Associate Vice Provost and Director of the Center for Civic Excellence

The Associate Vice Provost & Director of the Center for Civic Excellence provides institutional leadership of the Center for Civic Excellence at Utah State University (USU) which is the administrative unit responsible for overseeing and assessing general education. This role will report to the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and serves as the operational lead for the Center for Civic Excellence, chairing the Center for Civic Excellence Curriculum Committee and overseeing the Associate Directors in carrying out the mission of the center and all of its teaching and professional development responsibilities. The Director will lead through shared governance, engaging departments, faculty and Faculty Senate in shaping priorities, assessing program effectiveness, and planning sustainable implementation with colleges and departments.

• →Chair the Center for Civic Excellence Curriculum Committee.
• →Ensure all operations of the Center for Civic Excellence are successfully executed in accordance with the mission, values, and strategic priorities of the Civic Center, including curricular development and governance, assessment, scheduling, concurrent enrollment, professional development, student success initiatives, and website and communications.
• →Work with the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and the Division of Student Success to oversee USU’s first-year experience course, USU 1010 – Connections.
• →Hire and supervise Associate Directors to execute the various domains of operational work.
• →Establish a culture of excellence and impact across the Center for Civic Excellence, with students as primary stakeholders.
• →Work with the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and Office of Data & Analytics to ensure a data informed approach to instruction and curriculum assessment and review.
• →In support of student and faculty success, interface with the Center for Civic Excellence stakeholders and partners such as, but not limited to, the Office of the Registrar, the Division of Student Success (particularly the
• →Academic Support units), USU Online, Center for Instructional Design and Innovation, etc.
• →Implement the Civic Center’s budget according to set spending priorities.
• →Work with the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education to ensure coordination with colleges, departments, and other internal and external stakeholders.
• →Contribute to the production of necessary internal and external reporting on the work of the Center for Civic Excellence.
• →Assist the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education in strategic responsibilities related to the Center for Civic Excellence.
• →Fulfill faculty responsibilities (25% time) consistent with the rank of Associate Professor or full Professor.
• →Other duties as assigned.

• Terminal degree in a field within the university’s academic mission.
• 5+ years of experience with teaching and curricular development in general education.
• Demonstrated impactful leadership in general education, student success, teaching and learning, and academic affairs.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with a broad range of university stakeholders, including academic leadership, faculty, and student support units.
• Significant experience with general education curriculum, policy, administration, student success, and concurrent enrollment, including demonstrated ability to navigate complex institutional and regulatory requirements.

• Strong project management, team building, and communications skills.
• Commitment to continuous improvement in teaching and student outcomes.
• Experience with student first year experiences.

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Employees work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.  The employee is regularly required to sit and often uses repetitive hand motions. The employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms and may lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

The Center for Civic Excellence is the administrative unit responsible for overseeing and assessing general education at Utah State University. By providing an ambitious foundational education in a program that puts students first, the Civic Center cultivates the intellectual capacities and durable skills that empower students to succeed in college and beyond. Through applied learning and rigorous engagement with big questions, transformative texts, and evidence-based discovery, we prepare thoughtful, capable citizens ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the world. Our vision is to deliver the most compelling, intentional, and meaningful common undergraduate experience in the state of Utah and beyond.

Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah’s premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls over 29,800 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State’s 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU educates students from all 50 states and more than 80 countries. For over 100 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns, serving every county in the state.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level in 16 sports, USU is a proud member of the Pac-12 Conference, officially joining on July 1, 2026. The Aggies capped a historic final season in the Mountain West by capturing nine combined regular-season and tournament titles in 2025–26, with five teams advancing to postseason play. This tradition of excellence extends to the classroom, where 232 student-athletes earned academic honors, and to the community, where USU ranked second nationally in Division I service hours, with nine teams placing in the top 10 for community service.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported and where diversity of thought and culture are cultivated. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU. 

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and a reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university’s ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at (435) 797-0122 or hr@usu.edu. 

*updated 07/2026

In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.

Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity. Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.

In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.

The following office has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USU’s non-discrimination policies:

Old Main Room 405

1475 Old Main Hill, Logan UT 84322

titleix@usu.edu

(435) 797-1266

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit crtix.usu.edu or contact:

U.S. Department of Education

Denver Regional Office

303-844-5695| OCR.Denver@ed.gov

U.S. Department of Education

Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

800-421-3481 |  OCR@ed.gov

*updated 08/2026