Job DescriptionThe Office for Inclusion and Diversity (OID) is a catalyst for capacity-building across the institution, promoting sustainable institutional transformation and accountability; representational diversity; an inclusive, welcoming, affirming, accessible, and safe campus climate; and the integration of issues of equity and identity into the academic mission. Upholding InclusiveVT, the institutional and individual commitment to the Virginia Tech motto, Ut Prosim (That I May Serve), the office seeks to create a more just and inclusive community that welcomes, encourages, and supports individuals who desire to contribute to and benefit from the institution's missions of learning, discovery, and engagement.Reporting to the senior associate vice provost for inclusion and diversity, the director of the Ujima living-learning community encourages student belonging and inclusion through active and individualized care, mentoring, and support. The person in this role is student centered, collaborative, and intentional in their role as educator.The position is based at the Virginia Tech campus in Blacksburg, Virginia.Required Qualifications· Bachelor's degree with experience that equates to a master's level degree· Considerable experience with diversity and inclusion related work· Demonstrated ability to build and connect communities· Experience contributing to inclusive workplace relationships· Ability to collaborate in diverse teams to foster productive outcomes· Ability to manage multiple social media platforms for the purpose of engaging and retaining students· Excellent written and verbal communication skills· Excellent interpersonal skillsPreferred Qualifications· Master's degree in student affairs or related field· Experience facilitating small and large group discussions· Proven ability to implement identity development theories across various marginalized groups· Experience working in a higher education settingAppointment TypeRegularSalary InformationUp to $74,000Review DateJune 3, 2024Additional InformationThe successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.About Virginia TechDedicated to its motto,Ut Prosim(That I May Serve), Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on, transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world, Virginia Tech is an inclusive communitydedicated to knowledge, discovery, and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in eight undergraduate colleges, a school of medicine, a veterinary medicinecollege, Graduate School , andHonors College . The university has a significant presence across Virginia, including theInnovation Campus in Northern Virginia; the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke; sites in Newport News and Richmond; and numerousExtension offices andresearch centers . A leading global research institution, Virginia Tech conducts more than $500 million in research annually.Virginia Tech does not discriminate against employees, students, or applicants on the basis of age, color, disability, sex (including pregnancy), gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, or military status, or otherwise discriminate against employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or on any other basis protected by law.If you are an individual with a disability and desire an accommodation, please contactLisha ****** regular business hours at least 10 business days prior to the event.
