- Code
- 5278
- PCLS
- N1002
- Pay Grade
- 1
- Exempt
- Yes
- ORP
- Yes
- EEO Code
- 1
- Title
- Associate Vice President, Academic Innovation and Student Success
- Description
Responsible for assisting the Provost and Vice-President for Academic Affairs in planning, developing, facilitating, evaluating and refining undergraduate academic programs and curricula, and developing professional pedagogical development opportunities for faculty and staff.
- Examples
The Associate Vice President for Academic Innovation and Success oversees the Office of Tutoring and Academic Support Programs, Office of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities, Student Support Services, Student Success Center, and First-year Mustangs Adventure. This role provides direct support for the Teaching and Learning Resource Collaborative and Writing Across the Curriculum, and collaborate with Student Affairs to support the Student Success Council, Signature Experience curricula, and Navigate Student Success platform. Helps develop and evaluate new student centered academic initiatives and assures a coherent approach to academic policy development and implementation. Reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Performs other duties as assigned.
- Physical Condition
- Experience
Must exhibit a record of successful college teaching and service to the department, college, and university as well as hold a scholarly or creative activities record sufficient for appointment to the faculty at the level of Associate Professor or Professor.
- Knowledge
Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development, and experiential learning including student research and/or internships. Commitment to and understanding of the liberal arts, sciences, and public education. Collaborative leadership style with a record of building consensus and supporting productive participatory decision-making
- Education
Doctorate or Terminal Degree
- Additional Requirements
Must have good leadership and managerial skills and be able to communicate effectively with a variety of constituencies. Must be detail oriented with strong skills in data analysis. Must have ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
- Standard Requirements
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Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University’s core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
Last Updated 03-11-2026