Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement Assistant Director

PRIMARY PURPOSE
The Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement (IME) Assistant Director is primarily responsible for supporting the daily operations of IME. This includes coordinating student-centered programs and mentoring student leaders. The ideal candidate should have experience in creating more access, belonging, and engagement around inclusion, and a passion for working with students in a higher education setting. The IME Assistant Director reports directly to the Director of Inclusion & Multicultural Engagement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Program Leadership and Development
- Leads IME programs with the IME Director, including the Great Expectations Mentorship (GEM) program, heritage and history month programming, first-generation programming, and support for student-athletes
- Develop and implement programming to create more access, belonging, and student engagement for all students
- Design, plan, and implement major programs, events, and initiatives related to multiculturalism and diversity
- Collaborate with campus partners to organize campus-wide events, including MLK Day, student leadership training, and heritage and history month programming
- Support program assessment, using data to inform retention strategies for campus student populations

Student Support and Engagement
- Mentor and advise student staff, GEM Mentors, and student organization leaders
- Provide individualized support, advocacy, and referrals to campus resources that promote student persistence and belonging
- Co-facilitate leadership training and programming to enhance student engagement across campus

Administrative and Operational Support
- Support the daily operations of the IME office space, including social media, website management, purchasing supplies, and managing email communications
- Assist in managing office logistics and handle administrative duties for program execution
- Evaluate office activities and provide direction in the absence of the Director, prioritizing departmental and divisional needs

Collaboration and Representation
- Represent IME in divisional and campus-wide committees, ensuring alignment with the office's mission and goals
- Foster strong relationships with internal and external campus stakeholders to advance diversity and inclusion initiatives
- Collaborate with local Portland-Metro area organizations to help create experiences for departmental needs

Tools and Technology Management
- Utilize Google Workspace (Drive, Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Forms) for effective communication, organization, and data management
- Maintain proficiency in online research, website navigation, and social media tools to enhance outreach and engagement

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS
- Ability to take initiative and work independently, demonstrating autonomy in managing complex tasks and responsibilities
- Experience in developing and implementing initiatives that create more access, belonging, and student engagement around diversity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives
- Experience working with or established relationships within the Portland community and local organizations
- Strong commitment to promoting inclusion and fostering a sense of belonging in the workplace and campus community
- Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational, mentorship, leadership, and crisis management skills
- Proficient in using Google Workspace for communication, data organization, and project management

REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree
- One year of experience in creating access, belonging, and engagement
- One year of professional experience working with people who have experienced economic, social, or other barriers, or those who come from economically or socially disadvantaged backgrounds

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
- A Master's in higher education or a related field, or at least 2 years of experience working in higher education
- Experience in designing, planning, and implementing major programs, events, and initiatives related to multiculturalism and diversity
- Experience working with or established relationships within the Portland community and local organizations
- Two years of professional experience working with people who have experienced economic, social, or other barriers, or those who come from economically or socially disadvantaged backgrounds

WORK SCHEDULE
- Part-time (.83 FTE); Benefits Eligible: Yes
- Standard workweek: 30 hours/week
- Travel: Occasional travel for conferences and events
- Hybrid/Remote: Primarily in-office with occasional flexibility for remote work as necessary

PAY RATE
- FLSA Status: Exempt
- Starting at $50,000 to $52,000 per year, with consideration for experience

DIRECTIONS FOR COVER LETTER
Please include a cover letter describing your interest in joining Lewis & Clark and the ways you can contribute to a culture of inclusion on campus.

Lewis & Clark College is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.