Coordinator of Diversity Education - Office of Diversity and Inclusion

Position Overview:

Develop, implement, and manage activities, programs, and services related to student development, student leadership programs and other campus activities. Develop and execute short and long-term plans, goals and objectives for programs to ensure alignment with University goals. Monitor and report on participation and program satisfaction and recommend improvements. Develop, implement, and authorize the expenditures of department and fee-funded group budgets. Oversee activities and budgets of student fee-funded student organizations. Oversee student employees, and volunteers. Oversee safety and compliance.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

Program Development and Implementation - 65% - The coordinator develops, implements, manages and evaluates social justice and retention programming that advance campus engagement around issues of equity and inclusion efforts for underrepresented populations. - The coordinator develops, implements, manages and evaluates programming for the Women's Outreach Center (WoC), Asian American Student Association (AASA), Hispanic American Student Association (HASA), National Association for the Advancement of Color People (NAACP), co-advise American Association for University Women (AAUW), and the Black Women's Initiative (BWI), which includes, but is not limited to: orientation, identity and leadership development, advocacy and community engagement, recruitment and retention. - Structures leadership and multiple identities development for multicultural organizations and initiatives. - Collaborates with community organizations and agencies to develop partnerships that engage students in advocacy work and retention. Campus & Community Outreach and Engagement – 15% - Collaborates and assists the campus community with diversity trainings and workshops. - Participates on various campus committees that address diversity.– 15%. Perform other duties as assigned – 5%

Job Level:

Scope & Impact: This position is an entry level professional position, with actions that may have a measurable impact on operations within a work group.

Communication & Interaction : Routinely answers questions and provides information and data requested by individuals within or outside of work area. Questions that require interpretation or are not easily resolved are referred to Supervisor.

Effective Knowledge: Demonstrates ability to execute tasks according to standard operating procedures and/or direction. Demonstrates ability to learn new subject matter, coupled with attention to detail and responsiveness to feedback.

Problem Solving & Judgement : Performs a variety of duties following established policies and procedures. Resolves problems by selecting from approved alternatives based on past practices, established procedures, or direction. Relies on direct supervision is available to set priorities and objectives, and to assist in problem resolution.

Budget Authority: May provide input into budget development by assisting with identification of operational needs and requirements.

Policy & Procedure Authority: Primarily responsible for executing routine procedures with direction from senior staff.

Reporting Relationships : Generally reports to manager or higher but may receive basic operational direction and guidance from senior level staff members.

Supervisory & Team Leadership Responsibilities : None.

Qualifications

Qualifications Required:

Requires a bachelor's degree plus 3+ years of relevant experience in the chosen field or 7+ years of equivalent work experience that provides knowledge of and exposure to fundamental theories, principles, and concepts. Requires the application of expertise in a chosen field to achieve results.

Qualifications Preferred:

Master's degree preferred and minimum of two years of related experience in higher education setting. Demonstrated experience in leading, developing, implementing, and evaluating diversity programs. Demonstrated research and analytical skills. Experience supervising. Experience working effectively with cross-functional teams, task forces, or committees. Understanding of contemporary issues in higher education, particularly those related to diversity and inclusion.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Superior planning, implementation and evaluation skills. Experience with assessment of diversity programs. Superior leadership, organizational, and communication skills. Ability to collaborate by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, and students in different areas and at different levels of the University. Excellent human relations skills and demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and to handle sensitive matters with judgment, tact, and diplomacy.

Will this employee supervise others?

No, this employee will NOT supervise other employees.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) will be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.