Coordinator for LGBTQIA+ Students

Position Announcement

The Coordinator for LGBTQ+ Students oversees outreach efforts and leadership development programs geared towards historically underserved and underrepresented populations in higher education, including but not limited to students who identify as racial and ethnic minorities, first generation college students, undocumented/immigrants/refugee status, LGBTQIA+ students, and targeted student populations of who may need guidance in transitioning or navigating college systems for a successful experience, timely graduation, and post-graduate success. This position specifically focuses on supporting the LGBTQIA+ identifying student populations and are connected to the Center for Inclusion & Belonging. Information about the Center can be found online at https://cib.utahtech.edu/ .

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, facilitate and assess programs that enhance student engagement, persistence and retention initiatives. Promote diversity, inclusion, and equity, with emphasis on LGBTQIA+ identifying student populations.
• Coordinate student programming initiatives that connect LGBTQIA+ identifying student populations to resources available on campus, including educational resource materials.
• Work collaboratively with campus and community-based organizations to develop engagement opportunities that will positively impact engagement, retention, and persistence of historically underrepresented/underserved student populations.
• Serve as a club advisor for applicable LGBTQIA+ student organizations, designating and facilitating leadership development opportunities systematically throughout the year.
• Provide guidance on best practices for serving, supporting, and engaging with historically underserved and underrepresented student populations at Utah Tech.
• Collaborate with other student organizations and campus constituents for coordinated programming and events.
• Facilitate student dialogues on complex issues related to campus climate, current events, and trends that impact historically underrepresented/underserved student populations.
• Serve as liaison between LGBTQIA+ student populations and the Booth Wellness Center to improve and provide mental health services inclusive of LGBTQIA+ students.
• Design and facilitate workshops, trainings and dialogues for departments and organizations across campus on LGBTQ+ and social justice topics, including Safe Zone trainings that address current events as they may impact multicultural communities and recognize intersectionality. Such trainings will be designed and collaborated with AVP of Campus Diversity & Senior Equity and Inclusion Officer, other Center staff, and other campus partners.
• Fulfill annual objectives for the LGBTQIA+ Resource Center based on best practices in alignment with university and Campus Diversity policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development of media and other marketing materials that can be used to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Offer direction for campus and community partners connected to inclusive student organizations.
• Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, psychology, sociology, gender studies, student affairs, or related field required.
• At least two years of successful relevant experience working with students from diverse backgrounds, including race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender identity, required.
• Working knowledge of regional and community partnerships.
• Ability to speak a second language (beyond English) preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in student leadership development, identify development and intersectionality.
• Experience in outreach activities and strategic partnering.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects concurrently; demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and social media technologies; knowledge of Banner, Canvas or other comprehensive higher education-related student database and data tracking/management systems preferred.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times, including understanding of FERPA and other regulations that guide interactions with students and colleagues.
• Ability to integrate technology with student advising and co-curricular assessment preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively to build and create relationships with various stakeholders, namely students, faculty/staff, community members, etc.

Supplemental Information

POSITION DETAILS, COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Full-time professional staff (overtime-exempt) position. Annual salary of $41,000 – $44,000 depending on qualifications & experience. Desired start date of October 2022. Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, employee assistance and wellness programs, life, disability, retirement, undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, as well as paid holidays in addition to sick and vacation leave accruals. See https://humanresources.utahtech.edu/employee-benefits/ under 'Benefits Summary' for more details.

ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Application review begins September 1, 2022, open until filled . Submit application materials (including resume contents and contact information for three professional references) and upload cover letter electronically. If, because of a disability, you need special services or facilities in order to apply for this opening, please call the Human Resources Office at (435) 652-7520.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Utah Tech University is an open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic institution, committed to exceptional student learning and success that has adopted an instructional approach of 'active learning. active life' and a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. We seek faculty and staff committed to creating an active, applied and career-oriented learning environment that is student-centered. Established in 1911 as a community college and in 2013 as a state university, our university is located in picturesque southwestern Utah with its red rocks, desert climate, over 300 days of sunshine annually, and featuring easy access to world-class outdoor recreational opportunities. The nearest metropolitan area is Las Vegas, NV (120 miles), with amenities such as an international airport and professional sporting teams. Click here to learn more about the University.

Utah Tech University is a fast-growing Utah public institution of higher education, with more than 12,000 students. We offer over 230 programs, including masters, bachelors, associates, certificates, endorsements, minors, and/or emphases. We seek to recruit and retain diverse and ambitious faculty and staff who bring new ideas, possess values and career aspirations aligned with the mission and vision, and are inspired to build a premier open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic university. Utah Tech University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer; the President and employees of the University are fully committed to Affirmative Action and within its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment. Utah Tech does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state or local law.

The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or the University’s non-discrimination policies:

• Director of Equity Compliance / Title IX Coordinator: Hazel Sainsbury - titleix@utahtech.edu , HCC 579, 435-652-7747.
• Deputy Title IX Coordinator: Abby DeFeo - titleix@utahtech.edu , 435-652-7731.

For further information regarding non-discrimination, please visit https://titleix.utahtech.edu/ or contact:

• U.S. Department of Education, Office of Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, ocr@ed.gov , 800-421-3481.
• U.S. Department of Education, Denver Regional Office, ocr.denver@ed.gov , 303-844-5695.

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification.