Assistant Director Of Student Engagement, Div

POSITION: Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Department: Student Engagement

DIVISION: Academic Affairs

Salary range: $62,000 to $68,000

BENEFITS:

• Flexible Work Arrangements Available (where applicable, based on position)
• Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account
• College Paid Life, AD&D, LTD insurance Generous PTO 12 Paid Holidays
• TIAA Retirement with 8% college contribution after one year of employment
• Free EAP Counseling Services Free Chiropractic Care

Northeast College of Health Sciences is committed to creating a culture of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging with our college campus community. In support of our institutional values, we acknowledge each person’s unique experience, perspective, and ability as contributions that both enrich our community and enhance the professions and people we serve. As such, the College is dedicated to providing equitable opportunities to all future and current employees, including those belonging to groups that have been historically underrepresented in higher education.

General Description:

The Assistant Director of Student Engagement, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is a team member within the office of Student Engagement. This position is responsible for developing and overseeing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging activities and initiatives at the college. This position also supports and participates in all Student Engagement initiatives. This position serves as a campus ombudsmen and Title IX Coordinator supporting students in navigating informal and formal complaints and grievances. From a Student Engagement perspective, this position supports students, faculty, and staff through the development of services and programming that brings DEI initiatives to the institution.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Maintains working knowledge of 1964 Civil Rights Act, ADA, Title IX, and other applicable laws.
2. Provides leadership through collaboration in the development of a variety of campus programming that covers educational, social, and cultural activities.
3. Participates in student, faculty, and staff development opportunities through the delivery of DEIB in-service trainings and workshops.
4. Develops and maintains services and programs that support student recruitment and retention.
5. Develops and maintains infrastructure that encourages stakeholder engagement and creates key internal and external partnerships for resources and support.
6. Supports the college community by providing resources and advisement for appropriate and inclusive communication.
7. Serves as a primary point of contact for advocacy and awareness on DEIB matters.
8. Oversees the student grievance and complaint process and maintains reporting and statistics.
9. Supports and provides conflict resolution, mediation, and training for students, as needed.
10. Serves as the Title IX Coordinator and maintains compliance and reporting.
11. Participates with, and supports all areas of Student Engagement, to include strategic planning, over-arching development plans (ODP), self-studies, policies, and procedures.
12. Participates in national, regional, and state, professional opportunities, as needed.
13. All other duties as assigned.

Methods of Accountability:

1. Verbal and written communication with Executive Director of Student Engagement.
2. Verbal and written feedback from faculty, staff, and students, as well as other college stakeholders.
3. Annual performance evaluation by Executive Director of Student Engagement with input from stakeholders.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree required, and five years of relevant experience in sociology, social anthropology, public administration, and/or higher education with a focus on DEI planning and initiatives. Master’s degree preferred with two years of relevant experience in sociology, social anthropology, public administration and/or higher education with a focus on DEI planning and initiatives.
2. Must possess a working knowledge of Title IX regulations and procedures. Applicant must have successfully completed or be able to complete the ATIXA training as a Title IX Investigator and Coordinator and maintain those credentials.
3. Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
4. Must possess excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
5. Must be detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced customer service office environment. Some nights and weekends as needed.

If you are interested in applying for this position; please submit a cover letter of interest, resume and contact information for three professional references to: the Office of Human Resources, 2360 State Route 89, Seneca Falls, NY 13148, or e-mail your response to: humanresources@northeastcollege.edu

* Employment is subject to the favorable result of a background investigation and where applicable, confirmation of appropriate degrees and credentialing.

Northeast College of Health Sciences is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against students or employees on the basis of age, race, color, creed, gender, sexual orientation, or handicapping conditions (or any other protected status) in its educational programs, financial aid, activities, admissions and employment practices.