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Assistant Director, DEI Student Initiatives

Employer
Des Moines Area Community College
Location
Ankeny Campus

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

Job Title:

Assistant Director, DEI Student Initiatives

Campus:

Ankeny Campus

Job Number:

21-A39

Employment Date:

As soon as possible

Job Category:

Administrative/Professional Positions

Application & Position Contact Information:

Human Resources at (515) 964-6479 or jobs@dmacc.edu for information concerning the application process. Shelli Allen at 515-964-6622 or sallen14@dmacc.edu for information concerning the position or your status once the position has closed.

Salary Information:

Starting salary: $87,804 (work experience and meeting the desired qualifications listed may be considered in setting a salary above the minimum)
Pay Grade: A7

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of DEI, assist the Director with the implementation of the DMACC DEI Strategic Plan, specifically as it relates to priorities involving students. Work to develop and execute curricular and co-curricular initiatives for students of color, first generation students, LGBTQ+ students, and other historically underrepresented student populations as they work toward their academic, leadership, and career goals. Design, administer, and assess inclusive student programming to enhance and reinforce academic engagement and experiential learning. Provide support across all campuses of the college in the support of DMACC’s mission, strategic plan, and commitment to DEI; work collaboratively with internal constituencies as well as high school counselors and community-based organizations to develop engagement opportunities that will positively impact recruitment, retention, engagement, and persistence of underrepresented students; develop collaborative programs that explore identity; address current events as they impact multicultural communities and recognize intersectionality; develop and implement a comprehensive program of activities, civic engagement, mentorship, and academic support to promote the academic and social success of historically underrepresented students; and facilitate student dialogues on complex issues related to campus climate, current events, and trends.

Essential Functions:

Assess and monitor the recruitment, enrollment, academic achievement and retention rates of DMACC students from backgrounds historically underrepresented in college, to include but not limited to race/ethnicity, first-generation, LGBTQ+, refugee and immigrant students, and students with disabilities. Collaborate with Admissions Department regarding recruitment of students of color and serve as a resource when prospective students visit DMACC. Collaborate with Admissions to develop and host annual visit programs for students historically underrepresented backgrounds. Partner with various college departments, faculty, staff, and alumni to connect first-generation students and those from historically underrepresented populations to programs, services, workshops, and resources, including but not limited to academic advising, counseling, career readiness, wellness, and study abroad. Serve as a resource and guide for students and the college community.

Develop, support, collaborate, and facilitate workshops regarding student success, academic support, identity-development, leadership, community, and belonging. Coordinate outreach, honoring, and celebration regarding identity activities such as cultural heritage months and National Coming Out Day. Assist in the marketing and promotion of departmental, institutional, and community resources through various mediums, including website, e-newsletter, social media, etc. Establish and promote intentional dialogues, difficult conversations, respectful discourse, empathetic listening pertaining to campus, local, national, and global issues. Coordinate programming for diversity including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, ability, socio-economic, class, religion, spirituality programs that establish and maintain opportunities for structured dialogue focused on civil discourse and understanding. Supporting growing initiatives and programming to engage and support LGBTQ+ students. Support cultural, religious, and identity-based student clubs for program and event planning. Create a mentor program for historically underrepresented students to engage a diverse group of students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Implement strategic objectives and develop mechanisms for monitoring, assessing, benchmarking, reporting, and measuring progress of the recruitment, retention, success, and completion of students from historically underrepresented populations. Track and assess the impact of office programs and initiatives to student retention and success. Develop policies, communications (i.e. electronic, written, web, social media), and services across locations that facilitate a campus community that respects, incorporates, and advances diversity, equity, and pluralism.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree and at least four years of successful experience in program administration, teaching, leadership, training and development, or other related areas.

Strong communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to create and maintain inclusive, supportive programs and accessible resources for underrepresented students.

Demonstrated ability to build effective relationships with students, campus partners, faculty, and the community.

Experience with the development and implementation of recruitment and communication strategies for underrepresented students.

Desired Qualifications:

Community college experience.

Experience facilitating conversations around power, privilege, oppression, and identity.

Background in retention theories, assessment, and/or higher education access with an applied working knowledge of privilege and anti-oppressive frameworks.

Ability to communicate effectively across cultures and within a team.

Creativity and resourcefulness in completing tasks and advancing the work of the office.

Physical Requirements:

Constant:
• Sit
Occasional:
• Lift Floor to Waist < 10 lbs
• Carry < 10 lbs x 100 ft
• Push/pull horizontal 10 lbs x 18 in
• Lateral Pinch
• Forward reach
• Crouch
• Neck Flexion, Extension & Rotation
• Fine Motor Coordination
• Hand & Foot Coordination
• Stand
• Ability to be Mobile

Mobility accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and determined by the essential functions of this position.

Physical Demand Category:

Light

Post offer, Pre-Employment Physical Test:

N/A

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, day hours

Posting Date:

05/24/2021

Deadline for Submitting Applications:

06/20/2021

Open Until Filled:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer and embraces diversity. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6301 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.

THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application. Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.

Quick Link for Internal Postings:

https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/6624

Organization

DMACC is the largest community college in Iowa, serving Central Iowa since 1966. We have 500+ faculty and staff dedicated providing the most immersive, progressive, and innovative learning experience for our students.

We're proud to provide one of the best opportunities for educational advancement in the state. Our student body is made up of traditional students as well as professionals from a multitude of backgrounds.

We offer the lowest tuition and fees in the state with more than 220 programs of study. Our credit students can graduate with an associates degree, college diploma or certificate.  With courses available online or face-to-face, students can easily plan a class schedule that fits their needs.

With an average class size of 18 students to 1 faculty member, students get a level of assistance that may not be possible at other institutions.

We offer learning opportunities through our six campuses and six learning centers.

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