Director Of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, And Belonging

About American International College:

American International College is a private, coeducational institution of higher education located on a 88+ acre campus in Springfield, Massachusetts. The campus has 42 buildings on two sites approximately 1/2 mile apart with a total of approximately 888,000 gross square feet. Included in the inventory of buildings are student residences for a resident population of 900 students. Founded in 1885, the College has approximately 2200 graduate and undergraduate students. AIC offers a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs through the Schools of Business, Arts and Sciences; Health Sciences; and Education. The mission of the College is to transform student lives through career focused learning, with a strong foundation in the liberal arts, a commitment to serving the community, and a high level of involvement in the global economy.

AIC strives to create a diverse and inclusive campus community that is representative, at all job levels, of the students we serve. We are an EEO employer and we welcome applications from individuals for positions where they are underrepresented.

Job Description:

• Critically assess the degree to which College structures and systems (e.g., institutional structures; policies and procedures; resource allocation; academic equity and student success; curriculum and pedagogy; admissions and access; hiring, retention, and promotion; campus climate/culture) align with the College's DEIB and equity goals.

• Develop and continuously refine an organizational DEIB plan that identifies and recommends specific DEIB goals, strategies, and programs; lead continuous review and evolution of internal policies and practices to ensure alignment with the College's DEIB and equity goals as well as DEIB best practices.

• Conceptualize, plan, implement, and evaluate new DEIB programs and initiatives in accordance with the College's strategic plan, DEIB plan, and equity goals.

• Develop and maintain partnerships with other College departments, including but not limited to: Academic Affairs, Admissions, Athletics, Financial Aid, Human Resources, Registrar, Student Life, Career Development, and the Center for Accessibility Services and Academic Accommodations; work closely with these departments to identify and incorporate relevant DEIB practices.

• Assist in collecting, tracking, and analyzing data to measure and report progress against agreed indicators and to evaluate the impact of organizational DEIB policies and initiatives.

• Design, coordinate, and facilitate DEIB-related trainings and programs for faculty and staff; where appropriate, coordinate with external partners to deliver training.

• Monitor and research prevailing trends in the field of DEIB; serve as DEIB subject matter expert by contributing perspectives, insights, and knowledge to all College departments and community members.

• Chair and/or sit on various College committees and task forces whose work relates to DEIB.

• Develop and manage partnerships and strategic alliances with outside organizations and community members that aid in achieving the College's DEIB goals.

• Support, collaborate with, and advise office staff in designing, implementing, and measuring the success of DEIB strategies for which they are responsible.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Requirements:

• Required Degree(s): Master's degree in higher education administration, law, or a related field

• Required Field of Expertise: 3+ years of experience developing and building DEIB programming in higher education.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Must possess excellent oral and written communication

• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex ideas to diverse audiences.

• Excellent trouble-shooting and problem solving skills

• Must be able to work independently as well as in a team setting

• Ability to identify opportunities, analyze data, and make informed decisions.

• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

• Possess leadership and interpersonal skills

• Work collaboratively in a diverse environment

• Must possess ability to work with students and an understanding of issues facing students

• Ability to cultivate a community of belonging.

• Ability to have difficult conversations.

Additional Information:

Work Schedule

The Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a full-time, exempt level, benefit-eligible position. Normal office hours are 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., flexible to the needs of the department.

AIC reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting.

AIC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Application Instructions:

Qualified applicants should save and submit the following documents with the online application.

• Brief cover letter

• Current resume

• Contact information for three professional references (one of which must be a current or prior supervisor)

Review of applications will continue until the position has been filled.