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Position Title:
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF INTERCULTURAL AFFAIRS
Description:
Join us in shaping a vibrant, inclusive campus
community where your passion for equity, diversity, and belonging can make a lasting impact. Apply now for the Assistant Director of
Intercultural Affairs role at Union College!
Assistant Director of Intercultural Affairs
Pay
Status and Classification: Exempt, Regular full-time
Supervisor: Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) for
Student and Institutional Success/Director of Intercultural Affairs
Position Purpose: Supports programming and
initiatives across all student populations to help create a sense of belonging. Collaborates with the Director and other campus partners to
develop and implement training opportunities focused on justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion for student organizations and individual
students as part of overarching student leadership development.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging: Advocates for the needs of underrepresented students among internal and
external constituencies as appropriate. Works with the CDO-Student/Director of Intercultural Affairs to develop and implement the College
initiatives that build and support proactive, diverse, inclusive, and equitable practices. Works with administrators, faculty, and students
across campus to identify and develop opportunities for diversity-based conversations and forums. Collaborates with campus constituents to
provide support for diverse communities. Serves on college Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging committees as assigned. - Programming: Collaborates with departments across campus to plan and carry out DEIB training as well as implement
relevant campus-wide programming and cultural speakers. Coordinate the Posse programming for scholars and provide support for the
scholars. - Student Support: Supports faculty advisors, Student affairs staff, and other key constituents in
developing student support strategies for historically marginalized students. Serves as an advisor and oversees the formation and
sustainability of multicultural clubs and is a resource for advisors who work with other organizations, including My Brother’s Keeper
(MBK), Men Assertively Manifesting Bold Alliances (MAMBA), My Sister’s Keeper (MSK), and Leadership in Diversity under Student Forum.
Take the lead on running the Bridges First-Generation Mentorship Program and provide direct support to the Posse Scholars. - Administrative Duties: Contributes to the day-to-day operations of the Office of Intercultural Affairs. Coordinates
Student Employment and supervises work-study students. Using available resources, establish and follow a budget that supports the objectives
of the office. Assist with contracts. Other tasks assigned by the CDO-Student/Director for Intercultural Affairs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs Administration
and/or a related field and/or a combination of education, training, and experience. A Master’s degree is preferred. - Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with a number of diverse groups and constituencies, supporting and advocating for a
variety of identities including, but not limited to: African/African American/Black, Arab/Arab American, Asian/Asian American/Pacific
Islander, Latino/Hispanic, Native American/American Indian/Alaskan Native, Biracial/Multiracial, International, religiously diverse,
First-Generation and/or LGBTQ+ identities - Able to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and evenings.
- Possesses
excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, coupled with strong organizational abilities, and a proven capability to
build and maintain relationships, while collaborating effectively with colleagues across the College to achieve shared goals and
objectives. - Ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously in a time-sensitive environment.
- Ability to work both
independently and collaboratively. - The ability to foster and enhance a thriving, culturally diverse, and inclusive learning
community while promoting a sense of belonging among students, alumni, faculty, and staff colleagues.
The annual salary range
for this position is $60,000-$61,800. Except for roles with a set rate of pay, the wage/salary of the finalist selected for this role
will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education,
licenses, specialty, and training. The stated hiring rate/range represents the College’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the
rate/range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
We know some job seekers may not apply for career opportunities unless
they meet every qualification in the position description including the preferred qualifications. We are most interested in hiring the best
staff and faculty colleagues, and recognize that a successful candidate may come from a less traditional career path. We encourage you to
apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of our preferred qualifications.
If you require accommodation throughout
the interview process, please don’t hesitate to contact our Human Resources department at [email protected]. We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have equal access to opportunities and can participate in
a fair and inclusive hiring process.
We offer exceptional benefits including:
- Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal
Time - Winter Recess Break in Addition to Paid Holidays
- Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Insurance (Flexible Spending
and Dependent Care Accounts) - Free On-Campus Fitness Facility Access and Discounts for On-Campus Wellness Programs
- Employee Scholarships toward Certifications, Seminars, Training and Professional Development
- Pre and Post Tax participation in
a 403(b) Retirement Plan - Salary Continuation Program in the event of Disability
- Tuition Assistance Program for Employee,
Spouse and/or Dependents
Note: All new hires of Union College are subject to a thorough education, work experience, and
criminal history background check.
Union College
Officially chartered in 1795, Union College is the fifth
oldest liberal arts college in the country. Located in the Capital District of New York State, Union is a highly selective residential and
undergraduate college, home to 2,200 students and 220 faculty, and offering 44 majors. Union was the first liberal arts college to rethink
the traditional liberal arts education and adopt an engineering curriculum. That pioneering approach continues today with an education that
encourages students to work beyond the limits of disciplinary boundaries, allowing them to think globally and lead innovatively in a world
where problem solving requires breadth across humanities, arts, social sciences, science, and engineering.
Diversity at Union
College
Union College is an equal opportunity employer and strongly committed to student and workforce diversity. Increasing
diversity on campus is a critical priority for Union, one that is integral to our mission of preparing students for a globally
interconnected world. Union provides a blend of intellectual, social and cultural opportunities to facilitate the integrated academic,
social and personal development of a diverse community. We value and are committed to a host of diverse populations and cultures including,
but not limited to, those based on race, religion, disability, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin and
veteran status. Union College is committed to providing access and will provide reasonable accommodation in its application process to
individuals with disabilities that request such accommodations.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Union College will
not discriminate in the recruitment or selection of faculty and employees, or in any other area of employment, on the basis of age, sex,
race, national origin, religion, religious belief, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and veteran status. In this
regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports
efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Union College will
comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity and
Affirmative Action.