Director of Student Inclusion & Belonging

at Elmhurst College in Elmhurst, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Posting Text
Posting Number 
 S00583P
Position Status 
 Exempt
Reporting Relationship(s) 
 Vice President for Student Affairs
Supervisory Relationships
Job Summary 
 The Director is responsible for creating and implementing strategies to enhance the educational experience and involvement of our diverse student body through the development of social, leadership, cultural, and holistic wellness programs. This position is responsible for coordinating the delivery of culturally based programming and leadership development, advising, and supporting the success of our student organizations whose mission it is to create a stronger sense of inclusion, belonging, and retention from new student orientation through graduation. The successful incumbent will possess strong leadership and organizational abilities and function as a project manager on select initiatives as directed by senior leadership.
Salary Grade
Essential Functions 
 Student Development and Co-Curricular Programming
Ensures superior delivery, assessment, and continuing improvement of co-curricular equity and inclusion programs and services
Engages the student community in diversity and inclusion initiatives and best practices and develops and implements diversity and multicultural programs and activities at the intersections of multiple identities
Serves as a collaborator and culturally competent resource for student led programs, training, and student leadership development on intercultural, multicultural, and diversity appreciation and understanding
Serves as mentor to culturally and racially based student organization(s)
Engages and supports student participation in campus-wide committees and organizations
Contributes skills and leadership in support of the University's goals for retention of at-risk populations
Works seamlessly with all Student Affairs units, the Learning Center, the Weigand Center for Professional Excellence, advisors to student organizations, faculty, and other campus constituents to support student success, retention, and cultural competency

Project and Administrative Responsibilities
Contributes to data collection and assessment of student needs, progress, and success
Collaborates on Student Affairs and university committees, and represents the Office of Equity and Inclusion with internal and external stakeholders
Manages budgets administered by the Office of Equity and Inclusion
Supervises logistics for special events, trainings, and community engagement activities
Assists with preparing and presenting materials for Board of Trustee meetings
Proactively manage the workflow, communication, reporting, and scheduling for assigned projects
Other Duties and Responsibilities 
 Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous improvement
Supports mission, vision and values of Elmhurst University
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications 
 Bachelor's degree in related area of counseling, social work, or education with two years of experience working in a higher education setting
Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of university students
Demonstrated understanding of student success and engagement
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence, student development, and continued cultivation of a campus community free from bias, racism, and all forms of discrimination
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications 
 Master's degree in related area
Knowledge of student development theory
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements 
 Employee is subject to indoor work, protected from weather conditions. Work is sedentary in nature and involves exerting up to 10 lbs. of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently/constantly in order to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Occasional evening and weekend obligations.
Work Hours
Posting Date 
 07/24/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled 
 Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants 
 Elmhurst University is a leading four-year institution of higher education that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Founded in 1871, Elmhurst now offers more than 70 undergraduate programs of study, more than 20 graduate and certificate programs in flexible formats, and the Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with differing abilities. Elmhurst University is among the top-ranked colleges and universities in the Midwest, according... For full info follow application link.

Elmhurst College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elmhurst College prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.