Kansas State University (K-State) seeks an accomplished leader and collaborative problem solver who can move key institutional initiatives forward in a complex, higher-education environment with tact and diplomacy to serve as the Vice Provost for Operations (VPO).

Reporting to the new Executive Vice President and Provost, Jesse Perez Mendez, the VPO serves as a senior leader in the Office of the Provost, responsible for leading, delegating, and assisting with complex and confidential institutional projects in support of the University's mission, the Next-Gen K-State Strategic Plan, and the advancement of the University's academic enterprise. The VPO serves as one of the Provost's strategic liaisons with the University and the K-State community, cultivating and maintaining strong relationships across K-State campuses, colleges, departments, and units. They will serve as a key aide to the Provost in driving the effective communication and implementation of decisions and initiatives related to strategic functions, priorities, and programs involving the University's academic enterprise.

In addition, the VPO oversees planning, operations, and communications for the Provost and Office of the Provost and supports the development and implementation of institutional policy and procedures, collaborating with university leaders, governance groups, and stakeholders across the University. This position also supports the Provost in strategically aligning the budget and staffing resources within the Office of the Provost units with institutional priorities.

Founded in 1863 as the nation's first operational land-grant university, Kansas State University is a Tier 1 research university with more than 20,000 students. K-State comprises three physical campuses in Manhattan (main campus), Salina, and Olathe and offers more than 400 undergraduate and graduate degrees and options across the Colleges of Agriculture; Architecture, Planning and Design; Arts and Sciences; Business Administration; Education; Engineering; Health and Human Sciences; Veterinary Medicine; Global Campus; and the Graduate School. K-State Research and Extension also serves the citizenry with a presence in every county throughout Kansas and supports research in more than 20 K-State departments.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as two separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile.

WittKieffer is assisting K-State in this search. The leadership profile can be found here. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by October 9, 2024.

Application materials, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to:

Sandra Chu, Corin Edwards, and Zach Smith, Ph.D
K-StateVPO@wittkieffer.com

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Kansas State University actively seeks diversity among its employees. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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