Vice Chancellor for Equity & Inclusion

Vice Chancellor for Equity & Inclusion

About the Company

Top-tier university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1863

Employees
1001-5000

Categories

• Education
• EdTech
• Higher Education
• Universities
• Amherst
• Colleges & Universities
• University of Massachusetts

Specialties

• higher education
• research
• public university
• college
• massachusetts
• and public education

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice Chancellor for Equity and Inclusion to provide institutional leadership and serve as an integrator of equity, inclusion, and belonging. This pivotal role is defined by a commitment to social progress and justice, and the successful candidate will be expected to advance a cohesive and sustainable vision for equity and inclusion that aligns with the company's values and supports the flourishing of its diverse community. The Vice Chancellor will work in close partnership with senior leadership, faculty, staff, and students to ensure that the company's commitments to inclusive excellence and respect for difference are reflected in all aspects of campus life. Applicants for the Vice Chancellor position should be experienced, principled, and deeply relational leaders. The role requires a candidate who can navigate the political complexity and evolving expectations of public institutions with clarity, integrity, and care. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in promoting equity and inclusion, and will be responsible for fostering a campus culture that is equitable and inclusive in practice. This includes not only setting aspirational goals but also ensuring that these are embedded in the day-to-day experiences of the university community. The Vice Chancellor will be a key figure in the company's mission to create equitable communities that are essential to academic distinction and societal impact.

Hiring Manager Title
Chancellor

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• Education/Academic Administration