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Diversity Learning Assistant
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Corvallis, Benton County, Oregon, 97333, USA
Listed on 2026-01-08
Listing for:
Oregon State University
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-01-08
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, Youth Development
Job Description & How to Apply Below
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability, protected veteran, and other protected status.
This position is designated as a critical or security‑sensitive role; a successful Criminal History Check is required upon hire.
Position SummaryThis recruitment will fill five (5) part‑time Diversity Learning Assistant positions (max 24 hrs/week) for University Housing & Dining Services at Oregon State University. DLAs serve as campus ambassadors, developing inclusive communities and leading social‑justice education through workshops, bulletin boards, and events.
Position Duties- Develop and maintain positive relationships with all residents and staff, including:
- Creating and maintaining a strong presence in your hall community.
- Attending DLA staff and hall staff meetings.
- Conducting community outreach to connect residents with campus resources and foster communication among underserved populations.
- Serve as a liaison for UHDS to cultivate relationships with campus partners engaged in diversity and social justice education.
- Actively work toward creating an inclusive community where all students feel safe to be themselves.
- Be accessible during evening hours unless special arrangements are made with the DIP Coordinator and live‑in professional staff.
- Collaborate with the DIP Coordinator to develop, execute, and assess diversity and social justice educational programs in residence halls, including:
- Promoting programs and events through posters and word of mouth.
- Planning and preparing educational programs, desks, and intentional interactions.
- Collecting data at programs and socials.
- Meet regularly with the DIP Coordinator and live‑in professional staff.
- Attend weekly DLA and building staff meetings (typically Tuesday nights, 4:30 PM‑9:00 PM).
- Meet regularly with fellow DLAs for event preparation.
- Develop and execute bulletin boards and similar ongoing programs with the DIP Coordinator.
- Use Microsoft Teams, email, phone, in‑person, and written communication as needed; check all points of communication at least once daily.
- Participate in building opening/closing procedures and seasonal transitions.
- Staff front‑desk operations once a week from 8 PM‑11 PM (Sunday‑Thursday).
- Complete other administrative duties outlined by the DIP Coordinator.
- Assist with recruitment and selection of new staff members throughout the academic year.
- Participate in UHDS and DIP events as required.
- Participate in spring training and staff orientation activities, including periodic meetings with new and returning staff and various training sessions.
- Participate in fall training and staff orientation activities, such as UHDS Residential Education training and DLA‑specific training.
- Actively participate in all UHDS Residential Education and DIP training throughout the academic year.
- Understand and support the guidelines in the UHDS Policy Guide and Student Conduct Code.
- Support and adhere to UHDS policies on Sexual Misconduct Response, Consensual Relationships, Computer/Network Acceptable Use, and Staff Assessment Process.
- UHS & DIP are the primary employer; other employment requires prior approval.
- Full‑time OSU or partnership student with a GPA of 2.50 or higher (or 2.0 for most recent term).
- Good academic and conduct standing with OSU & UHDS.
- Successful completion of a Criminal History Check.
- Demonstrated understanding of social justice and diversity.
- Ability to cultivate relationships and lead conversations around diversity.
- Strong administrative skills, including time management and prioritization.
- Commitment to diversity and social justice education and initiatives.
- Same academic and conduct standing as above.
- Additional experience in leadership or program development related to diversity.
- Experience in community outreach or resident advisor roles.
- Primarily indoor residence‑hall environments; often night and weekend hours.
- May lift up to 10 lbs regularly, occasionally up to 70 lbs.
- Communicati…
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