Assistant Director of Community and Inclusion Programs

Position reports to: Director of Equity, Diversity, and Intercultural Programs with a joint report to the TRIO Student Support Services Director

This position is located on the Morris Campus, in Morris, MN.

Purpose of the Position
To coordinate and advance the Office of Equity, Diversity, & Intercultural Programs (EDI) programming and community building through intercultural education and engagement for UMN Morris students, faculty, and staff through one-on-one consultations, student leadership development, and campus wide programs and events. Provide leadership for and coordinate Multi-ethnic Student Program and LGBTQIA2S+ Program related programs and activities, fostering community, inclusion and success for students from historically underserved backgrounds. Coordinate TRIO Student Support Services community engagement and inclusion programming.

Job duties:
Coordinate Multi-ethnic Student Program and EDI programming and leadership development (25%)

• Coordinate and collaborate with other units to organize programs and projects to advance UMN Morris equity, diversity and intercultural programs and build an inclusive and respectful campus community.
• Organize annual events within UMN Morris new student orientation, welcome week, honors and awards, and graduation programs for students from historically underserved populations
• Execute programming in a proactive approach to engage students with current social issues
• Mentor and support EDI affiliated student organizations with leadership skill development and signature campus events
• Organize campus outreach events to support the recruitment and retention of new students

Support LGBTQIA2S+ Programs (25%)

• Support LGBTQIA2S+ identified students and staff the Resource Center for Gender, Women, and Sexuality (RCGWS).
• Provide mentoring and support for student success and persistence; facilitate connections and referrals to campus, community, and broader resources to ensure students' academic and personal success
• Provide faculty and staff with support and resources for LGBTQIA2S+ identified students' success
• Supervise peer mentors in staffing the RCGWS, programming, and research
• Serve on the Commission on Women and Gender Equity

Coordinate TRIO Student Support Services community engagement and inclusion programming (25%)

• Support SSS new student welcome, student engagement activities, and graduation celebrations
• Coordinate and enhance SSS students' college engagement and success through campus collaborations such as the SSS summer housing program and Student Engagement and Events performing arts series participation
• Engage SSS students in EDI programming
• Document student engagement; contribute to project assessment and data-driven improvements
  

Contribute to Student Life Engagement, Success, and Assessment (25%)

• Morris 1101 - teach a fall semester first year experience course section (1 cr.); work with FYE coordinator to execute a course centered on transition/college success skill building, resource connections, and community building, infusing equity and inclusion concepts to build an early community cohort; serve as cohort student success mentor (Master's degree required)
• Document student engagement and program impact. Contribute to benchmarking, campus climate assessments, and annual co-curricular student learning assessment. Use assessment data to improve programs and the student experience
• Serve on the Student Life on Call Team to provide support for student questions, concerns, and critical incidents (approximately 2-3 weeks/semester and summer)
• Contribute to policy and procedure discussions and enhancements to better the experiences of students from historically underserved backgrounds
• Contribute to program fiscal management, overseeing and managing related budgets
• Attend a variety of on- and off-campus programs and events to build community across units, support student and staff engagement, and gain knowledge of other units' work and services
  
  
  The position is supported in part by US Department of Education funds funded through August 31, 2025; UMN Morris intends to apply for future SSS projects.

Essential qualifications (appointment level and work duties will reflect qualifications):

• Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience or Master's degree plus at least 2 years of relevant experience
• Experience planning and organizing projects, programs, or activities
• Demonstrated success working with and contributing to a team environment
• Demonstrated awareness of and sensitivity to diverse student populations and the ability to contribute to the University's commitment to a diverse and inclusive learning environment
• The successful candidate will understand and value students' multiple and intersectional identities.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree (required for teaching duties)
• Professional experience working in a higher education setting
• Professional experience advising/coaching/mentoring college students
• Professional and/or student experience in Student Affairs, Equity and Inclusion Programs, Student Support Services and/or other TRIO programs
• Experience working with students from historically underserved backgrounds (e.g. Native American students, students of color, LGBTQIA2S+ students, first generation college students, students from low-income households, students with disabilities, and/or students from rural areas)
• Training in educational success and retention strategies for historically underserved populations
• Background that includes overcoming barriers similar to those of participants
  

Working at the University

At the University of Minnesota, you'll find a flexible work environment and supportive colleagues who are interested in lifelong learning. We prioritize work-life balance, allowing you to invest in the future of your career and in your life outside of work.

The University also offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

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The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).