Associate Provost for Curriculum and Innovation

Job DetailsJob Location: Lancaster Campus - Lancaster, PA 17601Position Type: Professional StaffJob Category: Academics Job Summary: 

The Associate Provost for Curriculum and Innovation is a senior academic leadership role focused on advancing program and curriculum quality, faculty development, assessment practices, and educational innovation at Lancaster Bible College. Reporting directly to the Provost, this position leads institutional efforts to strengthen teaching and learning while supporting the college’s mission and strategic goals. 

Department: Provost Office 

Supervisory Responsibilities:  

Oversees academic support departments – Office of Digital Learning, Center for Teaching and Learning 

Provides constructive and timely performance evaluations.   

Physical Requirements:  

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.  

Personal Qualities 

A vibrant relationship with Jesus Christ and active participation in a local church 

The desire to grow, develop, and mature, both spiritually and professionally 

The ability to create and maintain a Christian professional atmosphere in all internal and external relationships 

A spirit of cooperation and willingness to serve as a team 

A professional appearance 

Leadership Skills & Expectations 

Honest commitment to LBC mission, values, and direction 

Courageous ownership & accountability 

Ability to communicate effectively 

Demonstration of Emotional Intelligence (EQ) and Cultural Intelligence (CQ) 

Collaboration and working well with others 

Ability to inspire others 

Change leadership 

Strategic and operational stewardship 

Strategy execution 

Decision-making and prioritization 

Goal setting and measurement 

Duties and Responsibilities 

Key Performance Indicators 

Monitor and respond to key performance indicators related to program learning outcomes, general learning outcomes, faculty development, providing timely, accurate reports 

Ensure the monitoring of and responding to KPIs for the Office of Digital Learning and Center for Teaching & Learning 

Institutional Goals and Direction 

Provide leadership and project management skills for the implementation of institutional goals, including identifying appropriate metrics 

Collaborate cross-departmentally on the accomplishment of goals 

Develop sustainable processes for the ongoing work of the goals 

Strategic Academic Innovation Leadership 

Collaborate with leaders to develop and implement academic innovation strategy that advances institutional mission, strengthens program relevance, and promotes excellence across all instructional modalities 

Provide strategic oversight for online and digital learning initiatives, ensuring high-quality instructional design, student engagement, accessibility, and alignment with accreditation standards and best practices in online education. 

Maintain currency with innovative practices and initiatives within higher education, learning from exemplar institutions and practices for LBC’s continual improvement 

Curriculum Development  

Collaborate with academic leadership and enrollment management to evaluate program effectiveness, analyze market trends and workforce needs, and identify opportunities for new academic programs, credentials, and strategic growth initiatives 

Lead Curriculum Development Committee 

Ensure accurate record keeping in student information system 

Facilitate curriculum/course development utilizing technology and industry best practices  

Assessment of Student Learning 

Develop a culture of assessment by focusing on student-centered learning and continuous improvement 

Report on the assessment of student learning at the institutional level 

Coordinate the assessment of student learning at the program level, ensuring timely completion and accurate documentation, with academic deans and departments 

Lead the Assessment of Student Learning Committee 

Faculty Development 

Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and scholarly teaching by supporting faculty engagement initiatives and implementing sustainable professional development opportunities across the institution. 

Facilitate training sessions and workshops for faculty and key stakeholders on best practices in pedagogy, technology, and biblical integration 

Support the evaluation of LBC full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty in collaboration with academic deans 

Academic Partnerships 

Cultivate relationships with external partners to support learning initiatives 

Facilitate the review of curriculum and course to determine transfer to LBC 

Collaborate with Vice President of Enrollment Management on the design and implementation of partnership agreements 

Compliance & Policy Development 

Ensure compliance with accreditation and external regulations that impact teaching & learning, particularly in the online modality 

Develop appropriate policies and procedures related to curriculum, assessment, and faculty development, in alignment with the academic committees  

Ensure timely completion of LBC catalogs and handbooks 

Education and Experience 

Minimum of a master’s degree, terminal degree preferred, in higher education, education, or curriculum and instruction 

Experience in leading effective teams and projects 

5+ years of professional experience in higher education in a teaching or leadership capacity 

Knowledgeable and experienced in accreditation and compliance measures 

Required Skills/Abilities 

Computer proficiency required in Office 365 Products and various technology platforms 

Literate in applying AI in meaningful and ethical ways 

Ability to represent data in a variety of forms 

Strong written and oral communication skills as well as organizational and supervisory skills 

Self-starter, flexible, and able to handle highly confidential matters 

Proven ability to work both independently and in a project management environment; must show evidence of goal-oriented performance 

Attention to long range and short range plans 

Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy  

Assist in other duties whenever called upon as needed for the good and welfare of the total College ministry 

Qualifications