at University of Illinois at Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Associate Director - African American Cultural Center
Hiring Department: African American Cultural Center
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1018646
Posting Close Date: June 21, 2023
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
Description:
The Associate Director will assist in the development, implementation, coordination, and assessment of cultural programs, education programs, student and community outreach for the Center specific to the mission of the AACC - to support Black student success at UIC and promote a campus-wide understanding of Black diasporic cultures and histories. Salary range is $50,000 - $60,000.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Black Student Belonging
Develop innovative and engaging programs and events that support Black student experiences.
Support and deepen the Center's relationships with Black student organizations.
Develop and implement programming in collaboration with Black student organizations.
Collaborate on programs with other units on campus (or, when relevant, in the UI system) that support Black cultural programming, intercultural exchange, and Black student success.
Coordinate the annual Black Student Leadership Summit
Internship Supervision
Serve as supervisor for AACC internship programs, which provide undergraduate students with opportunities for service learning, cultural program development, leadership development, and community engagement
With the Program Director, coordinate the recruitment, hiring, training and evaluation of student staff.
Provide professional skills development opportunities for interns and student workers.
Community Outreach
With AACC Director and Program Director, develop and maintain a calendar of community outreach programs, activities, workshops, exhibitions, etc.
With Program Director, prepare an annual budget for community outreach activities.
Strengthen relationships with community partners.
Educate student interns on responsibilities of community partnership.
Assessment and Evaluation
Develop assessment tools that facilitate the ongoing evaluation of programs and activities.
With AACC staff, assess the marketing and promotion of the Center's programs.
Prepare accurate records and assessment of community outreach effectiveness.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree.
A total of three (3) years (36 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master's Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.
Demonstrated experience creating inclusive student-centered programming.
Professional experience spearheading the development of Black cultural programs.
Demonstrated professional experience with community outreach.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in education, student services administration, Black or Diasporic Studies, Museum Exhibition, or field related to Black student support or Black diasporic cultural studies.
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