1 Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Job in Erie, PA
Mercyhurst University is Hiring a Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Near Erie, PA
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
814-824-2000
800-825-1926
mercyhurst.edu
Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice
Location: Erie
Department: Mission
Reports To: Vice President for Mission
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Classification: Administrative
Closes: Open Until Filled
SUMMARY
The Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) advises and supports employee
and student learning, reviews policies and practices, supports co-curricular programming, and
leads and supports initiatives centered on the Critical Concerns of the Sisters of Mercy and the
core values of the university. The director of DEIJ works within the mission area of the
university in close collaboration with the Multicultural and Inclusion Coordinator. The director
of DEIJ engages with faculty, students, staff/administration, trustees, alumni, and other
external stakeholders to support and achieve the university’s strategic DEIJ goals and
commitments.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve the lead agent for advancing the university’s DEIJ strategic plan while regularly
- Serve as the lead agent for the President’s Advisory Council for DEIJ, including periodic
- Serve as the lead agent for the university’s Bias Activity Reporting Process
- Work closely with the multicultural and inclusion coordinator, community engagement
- Collaborate with community engagement staff to nurture relationships with key DEIJ
- Facilitate DEIJ presentations and discussions for employees, including new employee
orientation sessions; periodically facilitate presentations and discussions for trustees
and other stakeholders
- Facilitate periodic Zoom meetings among DEIJ officers at the colleges and universities
- Create and regularly use methods for communicating DEIJ updates to various
- Explore and apply for relevant grant funding and seek and foster partnerships as
- Participate in university committees and initiatives as assigned
- Assist with managing the department budget and periodic grant-funded projects
- Compile data for evaluation and assessment
- Complete special projects and fulfill other duties as assigned
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
A master’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred, bachelor’s degree is required; prior
experience in higher education is preferred
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated ability to develop collaborative partnerships between and among diverse
- Commitment to cultivating social responsibility, cultural awareness, and an ethic of civic
- Demonstrated ability in developing, facilitating, and leading meetings and training
- Proven ability in planning, implementing, and managing special events, including
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a highly interactive environment
- Excellent organizational, oral, and written communication skills
- Possess the ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders within the
- Ability to work some evenings and weekends and to travel periodically
- Outstanding personal and professional integrity and a willingness to support the
Catholic, Mercy Mission of the university
APPLICATION PROCESS
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled or until
date indicated above. Send cover letter, resume and 3 work-related references to:
Human Resources
Mercyhurst University
501 East 38th Street
Erie, PA 16546
hrinfo@mercyhurst.edu
Mercyhurst University values diversity and is committed to the goal of achieving equal
opportunity for all. For that reason, Mercyhurst abides by federal, state and local law in
admissions, employment and all services and programs provided.
Mercyhurst does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex,
citizenship status, ancestry, national or ethnic origin, age, familial status, sexual orientation,
gender identity or expression, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status or any
other legally protected characteristic or because of any individual’s legally protected activities.
Mercyhurst complies with federal, state and local legislation and regulations regarding
nondiscrimination. This policy applies to faculty, administration and staff, applicants for
employment, students and applicants for educational programs and activities.
Candidates must be currently eligible to work in the United States.
Job Summary
Full Time
Arts & Culture
$106k-132k (estimate)
05/26/2023
06/08/2024
mercyhurst.edu
ERIE, PA
500 - 1,000
1926
Private
STEPHEN OUSLEY
$50M - $200M
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About Mercyhurst University
Mercyhurst is a Pennsylvania-based educational organization that offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in disciplines such as arts and business management.
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