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The California State University

Director of Belonging Education and Support

The California State University, Sacramento, California, United States, 95828


Director of Belonging Education and Support

Job no:

540712Work type:

Management (MPP)Location:

SacramentoCategories:

MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time, On-site (work in-person at business location)Working Title:

Director of Belonging Education and SupportClassification Title:

Administrator IPriority Application Deadline:

Sunday, July 14, 2024 @ 11:55pm PSTPosition SummaryThe Director of Belonging Education and Support plays a crucial role within the Office for Cultural Transformation, driving transformative change and fostering an inclusive environment. Leading initiatives to address bias and promote systemic change, the Director collaborates with campus stakeholders, serving as a resource for responding to reports of bias and providing support for students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, the Director oversees the Belonging Education and Support Team, ensuring effective coordination and responses to bias incidents in alignment with values of diversity, equity, belonging, and inclusion. The Director is a key resource, advisor, and mediator, coordinating institutional responses to enhance the experiences of students, staff, and faculty, fostering a campus culture that promotes belonging and reduces bias-related issues.FLSA : Exempt (not eligible for overtime compensation)Anticipated Hiring Range : $3,938 per month - $7,917 per month; commensurate with the candidate's education, experience, skills, and training.Department InformationWelcome to the Division of Inclusive Excellence! Inclusive Excellence leads Sacramento State’s efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive campus free from oppression where all students, faculty, staff, and community members feel a sense of belonging.Minimum QualificationsDoctorate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience.Strong communication skills, such as writing, public speaking, and/or facilitating difficult conversations.Three or more years of experience in non-bias facilitating/mediating the resolution of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging problems and conflicts within a large organization.Evidence and experience with gathering, analyzing, and reporting data and report writing for campus-wide use.Knowledge of student, staff, and faculty restorative practices, trauma-informed healing, mediation, and/or conflict resolution methods as applied to othering, exclusion, hate incidents or acts of bias.Excellent listening skills and strong oral and written communication skills.Possess a high level of tact, sensitivity, and diplomacy as well as comfort working with individuals from a wide range of lived experiences and social identities.Ability to collaborate and partner with departments and units across campus to effectively evaluate, analyze, and implement high-touch retention strategies and manage the bias response protocols.Ability to interpret, evaluate, problem-solve through descriptions and explanations of perceived incidents of bias brought forward by individuals or groups.Ability to determine informational needs, collect and analyze information, and prepare quality bi-annual Acts of Bias reports.Ability to develop, design, and present educational and informational programs and/or workshops.Demonstrated ability to research/analyze data and recommend policies or procedures.Demonstrated ability to make recommendations and offer viable solutions to complex diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging dilemmas.Ability to have positive and effective interaction with a diverse set of individuals.Ability to understand, interpret, learn, and explain state, federal, CSU, and Sacramento State policies, procedures, and executive orders.Ability to maintain neutrality, confidentiality, and handle sensitive communications.Commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive work environment.Preferred QualificationsExperience as an administrator working with faculty at a higher education institution.Prior experience in facilitating/mediating the resolution of problems and conflicts related to student retention and outreach.Five or more years of experience in outreach and retention strategies.Certificate of training in restorative justice practices, racial justice healing, conflict management, or similar training.Documents Needed to ApplyResume and cover letter. Failure to upload required documentation may result in disqualification.Equal Employment OpportunityCalifornia State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas.

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