Template for Senior Administrative position for tenured faculty member
date
name
address
Dear [name]:
It is a great pleasure to offer you the appointment as [title] effective [date]. You will also remain a
tenured Professor of [discipline].
Your annual salary will increase to $xxxxx for the fiscal (12-month) appointment. This is comprised of a
faculty base salary of $xxxx and an administrative component of $yyyy [which should equal X/9ths of the
faculty base salary]. As [title], you are subject to annual review and serve at the pleasure of the Provost
and the President. Should you return to the faculty, your faculty salary will be [please provide specific
details eg: if they are eligible to administrative leave, salary amount, etc]
[Include here a paragraph about the responsibilities/goals of the position.]
The University is required by federal law to verify the identity and eligibility of its appointees to work or
study in the United States. Accordingly, this offer is contingent upon verification of your valid work
authorization, permanent residency, or United States citizenship.
**Congratulations and best wishes on your appointment as [title]. I would appreciate receiving your
signed acceptance of this appointment at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Provost
Accepted: _____________________________________________________________
Name
Date
Cc:
President
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