Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Intern
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- Juniata College
- Location
- Pennsylvania, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Dec 17, 2020
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Job Title Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Intern Posting Number 20110318 Pay Rate Position Type Administration
Key Responsibilities
The Equity Diversity and Inclusion Intern, assists the Director of Equity Diversity and Inclusion in daily operations and provides assistance related to programming and student support. Serves as a coordinator for the programming of the Unity House with both on and off campus constituents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Support the office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
2. Assist staffing Unity House & provide the necessary support for and assist with implementation of programming planned in the Unity House including the coordination of logistics/reservations for events/programs sponsored by Unity House offices
3. Serve as a resource person for students, staff, and faculty interested in the services of the EDI and Campus Ministry Office
4. Develop the infrastructure and guide the coordination of culturally related student organizations to empower groups and create opportunities for mutually advantageous programming, education, and support
5. Direct students to available services and track places where a service gap exists in order to help the institution strengthen its overall ability to support traditionally underrepresented students
6. Raise general campus awareness levels around religious, diversity, and other social justice issues
7. Assist in developing and implementing diversity training programs
Position Qualifications
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS :
Education/Experience
• Significant knowledge and experience related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Able to operate in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail & proven organizational skills
• Prior experience working in leadership positions with and/or supervising college students
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with various constituencies in the college, including both academic and student life, and in the community to enrich awareness related to diversity and religious life issues on campus
• Positive/enthusiastic attitude
Personal Competencies Necessary to be Successful in Position:
a. Excellent interpersonal, planning, organizational and communication skills including the ability to relate well with students, church and community leaders, parents, and others from diverse backgrounds
b. A working knowledge of computer programs
c. Ability to work independently within a broad strategic framework and institutional priorities
d. Proven ability to lead, to develop competencies in others and to delegate responsibility
HOURS : Work will be performed throughout the day and some evenings. It will be a one-year appointment with potential for a one-year renewal.
Supervision Required/Given
SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED :
1. Reports to the Director of Equity Diversity and Inclusion or their designee and works with significant discretion and judgment as to how best to achieve college goals.
2. Provides guidance, skills development and career support to students
Preferred Qualifications
See position qualifications.
Physical Demands Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates are asked to submit the following materials via our on-line application system: Cover-letter, resume and list of references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Open Date 08/07/2020 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Job Title Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Intern Posting Number 20110318 Pay Rate Position Type Administration
Key Responsibilities
The Equity Diversity and Inclusion Intern, assists the Director of Equity Diversity and Inclusion in daily operations and provides assistance related to programming and student support. Serves as a coordinator for the programming of the Unity House with both on and off campus constituents.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :
1. Support the office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
2. Assist staffing Unity House & provide the necessary support for and assist with implementation of programming planned in the Unity House including the coordination of logistics/reservations for events/programs sponsored by Unity House offices
3. Serve as a resource person for students, staff, and faculty interested in the services of the EDI and Campus Ministry Office
4. Develop the infrastructure and guide the coordination of culturally related student organizations to empower groups and create opportunities for mutually advantageous programming, education, and support
5. Direct students to available services and track places where a service gap exists in order to help the institution strengthen its overall ability to support traditionally underrepresented students
6. Raise general campus awareness levels around religious, diversity, and other social justice issues
7. Assist in developing and implementing diversity training programs
Position Qualifications
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS :
Education/Experience
• Significant knowledge and experience related to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
• Able to operate in a complex, fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail & proven organizational skills
• Prior experience working in leadership positions with and/or supervising college students
• Ability to establish and maintain effective collaborative relationships with various constituencies in the college, including both academic and student life, and in the community to enrich awareness related to diversity and religious life issues on campus
• Positive/enthusiastic attitude
Personal Competencies Necessary to be Successful in Position:
a. Excellent interpersonal, planning, organizational and communication skills including the ability to relate well with students, church and community leaders, parents, and others from diverse backgrounds
b. A working knowledge of computer programs
c. Ability to work independently within a broad strategic framework and institutional priorities
d. Proven ability to lead, to develop competencies in others and to delegate responsibility
HOURS : Work will be performed throughout the day and some evenings. It will be a one-year appointment with potential for a one-year renewal.
Supervision Required/Given
SUPERVISION GIVEN AND RECEIVED :
1. Reports to the Director of Equity Diversity and Inclusion or their designee and works with significant discretion and judgment as to how best to achieve college goals.
2. Provides guidance, skills development and career support to students
Preferred Qualifications
See position qualifications.
Physical Demands Special Instructions to Applicants
Interested candidates are asked to submit the following materials via our on-line application system: Cover-letter, resume and list of references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Open Date 08/07/2020 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
- Walk-In
- Government Employment Agency
- Private Employment Agency
- Employee (please explain in follow up question)
- Relative (please explain in follow up question)
- School
- Advertisement - Source (please explain in follow up question)
- Other (please explain in follow up question)
- If you were referred by a person, advertisement or other,
please explain here:
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- List of 3 References
Company
Juniata College is a cohesive community of interesting, inquisitive, hardworking, and fun individuals who think deeply about who we are meant to be. We believe there is no better place on the planet for discovering your passions, developing your intellect and your heart, and ultimately becoming the author of your own powerful story. If you are thinking about joining our community, explore some of our most distinctive assets below.
Juniata College believes in and embraces the liberal arts and as such, we encourage and seek mutual benefit through diversity of thought and approach which enriches our academic community, as well as the lives of our students and colleagues. Juniata College is committed to creating a welcoming community supported by relationships based on collaboration and mutual respect. We endeavor to create an inclusive learning environment where members with different perspectives and backgrounds can learn, contribute, and thrive.
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