Assistant Director for the Asian Cultural Center

Job Description

The Assistant Director for the Asian Cultural Engagement Center (ACEC), which is part of the Cultural and Community Centers (CCCs) within the Office for Inclusion and Diversity (OID) reports directly to the Director of the ACEC and is under the supervision of the Associate Vice Provost for Inclusion and Diversity. The Assistant Director will serve as a member of the OID team, support the Director of the ACEC, advocate for students within the community, enhance student engagement, and collaborate with the Director, other CCCs, and campus partners.

The primary responsibility of the Assistant Director will be to work closely with the Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) that are affiliated with the Asian American Student Union (AASU) to provide mentorship, advising, and guidance. Aside from being the main contact for APIDA (Asian Pacific Islander Desi American) Registered Student Organizations, this position will provide leadership for the ACEC’s Graduate Student Mentorship Program, now into its third year. Along with the Director, the Assistant Director will help with implementation of the various programs and events that are hosted and/or co-sponsored by the ACEC throughout the academic year, especially carrying out the ACEC’s signature programs and events that take place during APIDA Heritage Month.

Another aspect of this position is to maintain all of the social media accounts and activities, including marketing, of the ACEC. This involves working with the Director to create the content for and circulate the ACEC’s monthly newsletter. When requested, the Assistant Director may also be asked to attend meetings requested by campus and/or community partners and be a resource for collaborations. The Assistant Director may also serve on key committees across the VT campus.

This position will be required to conduct outreach and play a key role with advocacy for the APIDA community. While much of this position is student-facing and interacting with undergraduate and graduate students, the Assistant Director may also, from time-to time, be asked to participate in faculty, alumni, and community engagement. This position will also help with assessment of key programs and events offered by the ACEC.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree

Experience developing, conducting, and evaluating comprehensive education programs and events

Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with the APIDA community and fostering awareness and support of intersecting identities

Demonstrated cultural competence and knowledge of diversity and inclusion issues and trends in higher education

Effective communication/presentation skills and the ability to facilitate group discussions

Experience in developing learning outcomes and assessment protocols

Demonstrated commitment to community building and collaborative relationships

Ability to solve problems effectively and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Ability to work in a Team environment and take initiative to work on individual projects

Experience working with college students

Preferred Qualifications

The Assistant Director should demonstrate an extensive knowledge of APIDA communities

Master's degree in Higher Education, Asian American Studies, Social Justice Education, Sociology, Counseling Psychology, Ethnic Studies or a related field

Previous experience with campus-wide diversity trainings or educational spaces

Experience working in higher education and with student organizations

P Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with Experience

Review Date

10/10/2022

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive community dedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges , a school of medicine , a veterinary medicine college, Graduate School , and Honors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including the Innovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerous Extension offices and research centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.

Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.

If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contact Lisha Farrier at lfarrier@vt.edu during regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.

Advertised: September 16, 2022
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