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Emory University

Assistant Director, Centro Latinx - Campus Life

Emory University, Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383


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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. Centro Latinx is an identity space 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 who find their place in Centro Latinx. 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 in collaboration with the Centro Latinx Leadership Team. 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 in accordance with university policies and protocols. Emory and Campus Life Program Coordination

Develops, coordinates, and executes comprehensive and consistent Latinx identity-specific programs and services. Assists in creating and implementing outcome-based, innovative, and transformative programs. Coordinates efforts to Latinx students to Emory, including those transitioning from the Oxford Campus. Supports the Centro Latinx staff with additional large-scale programs. Collects and tracks quantitative and qualitative program data and trends. Supports and presents educational engagement opportunities for students. Cultivates and strengthens relationships with colleagues across the university. Communication & Marketing

Leads social media content creation and implementation. Markets and promotes Centro Latinx, BCJ, and their programming to all students. Fiscal & Center Operations

Provides timely/pertinent budgetary information to supervisor as necessary. Processes university fiscal paperwork promptly and accurately. Ensures the responsible planning and expenditure of fiscal resources. Regularly inspects the facilities to identify any maintenance, safety, or operational issues. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A master's degree in higher education, student affairs, counseling, or a related field, and one year of professional experience with campus-wide programming and supporting Latinx or diverse student populations, OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Demonstrated experience in supervising and/or developing student staff. Demonstrated experience in event management and/or student program planning. Demonstrated understanding and experience with complex issues around identity and equity. Knowledge of student development theory and understanding current issues related to historically underrepresented communities. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years of professional experience with campus-wide programming. Experience advising student organizations. 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 skills. NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion.

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