Assistant Vice Chancellor For Diversity And Inclusion

Recruitment Number 1516 Number of Vacancies 1 Working Title Assistant Vice Chancellor for Diversity and Inclusion Classification Title Assistant Vice Chancellor (Inst) Proposed Salary to be Offered $110,600 Appointment Percentage (Budget) 100 Position Summary

Established in 2018, the Division of Diversity and Inclusion's (D and I) mission is to provide leadership and services, and to advocate for access, equity and inclusion for historically marginalized and systematically underserved populations. We aspire to create a learning environment in which we prioritize critical thinking, analytical dialogue, and meaningful educational interactions for the collective campus, local, regional, and state-wide communities. The Division creates an inclusive environment for preparedness, global awareness and service to others. The Division of D and I includes the offices of: ACCESS Center, Center for Transformative Justice, Office of Multicultural Student Services, Pride Center, Student Support Services and McNair Scholars.

The Assistant Vice Chancellor (AVC) will oversee the revamping of various D and I campus internal and external communications, marketing, and branding. In addition, the AVC will assist the Vice Chancellor for D and I to pursue opportunities to promote the success and engagement of students. The AVC directly oversees the Center for Transformative Justice, the Office of Multicultural Student Services, the Pride Center, as well as the Eagle Mentoring Program, and the Bias Support and Education Team.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to overseeing the assessment of the D and I Division, assisting with the coordination of a diversity training program for employees, and engaging in program and policy development as it relates to the campus strategic plan.

Position Type Staff/Administrative Pay Basis Annual FLSA Exempt Contingent Upon Funding No Is this position eligible for employment sponsorship, (H1B or PERM)? No Required Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited academic institution

• Demonstrated experience supervising full time professional staff

• Demonstrated experience in working with diversity, access, equity and inclusion programs

• Demonstrated competency in budget management

• Demonstrated ability to work with people of historically excluded populations

• Excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Terminal degree in one's discipline from an accredited academic institution

• Demonstrated administrative experience in higher education

• Strong record of implementing new programs and initiatives, and programmatic strategies with robust outcomes

• Experience with training and the development of educational programs

• Experience with technology related to website development, etc.

• Experience with successfully writing, securing, and facilitating federal, state, and private grants, as well as gifts from university foundations and private corporations

• Ability to analyze data for use in the creation of university policies

Physical Demands

Reasonable Accommodations

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Working conditions and environment

• Requires availability for some weekend and evening work with some overnight travel possible to meet the needs of the Division (i.e., necessary travel, evenings, and weekends to meet the needs of the department).

Miscellaneous Information

Information about UWL and the Surrounding Region

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse (UW-La Crosse) provides a challenging, dynamic, and diverse learning environment in which the entire university community is fully engaged in supporting student success. Grounded in the liberal arts, UW-La Crosse fosters curiosity and life-long learning through collaboration, innovation, and the discovery and dissemination of new knowledge. Acknowledging and respecting the contributions of all, UW-La Crosse is a regional academic and cultural center that prepares students to take their place in a constantly changing world community.

For more than a decade UW-La Crosse has been named one of Kiplinger's 100 Best Values in Public Universities and has appeared prominently on the U.S. News & World Report list of "America's Best Colleges" for more than 15 years, and is ranked #4 on its list of the Best Regional Public Universities in the Midwest.

With a student population of roughly 10,500, the university offers 91 undergraduate programs, 21 graduate programs, and 2 doctoral programs through the following three colleges, the College of Arts, Social Sciences, and Humanities, the College of Business Administration, and the College of Science and Health, as well as the School of Education. There are over 600 full-time faculty and instructional academic staff, 75 percent of whom hold terminal degrees. UW-La Crosse boasts a retention rate (freshmen returning as sophomores) of 84 percent, graduation rate (degree within six years) of 70 percent, and is among only 12 institutions cited nationally by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities for its success in linking campus culture and university leadership to outstanding graduation rates.

UW-La Crosse's strategic plan Sustaining Excellence continues to move our community forward through its four pillars: increasing community engagement, achieving excellence through equity and diversity, investing in our people, and advancing transformational education. More information about the ongoing work of Sustaining Excellence is available at www.uwlax.edu/info/strategic-plan.

The UW-La Crosse campus is in southwestern Wisconsin, nestled in a residential area of the City of La Crosse and positioned as part of a larger metro area with a population close to 140,000. The area, known as the 7 Rivers Region, is famous for its exceptional natural beauty which includes the Mississippi River on one side, majestic bluffs on the other, and views of rolling farmland and forested valleys in between. Abundant water, woodlands, and varying terrain provide ample opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. Only a couple of hours from Minneapolis or Madison, La Crosse enjoys the affordability and charm of small town living with larger city benefits. Three colleges, two world-class medical institutions, the La Crosse Symphony Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century downtown business district, and a number of galleries and art centers have made La Crosse a regional center for culture, entertainment, medical care, shopping, sports, and recreation. More information about the La Crosse metro area can be found here: Choose La Crosse.

Learn more about UW-La Crosse here: https://www.uwlax.edu/human-resources/services/talent-acquisition-and-employment/finalist-welcome/

AA/EO Statement

The University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. We strongly encourage women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply. UWL, in compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

DEI Statement

UW-La Crosse's diversity and inclusion efforts are guided by our adherence to Inclusive Excellence. We define Inclusive Excellence as "… our active, intentional, and ongoing commitment to bridge differences with understanding and respect so all can thrive." The goals of Inclusive Excellence are to increase the retention of diverse faculty, staff, and students while encouraging a campus climate that is inviting and welcoming to all. UW-La Crosse strives to promote acceptance of all facets of diversity from racial/ethnic diversity to diversity of thought and experience. UW-La Crosse ranks 6th nationally among the Top LGBTQ-Friendly Colleges for 2018-19 by AffordableCollegesOnline.org (ACO).

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Redbook Position Yes Division/College Diversity and Inclusion Description of College / Department / Program / Division / Unit

The primary role of the Division of Diversity and Inclusion is to ensure that diversity, in its many forms, is understood, respected, and valued. The Division advocates for access, equity and inclusion while encouraging critical dialogue, thinking, and meaningful educational interactions on campus and in the community. The Division includes the following departments: ACCESS Center, Office of Equity and Affirmative Action/Youth Minors, Center for Transformative Justice, McNair Scholars, Multicultural Student Services, Pride Center, Office of Title IX and Compliance, and Student Support Services.

Duties/Responsibilities

These are the job duties required for the position.

Responsibility Statement Oversight of Diversity & Inclusion Units and Scholars Programs Duties to Support Responsibility

• Supervision of the Center for Transformative Justice, Office of Multicultural Student Services, and Pride Center directors

• Direct all facets of the Eagle Mentoring Program, including the supervision of the Graduate Assistant Assigned to D & I Scholars programs

• Assist with the guidance and development of the Hekima Scholars and the OMSS Living Learning Community

Responsibility Statement D & I Assessment and Evaluation Duties to Support Responsibility

• Convene the Bias Support & Education Team

• Assist with the coordination of the campus climate survey assessment and analysis

• Assist with the development and oversight of Divisional assessment and evaluation protocols

• Serve as the liaison from D & I to Institutional Research, Assessment, and Planning (IRAP)

• Review National Service of Student Engagement (NSSE) and Beginning College Survey of Student Engagement (BCSSE) data regarding diversity, inclusion and equity to develop recommendations for enhancement of services

Responsibility Statement Programming Duties to Support Responsibility

• Assist in the development and facilitation of D&I Retreats for Directors and the Division (every semester)
• Plan and Coordinate Fall Open House (annually)
• Oversee planning of Social Justice Week in conjunction with the D & I Program Committee (annually)
• Oversee the organization and promotion of the UWL Celebrates Monthly Speaker Series in conjunction with the Center for Transformative Justice

Responsibility Statement D & I Strategic Plan Duties to Support Responsibility

• Assist in the development, implementation and coordination of D & I strategic plan

• Assist in the production of the D & I Divisional annual report

• Convene Equity Liaisons Advisory Committee providing strategic guidance and programming goals for the Equity Liaison's program

Responsibility Statement D and I Campus Communications Duties to Support Responsibility

• Develop and oversee the D & I campus internal and external communications plans in collaboration with UCOMM

• Develop bi-annual Patchworks Newsletter with D & I Communications Committee and UCOMM

• Manage the D and I website, marketing, and branding in collaboration with the D & I Executive Assistant

• Develop and monitor social media platforms for the D & I Division

Responsibility Statement Institutional and Community Engagement Duties to Support Responsibility

• Develop and maintain relationships with faculty, staff and students to foster collaborations D & I

• Represent the Division of Diversity and Inclusion as needed

• Other duties as assigned

Posting Detail Information

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 05/28/2024 Continuous Recruitment Yes Continuous Recruitment First Review Date 06/28/2024 Close Date Special Instructions

Application deadlines

TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Priority consideration is given to those candidates who apply by the listed 'First Review Date'. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. If you have questions regarding this recruitment, or if you are not able to complete the application online due to a disability or system problem, please contact the Office of Human Resources.

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

UWL is a state agency and subject to Wisconsin's Open Records Law. UWL will not, however, reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except as may be required by Wisconsin's Open Records law. In certain circumstances, the identities of "final candidates" and/or the identity of the appointed applicant must be revealed upon request.

CBC & Reference Check Policy

All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a criminal background check, work authorization, and verification of education. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment.

Position Contact Name Stacy Narcotta-Welp Position Contact Email snarcotta-welp@uwlax.edu