GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Reporting to the Director for Student Diversity, Equity, and Belonging Programs. The Program Coordinator is responsible for organizing logistical support for the mission, vision, and activities of the Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness. With impeccable care and deliberate decision-making, they will provide the foundation needed to effectively execute holistic campus diversity and inclusion efforts. The program coordinator will support heritage month initiatives and training opportunities within the Center for Diversity and Inclusiveness (CDI). Will advise student organizations, collect data to inform their practice, and facilitate dialogues for our student populations. CDI as a working environment is welcoming, engaging, and enjoyable. The program coordinator will receive transparent, developmental, and very considerate supervision in an environment that prioritizes communication and holistic care for its employees.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Advise a portion of the affinity-based clubs such as The Black Student Union, African Student Association, Latin American Student Organization, the First Love Bible Org, and the Asian Student Organization

2. Hire, train, and supervise CDI Ambassadors in their assigned duties

3. Support the Director in producing and collaborating with key constituents across campus on the development of programs, workshops, and training such as but not limited to:

• Student-focused and campus-wide programs that promote social justice and awareness, including diversity and belonging
• Training and professional development for student leaders to build a more inclusive campus community
• LGBTQ Training and Peer-to-peer training facilitation experiences
• Heritage Month Programming: Hispanic LatinX/A/O Heritage Month, LGBTQ History Month, MLK Week, Black History Month, and Women's History Month

4. Explore the identity-based theory, helping to address challenges of bias that might inhibit student development

5. Partner with the Director to develop and implement assessment tools to evaluate key programmatic initiatives and other markers of success

6. Provide campus-wide updates on diversity and inclusion initiatives via electronic newsletters, web updates, and social media

7. Conduct research on specific topics, including national and international diversity issues, academic/curriculum diversity, administrative organizational structures, student trends, and other issues as assigned in order to develop innovative approaches to directly support students

8. Work regular evening hours during the semester and occasional weekend work

9. Participate in campus-wide events such as Orientation, Open Houses, and Future Falcons Day

10. Flexible time arrangements will be discussed to ensure a mindful working experience

11. Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree
• 1-3 years of experience working with multicultural and diverse populations and/or diversity issues on a college/university campus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Team oriented
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize, meet deadlines, make rational decisions, and function as part of a team.
• The ability to present/facilitate diversity/inclusion workshops and or the willingness to learn
• The ability to work evenings and weekends as needed for effective program administration.
• Interest in designing and implementing high-quality activities, programs, and services for students. Must be able to satisfactorily pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check) and a background check satisfactory to the university
• Ability to perform above duties with or without reasonable accommodations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a related field
• Prior experience supporting historically underserved populations and communities

This is a full-time (permanent) 10-month, benefited, exempt, professional APA position. The annual salary range for this position is $50K - $52K based on 10 months.
Fitchburg State University offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• a choice of 9 different pre-taxed, health insurance plan options
• a choice of pension or 401(a), and supplemental plan retirement options
• life insurance up to 8x the annual salary
• long-term disability coverage
• dental insurance
• 20 vacation days accrued per year
• 15 sick days accrued per year
• 5 personal days per year
• paid holidays
• tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependent children
• and more...

We are an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Here at Fitchburg State University it is strongly recommends that all employees be vaccinated against COVID-19 before they begin employment.