Job Description
Mount St. Mary’s University is eager to serve an increasingly diverse student body and to better articulate the value of diversity
as rooted in our mission as a Catholic, liberal arts university. To that end, the University is searching for an enthusiastic and dynamic
individual to serve as Director of the Center for Student Diversity. Help articulate the value of diversity in terms integral to our
Catholic mission, rooted in the intrinsic dignity of each person as a child of God, made in the image of God.This position is in the
division of Student Life and is a crucial resource for the development of students of color and other underrepresented populations on
campus. In addition to event programming, this office will actively enhance diversity and intercultural understanding among the entire
University community. This office is responsible for the daily operations of the Center for Student Diversity (CSD), reports to reports to
the Assistant Dean/Director of Center for Involvement & Belonging with direct oversight from the Vice President for Student Life and
Dean of Student, and contributes to efforts related to student retention and overall diversity and inclusion connected to the
University’s Strategic Plan. student retention and overall diversity and inclusion connected to the University’s Strategic
Plan.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee and act as a secondary advisor to student
organizations under CSD in recruiting members, even planning, budgeting, and promoting events. - Advise the True Colors (LGBTQ)
student organization. - Supervise the CSD Lounge area/common space.
- Oversee the Cultural Council, which includes student
leadership representative from all of the CSD student organizations. - Represent CSD on various signature events such as Orientation
(June & August), Residence Life Opening. Family Weekend, and Admissions events. - Design and promote student-centered CSD
programs that focus on enhancing student belonging and student well-being broadly. - Partner extensively and inclusively to promote
the integration and participation of students of color and other underrepresented populations into campus life. - Co-create and
co-deliver, with the VP of Equity and Director of DEI Training & Development, student-focused training, and curriculum. - Gather
and share qualitative and quantitative data on the effectiveness and impact of CSD-oriented belonging and engagement programming. - Hire, train and supervise the Assistant Director of CSD, Graduate Assistant, and student workers.
- When needed, serve as a
member of the Bias Incident Response team in addressing bias related incidents between and among students. - Serve as an advocate for
students, and share information with students, colleagues, and other interested parties that promote student success, retention, and
graduation. - Serve on various campus committees and councils to represent the interests of the Division of Student Life.
- Complete other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Vice President for Student Life.
Job Requirements:
Education, Experience and Skills:
- Applicants should possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and have a
proven record of success in higher education diversity leadership and/or administration. - Demonstrated success engaging and
collaborating with people representing diverse backgrounds and experiences. - The successful candidate will have a demonstrative
commitment to the Catholic, liberal arts mission of the University. - Uphold University policies and procedures and help
students/student groups to do so. - Build relationships with students, faculty, and staff from variety of backgrounds, cultures,
perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. - Able and willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as
necessary. - Experience in experiential training and facilitation is preferred, and willingness to work with faculty and integrate
programming with curricular priorities is expected.
Salary/Benefits
This is a full-time position with
full benefits and annual, holiday and sick leave. The university offers a generous benefits package, including tuition remission for
graduate and undergraduate classes at Mount St. Mary’s University, retirement program with a match as well as a generous paid time off
schedule. Competitive salary commensurate to experience. The position will also include on campus housing.
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