Director of Student Retention Initiatives
Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
This is a full time Academic Specialist - Advisor position in the continuing system. The Director of Student Retention Initiatives will support student journeys from recruitment to graduation by taking on the primary administrative load for the college, supporting the work of academic advisors within the college, and aligning college efforts with larger university initiatives.
The critical job responsibilities of the Director of Academic Initiatives include:
Approving administrative forms, processing credit/no credit forms, completing RNR forms, and processing student requests to exceed repeat credit limit and/or to exceed 20 credits in a term
Providing leadership, strategic vision, organization, and administrative oversight for the Student Training for Academic Success (STAR) program
Developing relationships with key regional and national associations that support student success
Supporting college-wide access initiatives and policies for the benefit of students and enhancing the student academic experience
Supporting university and college initiatives, including colloquium and commencement
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.
Masters -Student affairs or related field
Sound decision making ability, excellent communication (written and oral), organizational, and interpersonal skills required
For this position, remote friendly means up to two (2) days per week where some of the duties can be performed remotely.
For specific questions about the position, please contact Assistant Dean Dr. Ken W. Horne, Jr. at
[email protected]
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03/27/2026
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
