Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer
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- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- Location
- Chapel Hill, NC
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- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)
Department:Diversity and Inclusion-264000
Working Title:Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer
Appointment Type:EHRA Non-Faculty
Position Posting Category:Academic Administration
Full Time/Part Time?:Full-Time Permanent
Hours per Week:40
Vacancy ID:NF0004696
Position ID:01000962
Posting Open Date:01/04/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
Proposed Start Date:07/01/2021
Position Summary:The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill values diversity, equity, and inclusion and their benefits for our campus, the people of North Carolina, and the broader communities we serve.
The Vice Provost for Equity and Inclusion and Chief Diversity Officer (VP/CDO) reports to the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost, the University’s chief academic officer, with a dual reporting line to the Chancellor. The VP/CDO serves on the Chancellor’s and Provost’s respective leadership cabinets and is tasked with informing and implementing the institution’s strategy, processes, and infrastructure related to building our community together.
The VP/CDO advises campus leaders to create a campus community in which faculty, staff and students feel that they belong and are equipped to thrive in a global society. The VP/CDO takes the lead in enhancing the educational benefits of diversity for students through equitable and effective recruitment, enrollment, and retention. The VP/CDO develops systems that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion across a breadth of university activities that include hiring, training and professional development, promotion and tenure, teaching, research, evaluation, and budgeting and resource allocation. The VP/CDO supports the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost as well as the Chancellor on decision making and messaging on matters related to diversity, equity and inclusion.
The Senior Director of the Office for Diversity and Inclusion reports directly to the VP/CDO. The Office for Diversity and Inclusion seeks to build understanding across differences, promote the free exchange of ideas, and support the University’s provision of the educational benefits of diversity.
The VP/CDO convenes chief diversity officers in respective units and schools to help them implement Carolina’s diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies.
Master’s degree required, PhD or other terminal degree preferred.
Option for faculty appointment fixed term or professor of the practice.
Qualifications and Experience:The successful candidate will be a recognized leader and will have substantial leadership experience in a university setting with a preference for a candidate with strong, engaged scholarship in a field that supports the University’s strategy around equity and inclusion. The successful candidate will possess a demonstrated intellectual and ethical leadership as an innovator, collaborator, and catalyst in mobilizing institutional and community stakeholders to promote equity and inclusion.
The successful candidate will possess a record of success in facilitating effective partnerships. They will have experience leading large-scale change projects within a complex organization and will demonstrate proven experience implementing strategic plans and following up with large scale assessments and reporting. The successful candidate will have the ability to understand, navigate and implement frameworks, policies, laws and regulations. They will have proven success in, or demonstrated aptitude for, external relations and communications; and a willingness to embrace challenges and opportunities.
The successful candidate will demonstrate empathy and real-world experience with the wide range of disciplines, interests and people represented at University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and show a deep appreciation for University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s public mission. They will demonstrate the ability to implement bold, creative, and innovative initiatives and the vision, emotional intelligence and humility to command the respect and involvement of University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill’s diverse constituents and stakeholders.
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.
Special Instructions:Qualified applicants should forward an electronic version (Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF files preferred) of their curriculum vitae and a letter of interest to:
UNC.CDO@russellreynolds.com.
Contact for Inquiries:
Joi Hayes-Scott
Russell Reynolds Associates
(202) 654-7816
Katherine Armstrong
Russell Reynolds Associates
(617) 722-6223
Organization
The nation’s first public university is at the heart of what’s next, preparing a diverse student body to become creators, explorers, innovators and leaders in North Carolina and throughout the world. Carolina’s nationally recognized, innovative teaching, campus-wide spirit of inquiry and dedication to public service continue the legacy that began in 1795 when the University first opened its doors to students.
Here, in one of America's most beautiful college settings, we offer exceptional careers in richly diverse fields. Come explore what UNC-Chapel Hill has to offer you.
Undergraduate Enrollment: 19,117
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,894
Total Student Enrollment: 30,011
Founded: 1789, as the first state university in the United States
Type of Institution: Public, four-year
Undergraduate Admission: 15,961
Graduate/Professional Enrollment: 10,039
Total Student Enrollment: 26,000
Faculty: 3,000
Percentage of faculty who hold Ph.D.s or the highest degrees in their field: 94 percent
Faculty/student ratio: 1/14
Location: UNC is located in the heart of Chapel Hill, the best college town in America! It's a friendly town of about 40,000 in the geographical center of North Carolina. Chapel Hill is at the western point of the Research Triangle, an area of about one million people, comprised of Chapel Hill, the cities of Durham and Raleigh, and the Research Triangle Park, home of many corporate offices and scientific research centers. Carolina is about 30 miles from the state capital, Raleigh, and 20 minutes from Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Chapel Hill's main street, Franklin Street, borders the campus and offers shops, coffee houses, cafés, movie theaters and houses of worship. The town has a historic district, museum, library, parks, malls, and many recreational facilities.
Origins of Carolina's students: 82 percent of UNC's freshmen are from North Carolina and 18 percent are from out-of-state. Our students come from 42 different states and our international students represent 37 countries.
Size of freshman class: Approximately 3,400
Class size: Barely five percent of undergraduate classes contain more than 100 students; two-thirds of undergraduate classes have fewer than 30 students. Forty-one percent have fewer than 20 students, including First Year Seminars, in which first-year students work closely with professors.
Sports and athletic programs: UNC is an NCAA Division I school with 28 varsity teams. Carolina is the proud home of the Dean Smith Center, Kenan Stadium, Carmichael Auditorium, Koury Natatorium, and many other fine athletic facilities. Students join more than 60 intramural and club sports, which include baseball, bowling, crew, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, rugby, tae kwon do, and ultimate frisbee. The Student Recreation Center offers weight training, aerobics, stair machines, and all the equipment you would expect to find at a great health club! Carolina offers a newly renovated outdoor pool and indoor pools, a golf course, tennis courts, and the longest zipline in America!
Number of residence halls: Incoming undergraduates will live in one of Carolina's 29 residence halls, which are wired for Internet access and cable television. housing.unc.edu
Scholarships and financial aid: About 40 percent of UNC-Chapel Hill students receive scholarships and/or some form of financial aid. studentaid.unc.edu
Special research institutes: Institute for Research in Social Science, Institute of Outdoor Drama, Morehead Planetarium, Kenan Institute of Private Enterprise, Institute of Government, Institute of African American Research.
Career services: On-campus counseling, job fairs, résumé writing service, internships, placement services. www.unc.edu/depts/career
Technological facilities: Students find multiple uses for Carolina's state-of-the-art technological resources. They can access Carolina's computer services through Academic Technology and Networks, which manages academic computing, e-mail, microcomputing labs, interactive media presentation, video and classroom support, and a help desk. The MetaLab oversees the development of SunSITE, one of the world's busiest digital library and electronic publishing projects.
Students may open e-mail accounts, and many use campus computer resources to construct personal Web pages. Students in residence halls have hardwired network connections to the Internet and cable television in their rooms. At the ATN Training center, students may take classes on software packages and utilities. Computer labs are available for student use all over campus.
Carolina Computing Initiative: Beginning with the freshman class of 2000, undergraduates must purchase laptop computers. The University has arranged for IBM to offer computers at excellent prices. Students, faculty, and staff will enjoy cost savings, higher quality compatible equipment, and better technical support through CCI. www.unc.edu/cci
The Study Abroad program allows students to live and learn in Europe, the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific Rim, Africa, and the Americas. www.unc.edu/depts/abroad
The Honors Program offers special seminars, research programs, and the chance to design your own independent studies. www.unc.edu/depts/honors
Carolina students spend time in public service through student organizations, the Campus Y, the Carolina Center for Public Service, and courses that incorporate community service.
UNC's chapter of Phi Beta Kappa, a national collegiate honor society, is the oldest in North Carolina, dating from 1904. There are many other honorary societies at Carolina.
UNC offers ROTC programs in all branches of national military service.
Through the First Year Seminars program, first year students will understand what it means to study at a premier research university. They will learn from faculty members and share in their research in seminars of no more than 20 students.
Life outside the classroom: More than 370 clubs, teams, and student organizations offer something for everyone! You can choose from among musical and dramatic performing groups, publications, ethnic and religious clubs, the Campus Y and other service organizations, fraternities and sororities, and pre- professional organizations. Whatever your interests, you will find others at Carolina who share them! www.unc.edu/depts/union/student/listintr.htm
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