Executive Director of Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging

About the Company

Community college in Colorado

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Educational Institution

Founded
1983

Employees
201-500

Categories

• Education
• Colleges & Universities

About the Role

The Executive Director of Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at the company is a key leadership role that involves spearheading the development and vision of the cultural center and related programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for supervising and managing the performance of personnel within the cultural center and various DEI division programs. This includes leading DEI-related project execution, fostering relationships with internal and external stakeholders, co-leading identity-related task forces, and ensuring that all DEI efforts are promoted effectively through marketing and communications. The role also requires the ability to conduct investigations related to bias and discrimination, gather and track data for assessment and evaluation, and provide college-wide events, education, and programming to promote dialogue about equity and inclusion.Applicants for the Executive Director position must have a Master's degree in a related field or a Bachelor's degree with at least 4 years' of experience in implementing DEI-related programs. Experience in educational settings with diverse populations, program development, budget management, and DEI-related training is essential. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of DEI theory and frameworks, experience in a community college environment, and a record of promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Soft skills required include exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership abilities, as well as the capacity to work effectively as part of a team. The role demands a commitment to the values of the company and the ability to ensure that all activities are in compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Hiring Manager Title
Vice President of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

• CEO/President
• Non-Profit Management
• Operations
• General Management
• Strategy