean position.

About Winona State University: Founded in 1858, Winona State University is a regional public university and the oldest member of the Minnesota State system. Offering more than 200 majors and programs, Winona State has the #1 Student Success Rate in the Minnesota State System with 92 percent of WSU graduates being hired in a field related to their degree. With campuses in both Winona and Rochester, Winona State offers the best of both worlds. 

Winona State University's mission is to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve: a community of learners improving our world. For more information, visit winona.edu.

About Winona:  Widely known for its stunning natural setting, the Winona campus is nestled between picturesque bluffs and the Mississippi River - meaning rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, and kayaking are within a mile of campus. Once one of the Midwest’s most prominent cities due to its location on the river, Winona enjoys a rich legacy of historic buildings and vintage homes. Winona State University is located in the heart of the city, with convenient access to shopping, outdoor recreation, social activities, and community resources. Winona is also home to a wide range of art, music, and theater opportunities, along with museums, collaborative creator spaces, and numerous festivals such as Mid-West Music Fest, Great River Shakespeare Festival, and Frozen River Film Festival. WSU’s Rochester campus is located in Minnesota’s third largest city - a dynamic hub for industry, arts, and culture, and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S.