Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement Program Manager

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Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status, such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status or age.

About the Position

The Program Manager coordinates the efforts to advance a clear and substantive commitment to diversity, international education, and multicultural perspectives at Lewis & Clark College by developing programs and services designed to support the recruitment, transition, and persistence of historically underrepresented students (Black, Indigenous, students of color, first-generation college students, LGBTQ+, low-income, etc.). The Program Manager is responsible for managing programs of the Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement Office and its programs.

Primary responsibilities include: programming campus-wide events on topics related to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; enhancing student leadership development and multicultural student engagement; and working collaboratively with campus constituents to foster an inclusive campus climate.

Please apply by 03 /27/2022 for priority consideration.

What You'll Do

• Supports the daily operations of the Office of Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement (IME) and the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC). Evaluate the day-to-day activities and provide direction when needed.
  
  
• Oversee the Great Expectations Mentorship program, Heritage Month Planning for Hispanic, Native, Black and Asian, Desi, Pacific Islander, Annual IME Banquet, and Men of Color Collective.
  
  
• Hire, train and supervise student peer educators and provide direct support to their projects and programs (Great Expectations Mentorship program, Heritage Month Planning and IME’s Annual Banquet).
  
  
• Contribute to building a collaborative student leadership team consisting of graduate and undergraduate students to assist within the office’s programs and services. This includes training and mentoring student mentors and staff.
  
  
• Supports all administrative needs of IME, including but not limited to: website and social media management, purchasing supplies for office and programs, report writing efforts, catering orders.
  
  
• Create and analyze program assessments and data analytics.
  
  
• Implement strategies around retention efforts of our historically underrepresented student population.
  
  
• Develop and implement the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) strategic plan.
  
  
• Collaborate with other campus offices and departments to implement signature events including but not limited to Trans Day of Remembrance, National Coming Out Day, LGBTQ+ Social, First Generation Celebration.
  
  
• Provide direct support and programming to support the transition of historically represented students. Develop retention strategies for continuing students. Serve as a mentor, resource, and advisor to students, particularly underrepresented students in need of support.
  
  
• Provide leadership development opportunities and advising to student leaders in student unions/affinity clubs and organizations.
  
  
• Coordinate training and education efforts designed to increase knowledge and engagement within the student body.
  
  
• Identify and connect underrepresented students to on- and off-campus leadership opportunities (campus jobs, clubs and partner closely with campus departments and constituents such as Alumni & Parent Programs, Athletics, Admissions, and New Student Orientation to enhance recruitment and retention efforts of historically underrepresented student organizations, service, scholarship and fellowships, research, etc.).
  
  
• In partnership with the Director, take part in campus committees on behalf of Student Life and the Office of Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement.
  
  
• Act on behalf of the Director, when the Director is not available in regard to establishing priorities, overseeing the department and division needs
  
  
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Required Qualifications/Experiences

• Bachelor’s Degree
  
  
• At least one year of experience with social justice, diversity, and inclusion work
  
  
• Demonstrated 1-2 years of experience working with students at the college level
  
  
• Proficiency in social media, website navigation, and online research
  
  
• Ability to develop strong interpersonal relationships and serve as a mentor, advisor, and resource to students
  
  
• Exemplary level of attention to detail
  
  
• Excellent written and oral communication skills; organizational skills; and diplomacy
  
  
• Basic computer skills (email, word processing, excel, etc.).
  
  

Preferred Qualifications/Experiences

• Masters Degree in Student Affairs Administration or related field
  
  
• Demonstrated 2-3 years of experience working with social justice, diversity, and inclusion work
  
  
• 1-2 years of project/event management skills
  
  
• Experience at an academic liberal arts community
  
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience working in a variety of student affairs departments on a higher education campus
  
  
• Demonstrated experience in leading the design, planning, and implementation of major programs and initiatives related to multiculturalism and diversity
  
  
• Experience in crisis management
  
  
• Experience using Google products including Google Drive, Gmail, Workspace, Documents, Sheets, Forms.
  
  

Work Schedule

• Full-time, 37.5 hours/week
• Includes occasional work on weekends/evenings
• Benefits Eligible: Yes

Pay Rate

• $45,000 - $50,000 annually
• Commensurate with experience

Physical Requirements

• The job works primarily at a desk or is otherwise involved in activities requiring little lifting, climbing or working in tiring positions.
• Standing, sitting, walking, grasping/gripping, pinching/squeezing, reaching, push/pulling, repetitive hand movements (e.g., typing), seeing, talking, listening.

For full consideration:

Please submit your application, resume, cover letter, supplemental questions, and diversity statement. Answers to the following supplemental questions should be no more than 500 words:

1. What do you anticipate being challenges for students of color at a small liberal arts college such as Lewis & Clark and what are several strategies that you could implement to assist in these challenges?

2. What role do you think intersectionality plays in a college student’s identity?'

Directions for Cover Letter

Please upload your cover letter on the My Experience screen in the resume section.

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Background Check

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Eligibility to Work

In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.