Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator

JOB OPENING ID: 236425

REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP: College Engineering

DEPARTMENT: Chemical Engineering Dept

SALARY: $62,000.00 – $70,000.00

How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration of this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. It should also include your professional commitment to diversity, inclusion, justice, and equity. The Chemical Engineering department is committed to the University of Michigan Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion plan. We encourage candidates to speak about their commitment to contributing to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for all members of our community in the cover letter.

Summary

The Department of Chemical Engineering at the University of Michigan College of Engineering is at the forefront of research in human health, sustainable energy, and programmable matter. We have top-ranked undergraduate and Ph.D. programs and are committed to creating a positive, inclusive workplace.

We are seeking energetic candidates who are passionate about Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
(DEI) issues in academia and ready to make an impact in the Chemical Engineering (ChE)
Department. Reporting to the Director of Strategic Initiatives and Corporate Relations, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator will develop, implement and evaluate resources, programs, and events to support DEI throughout Chemical Engineering.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the facilitator and DEI point-of-contact for the ChE department, working collaboratively with all Chemical Engineering (ChE) community stakeholders and other institutional partners.
• Contribute to and drive continuous improvement of the department’s DEI Plan, including implementation, measurement, tracking, and reporting
• Advise, create, and develop DEI initiatives and play a key role in implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of DEI strategies in ChE
• Assist faculty in the development of new DEI initiatives and proposals through brainstorming, sharing of best practices, and knowledge of resources and collaborators
• Facilitate best practices in promoting an affirming and inclusive culture in which all have an opportunity to succeed and create an environment in which everyone can be their best selves
• Coordinate educational opportunities within the department in areas related to diversity and inclusion, such as cultural competency, bias, racism, sexism, gender equality, and LGBTQIA+
• Develop pipelines and provide support for the recruitment of diverse student, faculty, and staff cohorts
• Create and maintain DEI-related content for the department website

Who We Are

Michigan Engineers are world-class educators, researchers, students and staff who strive to build a people-first future. As part of the nation’s number one public research institution, Michigan Engineering’s mission is to provide scientific and technological leadership to the people of the world, develop intellectually curious and socially conscious minds, create collaborative solutions to societal problems, and promote an inclusive and innovative community of service for the common good.

Our vision, mission and values are supported by a people-first engineering framework that guides our work. As Michigan Engineers, we strive to apply excellent engineering fundamentals, integrated expertise and equity-centered values to reimagine what engineering can be, close critical gaps, and elevate all people. Information about our vision, mission and values can be found at: http://strategicvision.engin.umich.edu/.

The University of Michigan has a storied legacy of commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI). Michigan Engineering models that commitment in our research, culture and collaborations. We seek to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of that commitment. Learn more about DEI at Michigan Engineering: https://www.engin.umich.edu/culture/diversity-equity-inclusion/

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Maternity and parental leave
• University commitment to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities

Skills You Have

• Bachelor’s degree and some formal training in DEI or related domains
• 3+ years of progressive experience managing complex initiatives or programs
• Working knowledge of DEI content and the ability to apply this knowledge to an academic setting with a diverse population.
• Passion for and track record of working with diverse teams and supporting inclusive cultures
• Interest in translating strategic goals into action items and implementing them
• Experience facilitating workshops and presenting to different groups of individuals, gaining their support and commitment
• Program management experience and establishing success metrics.
• Experience creating surveys and polls, analyzing results, and presenting results to varied audiences
• Experience prioritizing new issues while maintaining long-term priorities.

Additional Information

Find out more about Chemical Engineering at che.engin.umich.edu and review the full Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Coordinator position description here.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks.  Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

236425

Working Title

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator

Job Title

Academic Program Manager

Work Location

Ann Arbor Campus

Ann Arbor, MI

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

College Engineering

Department

Chemical Engineering Dept

Posting Begin/End Date

7/06/2023 – 7/18/2023

Salary

$62,000.00 – $70,000.00

Career Interest

Academic & Student Services