Senior Diversity Officer

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States University of Illinois Full time

About the Opportunity

The University of Illinois Chicago seeks a visionary leader to serve as the Vice Chancellor for Equity and Diversity. This critical role will oversee the development and implementation of strategic initiatives to promote access, equity, and inclusion across the institution.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the Office of the Vice Chancellor for Equity and Diversity in advancing the university's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Develop and implement institutional policies and programs to promote equity and inclusion.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership and stakeholders to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are integrated into all aspects of university life.
  • Provide leadership and guidance to faculty, staff, and students on issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Build and maintain partnerships with external organizations to advance the university's diversity and inclusion goals.

Requirements

  • Master's degree or doctoral degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education.
  • Minimum of ten years of progressively comprehensive equity and diversity program-building and administration leadership within a large, complex environment.
  • Working knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices, concepts, and programs.
  • Experience with developing and implementing institutional policies related to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Strong management and leadership skills, including exceptional team leadership, training, coaching, and mentoring ability.
  • Crisis management and conflict resolution skills, and the ability to manage multiple high-pressure demands.
  • Excellent communication skills with demonstrated experience in making high-level presentations to senior and board-level leaders.

About the University

The University of Illinois Chicago is a Carnegie RU/VH research institution and the largest university in Chicago. We serve over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation, and are designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI), and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI).

How to Apply

Confidential inquiries and nominations should be submitted by email to Marisea Rivera at marisea.rivera@opuspartners.net. To be considered by the University's search committee, candidates must provide a CV/resume and a letter of introduction that addresses the specific responsibilities, expectations, and qualifications described above, and submit these online by November 7, 2024 for fullest consideration.



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