Associate Vice President for Business Services in the Division of Student Life

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for its associate vice president for business services in the division of student life. This is an on-site position with mobile/remote days.

Since 1817, the University of Michigan has provided a national model of a complex, diverse, and comprehensive public institution of higher learning. The outstanding quality of the university's 19 schools and colleges, internationally recognized faculty, and departments with 267 undergraduate and 421 graduate-level degree programs make the University of Michigan a leading institution advancing academic excellence.

Reporting to the vice president for student life, the associate vice president for business services (AVP) serves as a senior executive leader and chief financial officer for the division, overseeing financial, human resources, and technology functions that advance student life's mission at the University of Michigan. The AVP leads long-range financial planning, resource allocation, budget strategy, fiscal stewardship, and operational planning to ensure alignment with divisional and institutional priorities. The AVP oversees a $340 million budget provides leadership for a staff of 80.

The salary range for the position is $255,000-$275,000.

Qualifications

An advanced degree in business administration, finance, public administration, higher education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, and significant and progressively responsible leadership experience, typically ten (10) or more years, in finance, resource planning, administration, or operations within a large, complex organization, are required.

Application and Nomination

University of Michigan has selected Spelman Johnson, a leading executive search firm, to assist with leading this search. Review of applications will begin July 8, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Submit a resume and cover letter via https://spelmanandjohnson.com/position/associate-vice-president-for-business-services-student-life/