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Minnesota State Community and Technical College

Location: Detroit LakesMN 56501 Document ID: AD275-4Z84 Posted on: 2019-07-1807/18/2019 Job Type: Regular

Job Schedule:Full-time
HOUR Hourly Wage: $27.68 -- $40.08 Minimum Education: Bachelors2019-08-17
 

Director of Equity and Inclusion

Work location TBD: M State has campuses in Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Moorhead, and Wadena. This position could work at any M State campus, with the location largely dependent on the location of the appointee's residence.

Open until filled.  Application review begins August 1, 2019

The Director of Equity and Inclusion serves as a resource providing guidance to employees in the areas of diversity, equity, affirmative action, and intercultural competency. The position provides leadership in the effort to educate and advocate for diversity, equity, and intercultural competency at Minnesota State Community and Technical College as part of the College’s efforts to create an education environment of inclusiveness, equity and respect for all people.

The incumbent in this position partners with supervisors throughout the college to ensure equity and inclusion are valued and integrated into department policies, practices and culture.  This role actively participates in the implementation of the College’s Strategic Diversity and Inclusion Plan.  The Director of Equity and Inclusion partners with division leaders to assess and monitor the College’s progress toward attaining strategic goals and objectives related to diversity and inclusion, and designs and implements programs and processes to further those goals.  This position will also be part of the Title IX team for the college, and ensure college compliance with Title IX and other harassment and discrimination-related laws and regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Execute the M State Service Commitment and Service Standards to ensure all stakeholders have a positive service experience.
  • Advance and Promote Diversity, Equity and Intercultural Competency.
  • Exercise supervisory authority so that applicable labor agreements and plans are equitably administered and employees under my jurisdiction will effectively perform assigned job duties to achieve the annual objectives of the section.
  • Provide resources regarding diversity and equity.
  • Recruiting and Talent Acquisition.
  • Diversity and Inclusion Initiatives.
  • Perform community involvement and other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner. Must be able to travel to meetings.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Diversity Studies, Education, Psychology, or related field.
  • At least four (4) years of related experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience in equity and inclusion work;
  • Professional experience in diversity and inclusion, recruiting, or training and development;
  • Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations such as:  Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Affirmative Action, Title IX and others;
  • Customer service skills sufficient to actively listen to and understand customer needs and provide accurate information and appropriate alternatives in a timely, thorough, courteous, respectful, and professional manner.
  • Experience supervising/leading teams;
  • Relationship management skills;
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills, including making presentations to groups;
  • Excellent intercultural competency skills and experience working with people from diverse backgrounds.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Graduate degree in Diversity Studies, Education, Law, or a related field;
  • Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office applications;
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
  • Experience conducting and facilitating training and teaching;
  • Experience with individual assessment instruments in diversity, equity or intercultural competency;
  • Knowledge of collective bargaining agreements;