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SalaryThis person will oversee Kaufman Interfaith Institute’s on-campus interfaith initiatives, as well as the inter-collegiate interfaith initiatives with surrounding colleges/universities.
PRIMARY DUTIES
- Manage on-campus interfaith initiatives, utilizing an intersectional, justice-oriented, equity-minded framework for engaging religious identity and broader diversity work.
- Facilitate programs and dialogues around topics concerning religious, secular, and spiritual identities and traditions of our student and campus community.
- Organize civic engagement and service-learning opportunities for students to connect to the local community.
- Work closely with Division of Student Affairs and the Social Justice Centers (Center for Women and Gender Equity, Disability Support Resources, LGBT Resource Center, and Office of Multicultural Affairs).
- Collaborate with academic programs such as the Religious Studies Program, Intercultural Training Certificate, TRIO Support Services & Programs, Recreation Wellness, and more.
- Serve as advisor to registered student organizations and coordinate activities that support and build bridges between those groups.
- Advocate for inclusion and equity for all religious, secular, and spiritual identities on campus, including advocating for resources as well as spaces designated for groups to be able to live out this aspect of their identity on campus comfortably.
- Represent and promote Grand Valley State University in local and national networking spaces. Partner with additional campus initiatives focusing on student success, development, and civic engagement, along with Student Life, Student Services, faculty programs, and more.
- Oversee interfaith leadership initiatives, including supervising Interfaith Interns, developing partnerships with colleges and universities, and coordinating local and national interfaith leadership training opportunities.
- Mentor emerging student leaders in the multiple facets of interfaith cooperation, including personal identity development, how values can be put into action, and negotiating spaces of deep disagreement and exclusive truth claims.
- Facilitate training and presentations on interfaith engagement and religious diversity in community organizations, houses of worship, and on campuses, both locally and nationally.
- Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
- Engage in strategic planning, evaluation, and assessment for KII programs and initiatives.
- Write grant requests from relevant organizations/foundations, such as Interfaith America.
- Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (i.e. religious studies, theology/divinity, sociology, political science, intercultural communication, higher education)
- Minimum two years of experience in developing and implementing interfaith dialogue and service programs and activities.
- Previous experience working with diverse groups, on campus and in the community.
- Possess excellent interpersonal, organizational, written and verbal communications skills.
- Commitment to working with underrepresented communities.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Master’s degree (or working toward master’s degree) in relevant field.
- Previous experience in higher education.
- Ability to supervise Graduate Assistants, Interns, and undergraduate student workers.
- Experience in social justice education and/or community organizing.
- Knowledge of theories on spiritual/faith development in college studies.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal office environment. Some travel may be required. Some weekend house and extended weekday hours are possible.
Salary: Up to $60,000; commensurate with experience
Campus: Grand Rapids - Health Campus
Department/Division: Kaufman Interfaith Institute/Inclusion and Equity
How to Apply: Please include a cover letter and resume.
Application Deadline: Application closes at 11:59pm on March 19, 2024.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/affirmative/. TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities, women, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
