Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Company: Louisiana State University
Location: Baton Rouge
Posted on: January 8, 2021

Job Description:

All Job Postings will close at 12:01a.m. CST (1:01a.m. EST) on the specified Closing Date (if designated).If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application progress will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through "My Draft Applications" located on your Candidate Home page.Job Posting Title:Director of Diversity, Equity and InclusionPosition Type:Professional / UnclassifiedDepartment:LSUA Chancellor - Department of Academic and Student Affairs (John R Rowan (00054554))Work Location:LSU - AlexandriaPay Grade:ProfessionalJob Description:This position is located at LSU of Alexandria, in Alexandria, Louisiana (Rapides parish).RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement short-term and long-range diversity programming, including the assessment of such programs and services.
• Utilize assessment data to drive decisions impacting the university, including faculty and student recruitment, development, engagement, and retention.
• Work directly with search committees to ensure best practices are followed in sourcing, interviewing, hiring, and orientating new team members.
• Develop and implement diversity initiatives that increase the support, retention, matriculation, and graduation of students at LSUA, especially under-represented (minority) students.
• Serve as a liaison with Colleges, Departments, and professional units, to create strategies to support recruitment and retention efforts for employee and student diversity.
• Create and implement communication strategies for trainings, web resources (internal and external audiences), and distribution of materials to support diversity, inclusion, and equity among various populations.
• Maintain strong collaborative working relationships with key leaders throughout the community to foster mentoring relationships with students and collaborative relationships with faculty and staff
• Compile annual diversity report card by collecting data to assess institutional effectiveness at achieving diverse and inclusive environment.
• Promote anti-discrimination philosophy while educating the campus about the effects of various forms of discrimination.
• Serve as a first point of contact for student, faculty, and staff grievances regarding discrimination counseling.
• As EEO/AA Coordinator, this individual will be responsible for creating and promoting a workforce culture of equity and inclusion, ensuring compliance with all federal and state anti-discriminatory laws and regulations.QUALIFICATIONS:
  • 4-7 years working in change management, with preference given to applicants with experience in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
  • Master's degree preferred in business, public administration, human resources management, organizational behavior, psychology, or related field.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including strong public speaking and presentation skills which are essential for success in this role
  • Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints.
  • Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or other University employees.
  • Ability to negotiate and defuse conflict.
  • Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative.Application Instructions:Please attach a Resume/CV, a cover letter, 3 references and unofficial transcripts. Official transcripts will be required upon hire.HOURS: Eight (8) hours per day, Monday -Friday 40 hours a week. Additional hours worked as needed.Additional Job Description:Special Instructions:The Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion is a newly created position responsible for the development of campus-wide strategy designed to ensure that LSU Alexandria is meeting the needs of faculty, staff, and students while adhering to the core mission and vision of the Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Roadmap. The successful candidate is expected to educate and influence the campus community on matters of diversity, equity and inclusion; serve as the EEO officer; and design, coordinate and implement programs in alignment with the university-wide directive to ensure diversity, equity and respect for all employees.Posting Date:November 18, 2020Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):December 19, 2020Additional Position Information:Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!Essential Position (Y/N):EEO Statement:LSU is committed to diversity and is an equal opportunity / equal access employer.HCM Contact Information:Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or emailed HR@lsu.edu

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