| Position Title: |
Senior Inclusion Officer and Director of Hispanic Business and Educational Initiatives |
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| Location: |
Big Rapids (Main Campus) |
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| Department: |
21003 - Diversity and Inclusion Office
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| Advertised Salary: |
$80,000-$85,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements. Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.) |
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| FLSA: |
Exempt |
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| Temporary/Continuing: |
Continuing |
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| Part-Time/Full-Time: |
Full-Time |
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| Union Group: |
N/A |
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| Term of Position: |
12 Month |
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| At Will/Just Cause: |
At Will |
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| Summary of Position: |
The Senior Inclusion Officer and Director of Hispanic Business and Educational Initiatives will supervise and coordinate partnership activity between Ferris State University and Hispanic-serving organizations in the West Michigan region and throughout the state of Michigan. Additionally, the Officer/Director will oversee the Center for Latin@ Studies (CLS), including the development, implementation, and assessment of DEIB programming and initiatives in furtherance of the University’s DEIB plan. This position reports directly to the Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Initiatives. Other duties may be assigned. This position may split office time between the Big Rapids and Grand Rapids campuses.
The anticipated start date of this position is September of 2023. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed. |
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| Position Type: |
Staff |
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| Required Education: |
Master's degree |
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| Required Work Experience: |
At least five years of experience advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in a complex organization, including a minimum of two years of management or supervisory experience. |
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| Physical Demands: |
- Office Environment
- Bending
- Moving
- Reaching
- Sitting
- Twisting
- Driving
- Repetitive Movement
- Standing
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| Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: |
1. Knowledge of West Michigan and statewide Hispanic organizations.
2. Experience working with educational bodies, including high schools, community colleges, and 4-year institutions.
3. Experience in business development and higher education within the Hispanic community.
4. Bilingual/Proficiency in writing, reading, and speaking in English and Spanish. |
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| Essential Duties/Responsibilities: |
1. Represent the Vice President for Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Initiatives when called upon.
2. Work closely with and supervise the Center for Latin@ Studies.
3. Develop, implement, and assess programming and initiatives in furtherance of the DEIB plan and climate assessments.
4. Develop and manage an appropriate strategy and an operational plan for engagement with Hispanic communities throughout the state, particularly in West Michigan. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, recruitment and retention activities of Hispanic students throughout the state.
5.Work collaboratively with the Diversity, Inclusion, and Strategic Initiatives Office to develop and implement strategies and initiatives that advance DEIB at the University.
6 Work collaboratively across all divisions and units on campus
7. Work closely with and supervise the Center for Latin@ Studies.
8. Plan, supervise, and coordinate partnership activity between Ferris State University and Hispanic businesses and Hispanic-serving organizations throughout the state of Michigan.
9. Engage prospective clients, partners, and communities for various educational programs, events, activities, and networking opportunities.
10. Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
11. Demonstrates an understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff and community members. |
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| Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: |
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| Skills and Abilities: |
Demonstrated commitment, experience and understanding for diversity, equity, and inclusion. |
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| Required Documents: |
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Unofficial Transcript 1
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| Optional Documents: |
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| Special Instructions to Applicants: |
Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants much attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's Degree.
Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. |
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Initial Application Review Date:
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September 22nd, 2023 |
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| Open Until Position is Filled?: |
True |
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Posting Close Date:
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| EEO Statement: |
Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. |
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