Associate VP for Inclusive Access & Belonging

MSU Internal Job Postings Details • East Lansing, MI

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About The Position

The Associate Vice President for Inclusive Access & Belonging (AVP/IAB) serves as a key member of the Vice President for Student Affairs’ senior leadership team. This is a highly visible, institution-wide leadership role responsible for shaping strategy, strengthening student advocacy, and advancing belonging and student success initiatives across the university. This leader will oversee a comprehensive portfolio of student-facing centers and services while championing policies and practices that enhance retention, persistence, engagement, and well-being. The AVP/IAB will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, a collaborator with academic and campus partners, and a steady presence during complex student issues and crises. The work requires both strategic vision and operational excellence- and offers the opportunity to make lasting impact on the Spartan community. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Requirements

• 7 to10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in student affairs or a closely related area within higher education.
• Significant experience overseeing comprehensive student services and development functions.
• Demonstrated success advancing student success, well-being, and belonging through impactful programs and services.
• Proven ability to lead large teams, manage complex budgets, and oversee multifaceted operations.
• Strong political acumen and the ability to navigate complex organizational environments.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across students, faculty, staff, senior leaders, donors, and external partners.
• Experience collaborating effectively across divisions and with academic leadership.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading organizational change initiatives in large, research-intensive universities.
• Knowledge of student success strategies related to belonging, retention, and graduation.
• Familiarity with threat assessment protocols, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to build and mentor high-performing teams.
• Experience overseeing large student-serving facilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive