504308 - Academic Diversity Officer

504308 - Academic Diversity Officer

Classificaiton: Administrator I-Range A
Department: Diversity and Equity
Sub-Division: Vice President, Human Resources Diversity and Inclusion
Salary Range: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Appointment Type: At Will
Time Base: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About CSUF:
Standing on 241 acres at the heart of Southern California, the university was founded in 1957 and has grown into a population of over 39,000 students. As Titans, we believe that diverse perspectives deepen our understanding. We are committed to giving students the support they need to graduate, while responding to California’s revolving work force needs. At California State University, Fullerton we strive for continual improvement of students, staff, faculty and administrators through orientations, training programs and professional development opportunities. As part of the Titan Community, you have access to many campus facilities and services including but not limited to the Grand Central Art Center in Santa Ana, CSUF Garden Grove Center, Fullerton Arboretum, cultural events and performances in the Clayes Performing Arts Center, Cal State Fullerton Athletics sports events, Titan Recreation Center, and the Employee Wellness Program.


Job Summary:
It is an exciting time to join Cal State Fullerton as we are an in demand comprehensive University that is driven to shape the future of education and foster a vibrant community of diverse students, faculty, staff and administrators who uphold values of inclusive excellence, free speech, and an environment free from discrimination. We are continuously seeking individuals from a variety of career disciplines that share in the University's mission and core values. We warmly welcome you to consider joining the Titan Community where minds expand and opportunities flourish.

About the Position:
The Office of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity Programs (DIEP) supports the CSUF mission of preparing our diverse student body for academic and professional success. We develop and support practices, programming, and policies across the broad spectrum of inclusivity, equity and civility for the CSUF campus community. Through the provision of consultation and training, we strive to promote a campus community wherein students, staff and faculty are engaged in the values of inclusive excellence. We are seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Academic Diversity Officer. The ideal candidate in this role should have a positive attitude, an active, energetic mind, and a leadership style that is characterized by highly ethical practices and a commitment to diversity, openness, flexibility, integrity, and kindness.

The Academic Diversity Officer is responsible for developing and implementing proactive initiatives that support the University's strategic goals, and provides leadership, coordination, and planning for diversity and inclusive excellence throughout the university. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, the Academic Diversity Officer works collaboratively with the Assistant Vice President on matters of strategic importance - with a particular emphasis on furthering the compositional diversity of the faculty, advancing equitable outcomes for students, and providing guidance and support to academic leaders to consider EDI (equity, diversity, inclusion) in all aspects of their work. Day-to-day responsibilities include leading strategic efforts to advance the recruitment, inclusion, and long-term success of faculty - particularly those from underrepresented groups. This position serves as a main point of contact and collaborator on departmental services that lie at the intersection of the work with the Division of Academic Affairs. As such, this position regularly engages with Academic Affairs leaders and decision makers on related efforts. Assists with the implementation of the affirmative action plan, offers an equity lens on the facilitation of recruitment and retention of employees, and champions practices that further the campus commitment to inclusive excellence. The Academic Diversity Officer is an experienced professional, passionate about driving diversity and inclusion strategy and fostering a culture to enable all members of the CSUF to learn and work in an equitable and inclusive environment. Performs other duties as assigned.


Essential Qualifications:
Master's Degree in a related field from an accredited college or university. Minimum of five (5) years of experience in higher education administration, teaching, and/or leadership position. Or equivalent relevant experience. Demonstrated leadership and experience in advancing equity, diversity and inclusion within a complex organization. Experience with retention and promotion policies, professional development, and assessment. Experience with, and knowledge of basic faculty personnel transactions (e.g., recruitments and appointments, leaves, etc.). Understands faculty policy development and shared governance. Familiarity in equal employment opportunity and affirmative action work, including familiarity with developing and implementing affirmative action plans. Proficient at compiling and analyzing workforce diversity data.

A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.


Preferred Qualifications:
A terminal degree from an accredited institution. A record of teaching, research, scholarship, or creative activity, and service to support a faculty appointment. Demonstrated experience implementing Affirmative Action plans and reviewing candidate pools for university hiring. Experience training members of search committees in a higher education environment. Experience in the California State University system.


Special Working Conditions:
Notice of Non-Discrimination on the Basis of Gender or Sex and Contact Information for Title IX Coordinator


Additional Information:
California State University, Fullerton celebrates all forms of diversity and is deeply committed to fostering an inclusive environment within which students, staff, administrators and faculty thrive. Individuals interested in advancing the University’s strategic diversity goals are strongly encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified applicants with disabilities who self-disclose.

The person holing this position is considered a general mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting act and is required to comply with the requirement set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.

Multiple positions may be hired from this recruitment based on the strength of the applicant pool.

If you are applying for a staff position, please note that you are not eligible to work concurrently in a staff position and an Academic Student position such as Graduate Assistant, Teaching Associate, Instructional Student Assistant or a Student Assistant position.

Regular attendance is considered an essential job function.

Employee/applicant who submits an application for a position may be required to successfully complete job related performance test(s) as part of the selection process.

Online application/resume must be received by electronic submission on the final filing date by 9:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)/midnight (Eastern Standard Time). Applicants who fail to complete all sections of the online application form will be disqualified from consideration.

California State University, Fullerton is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions (i.e. H1-B Visas).

CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to hr@fullerton.edu.


Application Deadline: Sep 23, 2021 (9:00 PM)

Apply online at: https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/504308/504308-academic-diversity-officer

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