Director, Equity Training & Development

Position Summary The Director of Equity Training & Development is part of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion team. The Director of Equity Training & Development reports to the Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and is responsible for building capacity and infrastructure for proactive and responsive equity-based training and professional development for staff, faculty, and students, with a focus on antiracism education. The role is responsible for management and facilitation of training initiatives, as well as consultations and collaborations to leverage strategic partnerships to bridge equity-focused training across campus.

This is a temporary project position and expected to end on 06/30/2025. Extension of the position is dependent on availability of funds. Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule Position Salary Range: $90,705/yearr - $131,522/year The salary information shown above is a general guideline only.

The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $100,909/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule. We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components.

Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc. The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay.

About The College Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing equity, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College. About the Department The Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI) primary function at Bellevue College is a cultural commitment to inclusion. We understand the root causes of inequity and disrupt behaviors that sustain systems of power through continuous learning and collaborative practices.

We are responsible for compliance with policies covering discrimination, harassment, equal opportunity, and prevention. Essential Functions Management & Facilitation Oversee, develop, and lead equity-based training and development opportunities. Conduct campus wide equity-based training and professional development offerings tailored to the unique needs of staff, faculty, and students.

Oversee Professional Development Day, a campus-wide conference on advancing equity & inclusion. Lead Professional Development Day committee, recruit presenters, and manage conference operations. Lead and direct the Equity Education Advisory Committee to track and manage projects.

Audit, track, and develop an inventory of equity-based training offerings across the campus. Assess and evaluate professional development offerings to determine institutional gaps, needs, progress, and effectiveness. Establish and manage a campus-wide Intergroup Dialogue program for students to explore issues of identity through one-time and series-based offerings.

Supervise designated full-time, part-time staff including hiring new staff, making recommendations for disciplinary action, approving/denying leave requests, evaluating employee performance. Recruit, train, and supervise a cohort of facilitators to lead dialogues and professional development opportunities. Manage student facilitators to support equity-focused training goals.

Manage, develop, plan, and monitor budgets and expenditures assure compliance with college policies and other administrative procedures Consultancy & Collaborations Leverage strategic partnerships to bridge equity-focused training across campus and scale for increased impact. Lead the college in strategic planning of equity-focused training by identifying and addressing gaps. Research and implement data informed practices for antiracism and equity-based training in higher education in partnership with regional and national professional associations.

Establish a system and criteria for campus-wide training and professional development requests, based on campus needs and strategic, high impact campus partnerships. Partner with key campus stakeholders and other community colleges to identify training needs, topics, and content areas. Collaborate with strategic campus leaders to assess and further develop implementation of equity-focused training and professional development opportunities.

Audit and provide strategic guidance in the content development of equity-driven HR training initiatives. Serve as a liaison for Faculty Commons and other faculty-based antiracism and Equity Training and professional development initiatives as outline in collective bargaining agreements. Participate in Achieving the Dream professional development team.

Partner with Guided Pathways to advance equity-focused training for students. Support ODEI staff with scaffolding of training for staff & faculty screening committee members upholding equity in hiring processes. Support Social Justice & Diversity Director with the management of a Queer & Trans People of Color (QTPOC) staff & faculty conference.

Develop and maintain a library of professional resources and offerings that address equity and inclusion issues and competencies, based on campus, regional, and national issues & trends. Develop and manage external vendor and contractor relationships. Project Address ad hoc requests and special projects as necessary.

Other Perform other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree from a regionally- accredited college. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis.

Minimum of three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in developing, leading, and managing equity & inclusion-based training initiatives, with a demonstrated ability to cultivate strategic partnerships and coalitions. Demonstrate an understanding of equity, systemic oppression, social justice, and inclusion in higher education, utilizing advanced facilitation skills and various learning modalities for equity focused-training in diverse formats. Proficient in data assessment, tracking and analyzing to identify institutional professional development needs and design/evaluate training opportunities using institutional data.

Demonstrate skills in event/conference management, and effective written/verbal communication with a focus on inclusive language, addressing the unique needs of faculty, staff, and students. Demonstrate experience in managing and monitoring budgets. Demonstrate experience in collaborating with cross-departmental groups to accomplish college-wide goals.

Demonstrate experience in supervising both full-time and part-time employees Demonstrate experience with leading Intergroup Dialogue. Demonstrate experience working with diverse colleagues and students in a collaborative and inclusive environment. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Teams) Conditions of Employment Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment.

Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties. Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S.

citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu if you need information on medical or religious accommodation. Sexual Misconduct and Background Check: Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

Check frequently in your inbox, spam, junk, clutter email folders for any communication regarding the next steps from Bellevue College and our background check partners. Reference Check: Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. Other Information This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.

This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa. How To Apply Applications received by 10/23/2023 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled.

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying.

Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service. Required application materials: Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) Attach a Resume Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable Contact: If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to jobs@bellevuecollege.edu. EEO Statement Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities.

Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu or 425-564-2271.