Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion, Tahlequah

Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion, Tahlequah

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JOB SUMMARY

This position plays a key role
in the development, implementation, and administration of diversity and inclusion programs on campus for faculty, staff, and students. It
serves as the primary advisor for several multicultural student organizations, creates and implements university-wide education and
programming, interacts and engages alumni and community partners, and collaborates across the institution for recruitment, retention, and
engagement of a multicultural population. The coordinator is expected to create innovative new programs and initiatives to engage a diverse
and multicultural community. 

MAJOR DUTIES 

Create innovate new programs and initiatives to
support and engage multicultural communities on campus.
Design and implement signature programs.
Provide university-wide education and
training. 
Provide outreach and administrative support, including web maintenance and marketing.
Advise student organizations and
outreach to student communities.
Assist with recruitment, retention, and advancement efforts for historically underrepresented
populations.
Work with Student Affairs staff to develop policies and procedures that uphold best practices.
Establish collaborative
relationships with alumni and community partners
Develop and implement a strategic plan for the area that embodies the mission and values
of Northeastern State.
Assess needs, services, and trainings for the institution, including interpreting and analyzing relevant climate,
cultural competency, and other diversity-related data.
Maintain a visible presence at University and student events and programs.
This
position requires the ability to be strategic, engaging, and tactical while delivering tangible results.
Serves on University
committees.
Performs related duties. 

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION 

Student
development theory.
Current issue topics of equity, inclusion, justice, and diversity and the ability to communicate that knowledge to
others in an effective manner.  
Skill in decision making and problem solving.
Skill in communicating clearly and effectively, in
person and in writing, with colleagues, students, parents, community partners, and
others. 

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK 

The work consists of a broad scope of
responsibilities.  This person must evaluate and prioritize multiple ongoing projects.  Individual must interact with individuals both in
and outside the university, including alumni and community partners.
The purpose of this position is to ensure educate and engage the
university community along issues of equity, inclusion, justice, and diversity, to address university-wide needs and initiative, and to
engage and support a multicultural student, faculty, and staff community, including partnering with multiple
departments. 

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY 

This position may periodically
oversee student workers or graduate assistants, as needed and available. 

MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS 

Master’s degree in higher education or related field.
Previous experience in multicultural
policy, programming, or education.
Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance. 

PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS 

Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing university wide training, education, and
policy development.
Experience advising multicultural student organizations.
Previous experience in assessment practices.

Annual salary $39,252.00.00 with excellent benefits and generous time off.

Projected hire date: August 7, 2023

Applications
will be accepted:  July 24, 2023
NOTE:  Posting will close to applicants at ll:59 p.m., CST,  on the date above.  An application cannot
be changed after it has been submitted.