Role Snapshot
The Interim Vice Provost for Digital Learning Initiatives leads the University of Idaho's online, distance, and flexible learning strategy, reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President. This interim appointment through June 30, 2027 provides leadership continuity while the university conducts a search for a permanent position.
Key Responsibilities: Directs academic program development, continuing and professional education, and independent study offerings; partners with academic deans, department administrators, faculty, and senior leadership on program planning and implementation; ensures appropriate stakeholder participation in decision-making.
Skills & Tools: Leadership in digital learning initiatives and course/curriculum development; proficiency with learning management systems and digital learning technologies; team and academic unit management with faculty, staff, and administrator engagement; program assessment, student learning outcomes, and accreditation compliance knowledge.
Qualifications: Master's degree or higher required; experience leading institutional digital learning initiatives in higher education; experience managing a team or academic unit in higher education with cross-functional interactions.
Compensation: $180K–$280K/yr (estimated)
Job Description
Interim Vice Provost for Digital Learning Initiatives
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Position Details
Position Information
Internal Posting?
This Search is Open to Current University of Idaho Employees Only
Posting Number
SP005461P
Position Title
Interim Vice Provost for Digital Learning Initiatives
Division/College
Vice Provost for Digital Learning
Department
Vice Provost for Digital Learning
Location
Moscow
Posting Context Statement
The university seeks either faculty or exempt staff to serve in the interim leadership role. This is an interim appointment through June 30, 2027, providing leadership continuity while the University conducts a search for a permanent appointment.
Position Overview
Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President, the Interim Vice Provost for Digital Learning Initiatives leads and coordinates the University’s online, distance, and flexible learning strategy — including academic program development, continuing and professional education, and independent study offerings. The vice provost partners with academic deans, department administrators, faculty, and senior leadership on program planning and implementation, and ensures appropriate participation of faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders in related decision-making. This is an interim appointment through June 30, 2027, providing leadership continuity while the University conducts a search for a permanent appointment.
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Position Qualifications
Required Experience
- Experience leading institutional digital learning initiatives, including course and curriculum development in higher education
- Experience using digital learning technologies, including learning management systems, for online, distance, or hybrid education
- Experience managing a team or academic unit in higher education involving interactions with faculty, staff, and administrators
- Familiarity with program assessment, student learning outcomes, accreditation, and compliance requirements for online programs
Required Education
• Master’s degree or higher
Required Other
- None
Additional Preferred
- None
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions
- None
Degree Requirement
Listed degree qualification is required at time of application
Posting Information
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
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| Employee Category | Exempt |
| Pay Range | TBD |
| Type of Appointment | Fiscal Year |
| FTE | 0.5 FTE
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| Full Time/Part Time | Part Time |
| Funding | This position is contingent upon the continuation of work and/or funding. |
| A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. | No |
| Posting Date | 09/22/2026 |
| Closing Date | |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions to Applicants | This is an interim appointment through June 30, 2027. Applications must be received by September 29, 2026 for first consideration. The interview process is anticipated to begin the week of October 5 with an appointment being made early October. In addition to the online application, applicants must submit a resume/CV and a cover letter addressing the required qualifications and experience related to the job responsibility areas. The appointment will be at least .5 FTE and is negotiable depending on the incumbent’s ability to adjust their current workload. Both faculty and exempt staff are eligible to serve in the interim leadership role. The selected incumbent’s time will be bought out for at least .5 FTE, and a stipend will be provided commensurate with experience. |
| Applicant Resources | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources |
| Background Check Statement | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. |
| EEO Statement | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. |