Native American Student Services Coordinator, Office of Equity and Inclusion (5544)
Pocatello - Main
Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is aCarnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culturebuilt on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students andfaculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovativesolutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand,natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of ourUniversity community!

Job Description

TheNative American Student Services (NASS) Coordinator provides student supportservices to current and prospective students and their families. The NASSCoordinator is responsible for maintaining the daily operations of the studentcenter and is a critical member of the OEI leadership team. This positionrequires initiative, independent judgment, and discretion in developing andimplementing social and academic programming centered on Native Americanstudents' experiences. This position will frequently interact with students andtheir families, faculty, university administration, tribal departments, andother key stakeholders.

In your cover letter, please describe in detail how you meet minimum and preferred qualifications as well as demonstrate strong and successful collaborations with tribal communities.

Key Responsibilities

●Serve as the main point of contact and resource for current and prospectivestudents and their families, faculty, staff, and Native American communities.
●Supervise, mentor, coach, and support student employees, interns, volunteers,and students utilizing the Native American Student Center.
● Manage the NASSprogram calendar, including social and academic programming.
● Responsible forchairing the Indigenous People's Day planning committee, Native AmericanHeritage Month, and other university initiatives relating to Indigenous People.
● Evaluate all NASS event programming, including collecting and analyzing datafor regular reports.
● Serve as an ongoing resource to the Native AmericanStudent Council and affiliated student organizations.
● Engage with otherEquity and Inclusion staff to ensure programs and services are delivered from aperspective that includes intersections of race, ethnicity, gender identity,sexual orientation, socio-economic class, disability, and other significantaspects of individual and cultural identity.
● Develop, oversee, and prepareprogram budgets, budget summaries, and financial reports.
● Serve as a liaisonbetween students, parents, colleges/universities, community agencies, tribaleducation, and ISU college/school/departments.
● Manages the NASS website,creating user-friendly content and tools to assist the campus community withunderstanding NASS programs.
● Conduct outreach to Native American Communities,including K-12 education initiatives, career days, and other relevant events.
●Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

●Bachelor's Degree from an accredited Institution.

● Minimum of 2 yearsexperience working with student, community, or vulnerable populationorganizations.

● Strong collaboration skills with internal and externalstakeholders.

● Excellent communication skills, both written and oral.
 
Preferred Qualifications

●Previous experience working in a Higher Education setting

● Strong publicspeaking and presentation skills

● Previous experience organizing and planningevents

● Training in qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysismethods

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list ofthree (3) professional references, including current contact information. Thisposition will remain open until it is filled; however, priority considerationwill be given to applications received prior to April 25, 2024. Salary will be between $51,000 - $58,000 per year,commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensivehealth, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistanceprogram (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; andgenerous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment areconditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation,provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2179
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Non-classified Staff
Division: Affirmative Action

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.
Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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