Emory University
Assistant Director, Centro Latinx - Campus Life
Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
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Description
Reporting directly to the Director of Centro Latinx, the Assistant Director will serve as a key member of Centro Latinx within the broader context of Belonging and Community Justice (BCJ) area.
Belonging and Community Justice is comprised of six identity spaces at Emory that serve as a hub of support for students to matriculate to and through the university. BCJ promotes dynamic and cohesive learning by creating space for individual, cultural, and communal development. BCJ's value of ensuring every student belongs and graduates is central to all programming, events, and initiatives.
Centro Latinx at Emory University is focused on supporting all Emory undergraduate, graduate and professional students including Latinx students. This position is student-centered and responsible for supporting the Director's strategic vision and alignment of Emory resources to coordinate and assess community relevant programs and services to support access, academic progress, sense of belonging, persistence, and retention of students.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Support & Supervision
Provides resources to all Latinx students, with a specific focus on the undergraduate student experience.
Collaborates with student organizations and campus partners leading high impact practices for Latinx students.
Meets one-on-one with all students who request assistance.
Creates reflective spaces for Latinx students to celebrate their cultural identities.
Supports the creation and implementation of professional development for student staff.
Supervises and develops Centro Latinx undergraduate student staff members.
Responds and supports leadership in crisis situations.
Emory and Campus Life Program Coordination
Develops, coordinates, and executes comprehensive Latinx identity-specific programs and services.
Assists in creating and implementing outcome-based programs that invite all students to communicate across lines of social identities.
Coordinates efforts to support Latinx students transitioning from the Oxford Campus.
Supports the Centro Latinx staff with large-scale programs such as Latinx Heritage Month.
Collects and tracks program data and trends.
Supports and presents educational engagement opportunities for students.
Assists with Latinx focused presentations, conferences, retreats, and workshops.
Cultivates and strengthens relationships with colleagues across the university.
Supports Emory, Campus Life, and other BCJ areas via committee work and initiatives.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Communication & Marketing
Leads social media content creation and implementation.
Markets and promotes Centro Latinx and its programming to all students.
Fiscal & Center Operations
Provides budgetary information to supervisor as necessary throughout the year.
Processes university fiscal paperwork promptly and accurately.
Regularly assesses inventory levels and ensures timely restocking.
Supports the Director with fundraising efforts in Centro Latinx.
Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related field, and one year of professional experience (or two years in a graduate assistantship) with campus-wide programming and supporting Latinx or diverse student populations.
Demonstrated experience in supervising and/or developing student staff.
Demonstrated experience in event management and/or student program planning.
Knowledge of student development theory and understanding current issues related to the challenges facing students from historically underrepresented communities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of professional experience with campus-wide programming and supporting Latinx or diverse student populations.
Experience advising student organizations.
Leadership experience in program and curriculum development.
Desire to participate in alumni engagement, fundraising and/or donor relations.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Ability to respond to crisis situations according to organizational protocol.
Strong critical and analytical thinking skills.
Exceptional oral and written communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work options may be granted at department discretion.
Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.
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Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.
Description
Reporting directly to the Director of Centro Latinx, the Assistant Director will serve as a key member of Centro Latinx within the broader context of Belonging and Community Justice (BCJ) area.
Belonging and Community Justice is comprised of six identity spaces at Emory that serve as a hub of support for students to matriculate to and through the university. BCJ promotes dynamic and cohesive learning by creating space for individual, cultural, and communal development. BCJ's value of ensuring every student belongs and graduates is central to all programming, events, and initiatives.
Centro Latinx at Emory University is focused on supporting all Emory undergraduate, graduate and professional students including Latinx students. This position is student-centered and responsible for supporting the Director's strategic vision and alignment of Emory resources to coordinate and assess community relevant programs and services to support access, academic progress, sense of belonging, persistence, and retention of students.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Student Support & Supervision
Provides resources to all Latinx students, with a specific focus on the undergraduate student experience.
Collaborates with student organizations and campus partners leading high impact practices for Latinx students.
Meets one-on-one with all students who request assistance.
Creates reflective spaces for Latinx students to celebrate their cultural identities.
Supports the creation and implementation of professional development for student staff.
Supervises and develops Centro Latinx undergraduate student staff members.
Responds and supports leadership in crisis situations.
Emory and Campus Life Program Coordination
Develops, coordinates, and executes comprehensive Latinx identity-specific programs and services.
Assists in creating and implementing outcome-based programs that invite all students to communicate across lines of social identities.
Coordinates efforts to support Latinx students transitioning from the Oxford Campus.
Supports the Centro Latinx staff with large-scale programs such as Latinx Heritage Month.
Collects and tracks program data and trends.
Supports and presents educational engagement opportunities for students.
Assists with Latinx focused presentations, conferences, retreats, and workshops.
Cultivates and strengthens relationships with colleagues across the university.
Supports Emory, Campus Life, and other BCJ areas via committee work and initiatives.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Communication & Marketing
Leads social media content creation and implementation.
Markets and promotes Centro Latinx and its programming to all students.
Fiscal & Center Operations
Provides budgetary information to supervisor as necessary throughout the year.
Processes university fiscal paperwork promptly and accurately.
Regularly assesses inventory levels and ensures timely restocking.
Supports the Director with fundraising efforts in Centro Latinx.
Performs other related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related field, and one year of professional experience (or two years in a graduate assistantship) with campus-wide programming and supporting Latinx or diverse student populations.
Demonstrated experience in supervising and/or developing student staff.
Demonstrated experience in event management and/or student program planning.
Knowledge of student development theory and understanding current issues related to the challenges facing students from historically underrepresented communities.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Two years of professional experience with campus-wide programming and supporting Latinx or diverse student populations.
Experience advising student organizations.
Leadership experience in program and curriculum development.
Desire to participate in alumni engagement, fundraising and/or donor relations.
ADDITIONAL JOB DETAILS:
Ability to respond to crisis situations according to organizational protocol.
Strong critical and analytical thinking skills.
Exceptional oral and written communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work options may be granted at department discretion.
Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture
Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.
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