Campus Provost (Plano)
Pay range: $191,923.00/yr - $230,307.00/yr Base pay range $191,923.00/yr - $230,307.00/yr The Campus Provost provides vision, leadership, and oversight for academic programming, student enrollment and success, workforce and continuing education initiatives, facilities and safety, community partnerships, budget development, staff/faculty leadership, and alignment to the district’s mission and strategic plan. This results‑oriented leader ensures a welcoming, student‑centered environment; fosters academic excellence and innovation; and cultivates high‑performing, faculty‑friendly teams. The provost works extensively through influence—coordinating with Student and Enrollment Services, facilities, police, housing, Communications, and other centrally reporting units—to ensure seamless service and a strong sense of campus community. While the Plano and Wylie campuses are both integral parts of Collin College, each has a distinct identity: Plano is a large, mature campus with long‑serving faculty, on‑campus housing, athletics, and a deep history in the district. Wylie is a newer, rapidly growing campus with significant facilities expansion underway, including a major CTE (Career and Technical Education) building and new program development. Provosts are expected to be a highly visible leader on their campuses, building trust, supporting faculty, honoring campus culture, and ensuring a cohesive sense of community aligned with district expectations. Key Responsibilities Serve as the primary communication link between the Executive Leadership Team and their assigned campus, ensuring messaging is clear, consistent, and aligned across Academic Affairs, Student and Enrollment Services, and operations Build strong, collaborative relationships with deans, Student and Enrollment Services, HR, Facilities, Police, IT, and other essential units to bridge dotted‑line structures. Foster a solution‑oriented, “students first—no excuses” environment that supports faculty, celebrates staff, and emphasizes teamwork Cultivate faculty trust by being present, approachable, transparent, and responsive to feedback Facilities, Safety & Events Provide direct oversight of campus facilities and grounds, including daily walkthroughs to ensure safety, accessibility, and aesthetic excellence Oversee campus events, conference center use, and community rentals; ensure compliance with policies, guidelines for voting locations, and student expression Partner with Safety and Emergency Management and campus police to coordinate emergency preparedness and act as the campus incident lead during crises Coordinate closely with Facilities staff on renovations, new construction, and transitions to new buildings and projects Academic, Student, and Community Leadership Support faculty where faculty are empowered with strong resources, development opportunities, and collaborative partnerships Work with deans to anticipate growth and plan staffing and scheduling—critical at both Plano (high volume) and Wylie (rapid expansion) Engage with employers, chambers, ISDs (Independent School Districts), and economic development partners to understand workforce needs and connect faculty to industry conversations relevant to their campus Represent the campus in community forums and ensure campus initiatives align with district priorities Represent the campus in city, chamber, ISD, and community forums where participation aligns with program development, dual credit, and/or strategic community partnerships Strategic & Executive Leadership Serve as a member of the President’s Executive Leadership Team in shaping and executing collegewide strategic and master plans Advance a cohesive, values‑driven campus culture that embraces student success, accountability, service excellence, collaboration, creativity, innovation, and equity Promote operational consistency across campuses by working closely with fellow provosts, vice presidents, and deans Academic & Student Success Leadership Provide leadership for academic programs across academic transfer, workforce, and continuing education Guide program planning, evaluation, scheduling, and expansion to meet workforce needs, community demands, and enrollment goals Support integrated pathways, dual credit operations, and districtwide scheduling in partnership with academic and student affairs leaders Campus Operations & Culture Oversee day‑to‑day campus operations, including Student and Enrollment Services, library operations, information center, technology, Facilities, Campus Police, and emergency preparedness Foster a safe, welcoming, and comprehensive learning environment Lead campus signature events, community events, and designated political or governmental activities Provide supervision, coaching, mentoring, and performance management for deans, associate deans, directors, and assigned leadership Offer structured feedback for campus operations roles, including facilities, technology, and police leadership Cultivate strong internal relationships and collaborative practices across divisions Finance & Resource Stewardship Develop, recommend, and manage campus budgets aligned to strategic and operational priorities Oversee technology planning, facilities operations, renewal and replacement, construction, and campus project management in partnership with appropriate vice presidents Community Engagement & Partnerships Build alliances with business, economic development, K12 partners, higher education institutions, governmental entities, and community organizations Advance the visibility and reputation of the assigned campus(es) and Collin College as a whole Collaborates with the Senior Vice President of Student and Community Engagement to develop and implement marketing strategies that promote campus programs, facilities, and signature initiatives Compliance & Accreditation Ensure adherence to institutional policies, SACSCOC (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) standards, state and federal requirements, and program‑level accreditation requirements Minimum Qualifications Earned doctoral degree from a regionally accredited institution Ten (10) years of progressively responsible higher education executive administrative experience Teaching experience at the college level Demonstrated experience leading complex academic or student services operations Experience in supervising senior leaders (deans/directors) and managing cross‑functional teams Experience in developing and managing budgets in a large, multifaceted institution. Demonstrated commitment to student success, academic excellence, and equitable outcomes Preferred Qualifications & Skills Experience in a multicampus/complex college system Experience leading community engagement, workforce partnerships, and/or dual credit initiatives Demonstrated success in implementing institution‑wide initiatives across multiple divisions Experience with facilities planning, emergency management, and campus operations. Experience navigating regional or specialized accreditation processes Evidence of collaborative leadership with faculty, staff, and external partners Strong record of building campus culture and developing leaders Collaborative spirit and the ability to build consensus Strategic, innovative, and forward‑thinking decision‑making – “students first – no excuses” High emotional intelligence and relationship credibility Strong communication, listening, and problem‑solving ability Integrity, humility, and a commitment to Collin College’s core values Ability to thrive in a fast‑growing, dynamic, and complex environment Ability to navigate ambiguous or evolving situations This position is Security Sensitive, therefore, candidates will be subject to a criminal background check. Application/INQUIRIES PROCESS On behalf of the Collin College Senior Vice President Campus Operations, the search committee invites inquiries, recommendations and applications for the Campus Provost positions. Do not apply via the college or system job portal. All expressions of interest are to be directed, confidentially, to the search consultant. Cizek Associates, Inc. is honored to assist Collin College in this national search. Confidential inquiries, nominations, and applications may be submitted to: [email protected] (email applications are strongly encouraged) ATTN: Sheila Lehker, President Cizek Associates, Inc. 602-553-1066 office | 602-553-1166 fax The position is open until filled. Materials received by January 5, 2026 will receive priority consideration. Application materials include: A letter of interest that aligns experience and skills with the position requirements (not to exceed 5 pages) Contact information, including email and direct telephone number, for a range of at least 6 professional references Hiring Minimum $191,923.00 Hiring Maximum $230,307.60 Collin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any characteristic protected by applicable law. Seniority level Executive Employment type Full‑time Job function Public Relations, Administrative, and Education Higher Education, Government Administration, and Educ
