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Director of American Indian Student Services

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University of Colorado | CU Denver

Center for Identity & Inclusion

Director of American Indian Student Services

Position #00300524 – Requisition #24559

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date.  Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

CU Denver: https://www.ucdenver.edu/coronavirus

Exemptions vary by campus location/department.

CU Denver - Exemptions are allowed for medical, religious, or personal reasons.

The University of Colorado Denver seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment. We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

Part of the University of Colorado System, CU Denver is home to nearly 15,000 students (over 10,000 undergraduate and 4,700 graduate), has over 1,100 faculty members across eight schools and colleges, and offers 117 degree programs both in-person and online. The most diverse research university in Colorado, over 70% of the fall 2021 entering class were students of color or first generation. In 2021, the campus received federal designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and is on track to be classified as an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI). It is also ranked #1 in Colorado for social mobility (U.S. News & World Report 2022). 

Nestled in the center of one of America’s most vibrant and fastest-growing cities, the University of Colorado Denver is Denver’s public urban research university. It educates a diverse student body through quality academics, ambitious research, creative work, and civic engagement in the city it calls home. Leveraging its proximity to and partnership with so many public, non-profit, and private-sector employers, CU Denver graduates gain the powerful combination of immersive classroom and real-world applied experiences that are in demand today. CU Denver provides well-educated top talent and a new generation of knowledge to fuel the future of Denver and the region. 

As part of the state’s largest public university system, CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy, with nearly 2,500 employees, an annual budget of $330 million, and an annual economic impact exceeding $800 million.

CU Denver is located in downtown Denver, Colorado, and shares the Auraria campus with two other distinct and separate institutions: Community College of Denver and Metropolitan State University of Denver. Each institution has its own neighborhood, and the three institutions maintain and manage the campus with a shared-governance model through the Auraria Higher Education Center (AHEC).

The Center for Identity & Inclusion has an opening for a full-time University Staff (unclassified) Director of American Indian Student Services position.

Nature of Work

American Indian Student Services (AISS) is one of four offices within CU Denver’s Center for Identity & Inclusion (CII) that provide support and resources to enhance each student's experience and nurture a sense of belonging and empowerment, and to promote a diverse and inclusive campus. This position assists students with their transition to CU Denver and provides support and encouragement for their academic success, cultural awareness and personal development. In addition to these broad goals, the AISS Program Director is particularly responsible for enhancing the academic, cultural, social, and professional development of Native American students through an intersectional lens.

The Program Director will be instrumental in the university’s successful efforts to attain Hispanic Service Institution (HSI) and Asian American Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPISI) designation, in addition to advising on the creation of a culturally enhancing campus environment where a deep sense of belonging can flourish.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

Supervision Exercised

This position will supervise student staff.

Examples of Work Performed

  • Promote cultural responsiveness to foster an inclusive environment on campus. 
  • Design and conduct program evaluations to assess the effectiveness of current and future programs, while developing policies that encompass research-based intersectional and inclusive retention practices.
  • Advise and make recommendations to the Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and other campus leaders regarding practices, policies and procedures as they directly relate to the success of the Native American student population as well as other traditionally underrepresented groups.
  • Use data analytics to develop and implement programs, events, seminars and activities designed to retain Native American students and to enhance the understanding of cultural diversity on and off campus.
  • Collaborate with colleagues to educate the campus about Native American issues and ethnic diversity within surrounding communities.
  • Provide advisement to student organizations reflecting academic, cultural, professional, service, and social diversity.
  • Plan and implement comprehensive programs and services to enhance the academic and social success of students, with a focus on activities related to retention.
  • Initiate, implement, and assess cultural events and activities to enhance students’ cross-cultural, intersectional understanding and cultural identity.
  • Serve as a consultant to key offices such as admissions, financial aid, registration, outreach, and advocacy on matters related to student academic success.
  • Intensely collaborate with other CII Program Directors to develop and implement programming and services for all diverse students.
  • Gather and utilize assessment data to improve diversity initiatives and program impact.
  • Create and promote a diverse, inclusive, and intersectional learning community.
  • Represent the office by attending cultural activities, on and off-campus.
  • Liaison with constituencies internal and external to the campus on matters specifically related to student success with the assistance of key offices.
  • Work with campus leadership to develop and/or strengthen ties to external communities on a variety of issues, including pipeline programs.
  • Research and apply for grants relevant to meeting the needs of students.
  • Prepare and monitor departmental budgets.
  • Develop informational literature and web information for marketing the office.
  • Serve on university committees.
Salary and Benefits

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $56,734 to $64,269.  

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.



Qualifications
Minimum Requirements

  • Education:
  • A bachelor’s degree in ethnic studies, education, communication, social science, women and gender studies, psychology, health sciences, public administration, higher education, counseling, human services, student affairs or a directly related field from an accredited institution.
  • Experience:
  • The position requires 4 years extensive, diverse, and progressively responsible experience, including direct responsibility of professional experience implementing cultural events, promoting community relations and outreach and/or developing policies and procedures.
  • Experience designing and implementing student service programs.
  • Experience developing and implementing cultural programs and events.
  • Experience with academic retention and culturally enhancing programs.
  • *Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

    Preferred Qualifications

    • A Master’s Degree in a related field from an accredited university
    • Experience working in a highly diverse higher education setting
    • Experience with grant writing
    • Experience with project management
    • 4 years in progressively responsible experience in challenging roles serving retention and graduation efforts for Native American, first generation, and historically underserved students of color in higher education
    • Experience with student information systems and or student portals.
    • Demonstrated experience with using data to drive student success
    • Experience that demonstrates a proficiency with Indigenous languages, cultures, histories, and traditions.
    • Experience with creating and managing databases and spreadsheets.
    • Experience with student information systems and/or student portals. 
    Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

    • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
    • Proven record as an advocate for diversity and inclusion.
    • Demonstrated ability to communicate and maintain positive interpersonal relationships between and among diverse groups.
    • The ability to provide advising and student advocacy.
    • The ability to form collaborative relationships with other university offices, the campus community and American Indian community members and groups.
    • Knowledge of issues affecting Native students, as well as other underrepresented populations.
    • Ability to effectively communicate with students in a large group setting and on an individual basis
    • The ability to collect, analyze, and/or interpret qualitative and quantitative data.
    • The ability to manage a budget.


    Job Category: Student Services
    Primary Location: Denver
    Schedule: Full-time
    Posting Date: Apr 26, 2022
    Unposting Date: Ongoing

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