Manager, Campus Diversity

Commitment to Mission

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, diversity, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.

Cultural Beliefs

• One LSC
• Student Focused
• Own It
• Advance Equity
• Cultivate Community
• Choose Learning

The Chronicle of Higher Education’s “Great Colleges to Work For” is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College was recognized in five areas: Confidence in Senior Leadership; Diversity; Facilities, Workspace & Security; Job Satisfaction; and Work/Life Balance .

Campus Marketing Statement

Lone Star College-University Park

Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 93,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2021 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education and ranked 35th in Texas in the Forbes ‘America’s Best Employers By State’ list.

LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.

Established in 2012, Lone Star College-University Park has been recognized nationally and internationally for its innovation, as well as its focus on student access and success. Conveniently located off SH 249 in the heart of northwest Houston, Lone Star College-University Park is known as the "community's college," providing students with highly affordable degree and certificate programs that transfer seamlessly to four-year universities or lead to direct employment. Campus facilities include the Center for Science & Innovation, the Energy & Manufacturing Institute, Learning Innovation Labs and the Geology Rock Wall. Dr. Shah Ardalan has been president of LSC-University Park since its founding.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (TX 249 and Louetta Road), Houston, TX 77070.

This posting is being used to fill two openings. The openings are located at LSC-University Park and LSC-Houston North/LSC Online.

Job Description

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Reporting to the Chief Diversity Officer, the Manager, Campus Diversity resides at and supports the LSC-College campus. The purpose of the Manager, Campus Diversity is to ensure the campus’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) efforts align with One LSC and that the campus is progressively addressing the needs of LSC’s diverse student, faculty, and staff community. This individual will work with campus leadership to shape and foster a culture to achieve the vision, mission, and goals of LSC by supporting DEI recruitment, professional development & training, and student success. In collaboration with the Chief Diversity Officer, the Manager, Campus Diversity will manage an outcome-driven DEI action plan that supports the LSC system-wide strategy .

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Campus Focus:

1. Contribute to strategic planning initiatives outlined in the system-wide DEI Strategic Plan
2. Coordinate with Equity, Analytics and Reporting to provide President and Leadership with campus student and employee demographic data for President’s and other college leaders
3. Serve as an Search Committee Advocate on Search Committees to mitigate unconscious bias
4. Coordinate training for faculty and staff focusing on the creation of an inclusive environment
5. Serve as a standing member of the campus’ DEI Committee
6. Represent the campus in the community and relevant external constituencies, including student and employee recruitment events

Student Focus:

1. Support strategies that help underrepresented students throughout their lifecycle in the College. This includes strategies for pathway/pipeline programs, recruitment of prospective students, orientation, experiential learning, and identify mentorship and career opportunities.
2. Work in tandem with student services in outreach efforts to recruit students in economically/underrepresented areas.
3. Design, plan and implement cultural, historical, and other DEI educational programs and activities for students that provide social and personal enrichment activities aligned with the goals and objects of the DEI office. Activities include but are not limited to workshops, recreational activities, networking opportunities, professional development opportunities, etc.
4. In partnership with student leaders, build upon and institutionalize student-led equity initiatives that enhance student climate and connect student leaders across degree programs
5. Serve as a resource for students within the College to voice their experiences and lend support to address any concerns.
6. Advise faculty and staff on strategies to enhance students’ experiences related to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the College

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Position requires a high-energy, positive, creative professional who enjoys teamwork and thrives in a proactive, collegial, project-based environment
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals at different levels within the organization
• Ability to effectively work with diverse stakeholders across the organization
• Effective time-management skills to effectively complete ongoing projects in balance with daily responsibilities
• Integrity in the discreet handling of confidential information and professionalism in responding to stakeholders
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook), SharePoint and Adobe Acrobat

PHYSICAL ABILITIES:

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.



WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related work experience
• Experience in developing and delivering presentations that are tied to learning outcomes and academically based theoretical or conceptual frameworks
• Candidates with some experience in one or more of the following areas, Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion, Social Justice, Title IX, Accessibility, or working with marginalized and underrepresented populations are desired

Salary

Hiring salary range is $56,370-$64,826

Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

Benefits Marketing Statement

By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.

Special Instructions

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How to Apply

ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify .

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.