Assistant Director, Multicultural Student Affairs

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

The Office of Multicultural Student Affairs fosters an inclusive environment on campus with an emphasis on social justice education, leadership in a diverse world, academic enrichment, and building community for all students. The Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Affairs is responsible for assisting with the academic, cultural, personal, and social support of Multicultural Students at the University of Miami. The Assistant Director is also responsible for programmatic support to office signature programs and student organizations ranging from identity-specific to professional development organizations on campus. The Assistant Director will report to the Director of Multicultural Student Affairs.

The department serves as an integral part of the Division of Student Affairs and Student Life and works closely with the William R. Butler Center for Volunteer Service and Leadership Development, Department of Orientation and Commuter Student Involvement, Student Activities and Student Organizations, and the LGBTQ Student Center.

Base Salary Range is $50,000-$55,000 commensurate with experience.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning & Program Development

• Assist the director and associate director in developing positive working relationships with members of the University community and external community. Work collaboratively with academic units and Student Affairs departments to develop and coordinate resources, programs, and activities for current and prospective racial/ethnic Multicultural Students at the University of Miami.
• Develop, implement, and assess innovative programs, services, and activities, which support and promote the mission of Multicultural Student Affairs.
• Develop innovative leadership and belonging workshops, dialogues, and training opportunities for student leaders, Student Affairs professionals, student organizations, and academic units.

Program Advisory Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary advisor to the Black & Asian Pacific Islander student organizations. Co-advise MSA Crew and Unity Roundtable Consortium. Maintain records, and correspondence and develop a positive mentor relationship with students. Provide guidance and assist in coordinating diverse programming initiatives.
• Provide support and counsel Multicultural Students experiencing academic and/or personal difficulties. Assist students in becoming more connected to university resources.
• Coordinate programs and services associated with cultural celebrations. Assist department in supporting programs from cultural student organizations including Multicultural Student Council, Asian Student Leadership Council, MSA Crew, Black Awareness Month Committee, Canes Fiesta, Black Student Leadership Caucus, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration Committee, Filipino American Heritage Month, Native American Heritage Month, and Diversity Week.
• Advise and coordinate retention efforts with Beyond the Horizons mentorship program for first-year students. Assist students in planning monthly events surrounding academic resources, involvement, community, and college success strategies.

Administrative Responsibilities

• Manage departmental social media presence and publications including the Unity newsletter, publications, departmental brochures, and annual report.
• Assist the director and associate director in managing student organization and signature program budgets totaling over $320,000.
• Serve as a resource to the University of Miami community on initiatives relating to issues of diversity and multiculturalism. Serve on various advisory boards and University committees.
• Assist in supervising (1) graduate student assistant, (1) graduate practicum student, and (5-10) student assistants.
• Fulfill other responsibilities as identified and assigned by the Director of Multicultural Student Affairs.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent English communication skills, verbal and written, required.
• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Master’s Degree in higher education or related field preferred.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum 2-3 years professional experience in higher education or related field required.
• Understanding and working knowledge of concepts related to college student development, identity development, and intersectional approaches to identity.
• Familiarity with Qualtrics or similar survey assessment tools.
• Familiarity with Workday or similar financial management tools.
• Experience working with student organizations in an advisory capacity.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse set of campus.

partners.

• Demonstrated commitment to social justice and diversity education.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple job requirements.
• Strong interest in diversity, equity, and inclusion training development.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.Job Status:Full timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:A9