Assistant Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)

Requisition Number: 40794
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Employment Type: University Staff
Schedule: Full Time
Posting Close Date:
Date Posted: 08-Jul-2022

Job Summary The University of Colorado Boulder encourages applications for our Assistant Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI). Reporting to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (SVC-DEI), the Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC-DEI) has primary responsibility for supporting and representing the SVC-DEI and providing leadership as a part of the Office's efforts to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion informed by an intersectional, social justice approach. The Office of the SVC-DEI is new and growing—we are applying a capacity-building model with three mutually reinforcing components: consultation, materials, and support. The AVC-DEI will supervise professional staff, promote inclusive and affirming campus-wide programs and processes, represent the Office and the SVC-DEI on committees and at meetings, and provide leadership to advance DEI campus-wide.
The University of Colorado Boulder is committed to building a culturally diverse community of faculty, staff, and students dedicated to contributing to an inclusive campus environment. We are an Equal Opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Who We Are The University of Colorado Boulder’s vision is to be a leader in addressing the humanitarian, social, and technological challenges of the 21st century. In all our actions, we must be committed to a social justice approach to DEI. This is especially important to operationalizing our strategic imperatives:

• Shape tomorrow's leaders
• Be the top university for innovation
• Positively impact humanity

This quality defines our passion for being at the forefront of change for a more sustainable and understanding world.

What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be

• Support the Chancellor’s priorities and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion across the University. Provide leadership to the (office) team as they coordinate ongoing assessment and evaluation of campus DEI efforts. Serve as partner and advisor to the Senior Vice Chancellor for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Support the future of the Inclusion, Diversity, and Excellence in Academics (IDEA) Plan and assist in implementing recommendations.
• Lead, organize, and facilitate episodic activities (e.g., programming, symposia) that focus on advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion. Participate in and support the coordination of a range of activities designed to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, programming, curriculum, training programs, and grant initiatives.
• Support and advise DEI committees housed within academic and administrative units. Advise campus partners on issues (interpersonal, departmental, organizational) that require leadership to advance campus DEI priorities.
• Partner with senior leaders to integrate standard methodologies into institutional employment and workplace practices (e.g., inclusive talent acquisition, employee engagement).
• Supervise professional and administrative support staff, providing developmental coaching, performance appraisal, and support.

What You Should Know

• All University of Colorado Boulder employees are required to comply with the campus COVID-19 vaccine requirement. New employees must provide proof of vaccination or receive a medical or religious exemption within 30 days of employment.
• Traditional business hours with occasional evening and weekend commitments (e.g., programs, cultural events, community meetings). There is a possibility for the work to be performed in a hybrid format.

What We Can Offer

• Annual Salary Range is: $140,000-$180,000. Relocation assistance available.

Benefits The University of Colorado offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefit and ECO Pass. The University of Colorado Boulder is one of the largest employers in Boulder County and offers an inspiring higher education environment. Learn more about the University of Colorado Boulder.

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What We Require

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area and six (6) or more years of related work experience. Note: Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.
• Experience leading departments or units with direct supervision of professionals.

What You Will Need

• Proven success as a collaborator and relationship builder, with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build coalitions and collaborative working relationships with a broad range of diverse individuals and groups, including senior executives, to achieve results.
• Strong track record in managing change with an understanding of the contexts, cultures and politics within institutions that impact the implementation of effective diversity change efforts.
• Demonstrated cultural awareness, agility, ability to build trust, establish credibility, and navigate a complex landscape.
• Proven success in identifying and implementing promising practices for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and an excellent command of modern DEI concepts and issues in higher education.
• Proven analytical skills and ability to provide oversight for assessments related to campus climate, diversity, and inclusion.

What We Would Like You To Have

• Terminal degree in a relevant field or related experience.

Special Instructions To apply, please submit the following materials:
1. A current resume.
2. A cover letter that specifically tells us how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
We may request references at a later time.
This position will have a rolling review process, with initial review beginning July 24, 2022 until the position is filled.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs.

To apply, visit https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Assistant-Vice-Chancellor-for-Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-DEI/40794







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