Salem State University Hiring for Assistant Director for BIPOC Programming and Initiatives at Salem, MA Full Time

The assistant
director provides strategic planning and effective management of initiatives and programs related to sustaining the mission of the Center
for Justice and Liberation. The assistant director coordinates the university’s effort to build and maintain a campus environment that is
inclusive, pluralistic, and diverse. This person oversees and plans programs, workshops and training sessions that promote goals and values
of a diverse, engaged and inclusive campus for students and the entire university community. The successful candidate develops and maintains
relationships with a variety of constituent groups on campus (i.e. undocumented students, first generation, students of color, international
students, LGBTQ students and their allies, students with disabilities, etc.).

This person will help to develop and facilitate
learning opportunities that affirm the university’s values focused on the awareness of and appreciation for racial, ethnic and cultural
diversity, LGBTQ students, overall campus climate, retention/academic success, and advocacy. The assistant director will assist in
evaluating student learning outcomes and the effectiveness of the Center’s programs and trainings; assist in managing logistics,
communications, and strategy for high-profile programs; and serve on internal and external committees relating to departmental vision. The
Assistant Director is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the center for justice and liberation, and assists in hiring,
supervising, and evaluating student employees.

The assistant director will provide leadership in the development, implementation,
evaluation and assessment of a diverse and comprehensive range of services and programs, including coordination of social justice education
and outreach programs for students, faculty and staff that engage the community and foster a welcoming and inclusive environment. The
Assistant Director will facilitate collaborative partnerships with a variety of constituents and assist student groups and organizations
with educational programming and resources.

(E) – Essential Function

1. (E) Develops and implements appropriate social justice and diversity focused
   programs and activities for the campus community related to diversity; provides advocacy, crisis support, information and referral regarding
   multicultural and LGBTQ inclusion
2. (E) Works to strengthen programs and services offered through the Center for Justice and
   Liberation
3. (E) Provides leadership for diversity and inclusion-related committees, advocacy efforts related professional
   development opportunities at the university
4. (E) Develops and implements communication strategies to inform students of upcoming
   events
5. (E) Serves as liaison between students and university personnel in a fair and impartial manner regarding student rights and
   regulations
6. (E) Assists in managing the daily use of the Center for Justice and Liberation space; including processing work
   orders, ordering supplies, and reservation calendar
7. (E) Provides individual assistance to underrepresented students in matters
   pertaining to the quality of their education
8. Participates in the university’s strategic planning and implementation of short-and
   long-term goals and objectives for Student Life
9. Assists with formal office reviews, annual reports, and program assessments.
10. Fosters a healthy, secure, and supportive environment for students that integrates the intellectual, social, cultural, and emotional
    development of students
11. Supervises assigned full-time program coordinators as well as collaboratively supervises graduate interns,
    practicum students and work-study students
12. Participates in centralized processes such as paraprofessional selection (student
    staff), professional staff hiring, orientation, etc.
13. Serves on organizational, departmental, and campus committees as needed or
    required.
14. Utilizes Navigate to enhance student success
15. Assist with major Student Life and university large scale events
    such as Orientation, Move-In and Commencement
16. Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

1. A master’s degree in higher education administration or a related field
2. Three Years full time professional experience
   working with college students. Prior experience should have a primary focus in DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and/or Multicultural
   Affairs

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Demonstrated experience conducting
   trainings on current DEI related topics (anti-racism, implicit bias, etc.)

Working Conditions:

Salem
State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and
employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email [email protected].

Office activities are performed in an environmentally
controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and interaction with computer equipment; occasional bending,
reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 5-10 pounds.

Ability to work a flexible schedule according to departmental needs, which
may include occasional evenings and weekends.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please apply online and
attach resume and cover letter.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university.
Internal candidates are not subject to background check.  

This position is not eligible for H1B visa sponsorship.

EEO Statement:
Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women
and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Please Note: If there is no application deadline
associated with a position, it may be removed at any time. Once a position is removed, additional applications will not be
accepted.