Job description

PRIMARY DUTY: The Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion will provide administrative and support services to help develop social justice competencies within the campus and community while aiding in supporting historically underrepresented student’s access, persistence, and graduation from Northwest Missouri State University. As part of the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, the Coordinator will focus on helping lead the strategic diversity and inclusion goals of the University. This position will provide programming and development around inclusion topics and serve as a liaison to aid in increasing campus and community climate will be key focus areas for this position. The Coordinator of Diversity and Inclusion will work to develop strategic initiatives to help move forward in the areas of intercultural competence, social justice education, and creating an inclusive campus environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members and possess a commitment to social justice and inclusivity.
• Use best practices to support diversity and inclusion within institutions of higher education
• Develop, implement, facilitate, coordinate, and assess programming to promote diversity, cultural awareness and inclusion within the campus community
• Serve as a social resource and liaison for historically underrepresented students in connecting them with University services
• Serve as a liaison between the City of Maryville and University to continue to aid in moving campus and community diversity climate forward
• Assist in the organization of a variety of campus events that celebrate different identities and also educate about systems of oppression and how to dismantle these oppressive systems
• Develop and deliver community-based educational programs to stimulate and promote intercultural and global understanding and appreciation
• Serve on University committees, task forces, and teams
• Coordinate all social media efforts for the Office of Diversity and Inclusion
• Assist the Assistant Vice President of Diversity and Inclusion in creating an inclusive campus environment and work effectively with other Diversity and Inclusion staff
• Perform other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:
Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Experience: At least one year of experience working with diverse groups of people, and coordinating programs; working knowledge of social justice education, systems of oppression, and cultural competency
Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to assist historically underrepresented students in facing the special challenges encountered on a predominately white campus; strong organizational and analytical skills; ability to manage projects and design/implement/evaluate programs; working knowledge of student development practices

WORKING CONDITIONS: Air-conditioned office. Some nights and weekend hours required.

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SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: *This position requires minimal supervision

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EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS USED: *Office machines including computer and software (e.g. Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, etc.)

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TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: *Ability to lift up to 20 pounds

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COMMUNITY: *Northwest Missouri State University is located in Maryville, Missouri, a community of 12,000 with a diverse economy and a strong industrial base. Maryville is located 45 miles north of St. Joseph, Missouri, 90 miles north of Kansas City, Missouri, and 110 miles southeast of Omaha, Nebraska. For more information visit the city’s website at www.maryville.org.

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UNIVERSITY: *With an enrollment of about 8,000 students, Northwest is a coeducational, primarily residential four-year university that offers a broad range of undergraduate and selected graduate programs on its Maryville campus as well as its Northwest-Kansas City location at the Northland Innovation Center and through Northwest Online.

Founded in 1905, Northwest places a high emphasis on profession-based learning to help graduates get a jumpstart on their careers. Students have opportunities to build their résumés with experiences on campus in nearly every area of study, including the Horace Mann Laboratory School, National Public Radio affiliate KXCV, the R.T. Wright Farm, Mozingo Outdoor Education Recreation Area or Knacktive, a student-driven integrated digital marketing communications agency.

The University is a national model for student success and career placement. In addition, 98 percent of Northwest bachelor’s degree earners and nearly 100 percent of master’s degree earners secure employment or continue their education within six months of graduation, according to the most recent data.

Furthermore, its vibrant and diverse learning community offers more than 150 student organizations, and textbooks and a laptop are included in tuition, which is among the lowest in the nation, saving students an estimated $6,800 over four years. Northwest also offers 1,200 student employment positions, allowing students to build professional skills through its internationally benchmarked student employment program. Designated the Missouri Arboretum, the Northwest campus was named one of the “50 Most Amazing University Botanical Gardens and Arboretums in the U.S.”

For more information about Northwest and its performance, visit www.nwmissouri.edu.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: *Until the position is filled

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DATE AVAILABLE: *Immediately

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TO APPLY:* Please fill out a Northwest application online https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/nwmissouri to reach our employment opportunities listing. You will also need to submit a cover letter, resume, and the contact information for three references in order for your application materials to be complete. Please contact the Office of Human Resources at 660-562-1127 or email mdrake@nwmissouri.edu for more information.

The Office of Human Resource prides itself in offering a full, competitive benefits package with providers, who we feel, will offer the best service possible to the employees. Full-time employees are offered Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-term Disability insurance options as well as retirement plans upon employment at the University. For more information on each of these topics, please contact the office of Human Resources at (660) 562-1127 or via email at hrwebpg@nwmissouri.edu.

Job Type: Full-time

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