Director of Undergraduate Equity Programs

## Director of Undergraduate Equity Programs Apply locations:
Penn State University Parktime type:
Full time posted on:
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** POSITION SPECIFICS
** Reporting to the Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, the
** Director of Undergraduate Equity Programs
** plays a vital role in advancing the
** Eberly College of Science**'s commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for all students; focuses on developing and supporting initiatives that promote equity and belonging for undergraduate students; collaborates with student organizations, campus partners, and administrative units to build community, enhance cultural competency, and promote student success.
* Design, implement, and assess programs that support identity development, belonging, and cultural celebration
* Serve as a visible and accessible resource for students seeking support around issues of equity and inclusion
* Participate in the creation of the strategic vision related to equity and belonging efforts for the assigned area
* Facilitate student forums, focus groups, and listening sessions to ensure student voices inform college practices
* Provide education through presentations, workshops, and trainings
* Support signature events such as heritage month celebrations, first-generation student support programs, and intergroup dialogues
* Advocate for policies and practices that remove barriers to student success and promote a sense of belonging across all student populations
* Partner with student affairs, academic departments, and other campus units to embed equity and inclusion into student-facing programs and services
* Collect data to assess the success of programs and initiatives; prepare and provide reports to leadership
* Meet with students related to equity and belonging concerns and issues; participate in the creation of a remedial action plan
* Educate students about avenues and resources for reporting concerns
* Administer the budget for assigned area; allocate resources appropriately
* Maintain industry awareness; update leadership on best practices to create a more inclusive environment
** MINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
** Master's Degree6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted

Required

Certifications:

None###  
** Application Requirements
** Cover letter and Resume or CV
** BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
** This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.###  Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
** SALARY & BENEFITS
** The salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $65,508.00 - $94,980.00. Salary Structure - Information on…