Coordinator of Student Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Penn State Brandywine is excited to welcome applications for the position of Student Advocacy Specialist focusing on student diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives.
This position is primarily responsible for:

• Collaborating across campus and the community to develop and implement an inclusive calendar of cultural, social, recreational, and educational student programming
• Coordinating programs that support the acclimation and transition of students from current and historically underrepresented and marginalized groups
• Designing, coordinating, and implementing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) educational initiatives
• Serving as an advisor to student organizations especially those with a focus on DEIB
• Assisting in the management of the campus peer mentor program
• Supervising student staff

Additionally, this position will serve as a student conduct officer, on the orientation planning team, and on other committees and duties as assigned. Regular nights and weekends are required for this position. Typically requires a master's degree or higher in an education or social science related discipline plus at least 3 years related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This position will be an integral part of the Student Affairs staff working with a multidisciplinary group. Candidates who have experience providing service to diverse populations, such as but not limited to, underrepresented, historically marginalized, international, and/or LGBTQ populations strongly preferred.
The following skills and experience are preferred:

• Demonstrated experience implementing best practices and leading diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging student engagement initiatives in a higher education setting
• Cultural competency to work with diverse student and/or employee populations
• Demonstrated knowledge of student development theory
• Established experience in student activities budgeting, planning, implementation, and assessment
• Proven record advising student leaders and student staff
• Demonstrated commitment to creating a welcoming, inclusive, and equitable community
• Able to function independently while operating effectively within a team environment
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and external constituents
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex and multiple tasks in a professional and efficient manner
• Proven record and commitment to a strong sense of customer service

This position requires successful completion of standard background checks in line with the requirements of the position.
For full consideration, please submit the following items:

• Employment application
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Statement of your experiences and/or expertise related to diversity, equity, and inclusion with examples of actions and achievements

Review of candidates will continue until the position is filled.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
Penn State Brandywine - a thriving residential campus - is located on 112 acres, 20 miles west of center city Philadelphia. Penn State Brandywine's strengths are excellent teaching and research, a diverse study body, athletics, business and civic partnerships, and the Center for Ethics and Civic Engagement. Penn State Brandywine's 100,000 alumni are part of Penn State's world-wide 670,000 alumni network.
Penn State Brandywine is located in Media, PA, a popular suburb of Philadelphia, named one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Media is just 20 minutes from the Philadelphia Main Line and 45 minutes to center city. As a staff member at Penn State Brandywine, you will enjoy access to the arts, entertainment, sports, State Parks, Arboretums, restaurants, night life, and community events of the greater Philadelphia region while working with a diverse and close-knit community of professionals.
Penn State offers a competitive and generous benefits package for full-time staff which includes:

• Health insurance, dental and vision coverage
• Retirement plans
• 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and dependent children to attend Penn State
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, sick days, and paid parental leave

Visit https://hr.psu.edu/benefits for additional information about benefits.
Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-Brandywine/Coordinator-of-Student-Diversity-Equity-Inclusion-and-Belonging_REQ_0000027505-2
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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