Director of Equity and Inclusion

1 week ago


Ithaca, New York, United States InsideHigherEd Full time
Job Summary

As the Director of the BIPOC Unity Center, you will provide visionary leadership and direction in creating and maintaining a campus environment that supports, reflects, and affirms equity, inclusion, and belonging for BIPOC and First Generation students. This role requires a collaborative and innovative approach to developing and implementing programs, events, scholarships, and services that foster community and promote student success.

Key Responsibilities
  1. Provide strategic leadership and direction for the BIPOC Unity Center, including the Ithaca Achievement Program, Martin Luther King Scholars Program, and the Ithaca First Generation Center.
  2. Design, implement, and promote educational, cultural, and social programs and services that enhance students' academic success, personal growth, and development.
  3. Cultivate and lead community building and outreach efforts on behalf of the Center, fostering partnerships with campus departments and community organizations.
  4. Develop and sustain successful collaborative initiatives and partnerships to advocate for equity in educational spaces at the intersections of multiple minoritized identities.
  5. Oversee the recruitment and supervision of professional staff and student employees of the Center.
  6. Plan and coordinate college-wide annual BIPOC student and First Gen themed events, such as Jumpstart, MLK Week, and the Senior Leadership Awards Ceremony.
  7. Lead the budget planning process for the Center and manage annual budget.
Qualifications

We seek a highly qualified candidate with a Master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, or a related field, and a minimum of five years of professional experience in student affairs, intercultural affairs, or a related area. The ideal candidate will possess:

  • Previous experience in student program development/student services at a college, university, or community agency.
  • Demonstrated leadership experience, budget management skills, collaboration skills, strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Extensive knowledge about ways systems of oppression impact students of racially minoritized groups in higher education, and the challenges and opportunities facing BIPOC and First Generation students in higher education.
  • Knowledge of and commitment to educational equity, and working with students through an intersectional lens.
  • Experience creating and implementing successful, innovative educational programming.
  • Ability to engage effectively with diverse constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community members.


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