Director Of Intercultural Affairs, Laurel Scholars Specialist (P2 Career Level, Exempt)

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGE

Grinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #11 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.

Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Intercultural Affairs, Laurel Scholars Specialist, encourages student belonging and inclusion through active and individualized care, cohort mentoring, and support within the Laurel Scholars community. This student-facing position will provide direction and leadership for the Laurel Scholars Program by: facilitating partnerships, relationships, programming and engagement opportunities central to persistence, retention, and belonging efforts in alignment with the Office of Intercultural Affairs learning outcomes. This position will coordinate individual meetings, cohort engagement, and opportunities for connection between students enrolled as Laurel Scholars. This position will partner closely with faculty mentors, career-based alumni mentors, and other campus stakeholders. The person in this role is student-centered, collaborative, and intentional in their role as an educator.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Implementation

• Curriculum Development and Review

• Belonging and Inclusion

• Partner and Stakeholder Engagement

• Assessment and Reporting Development