"Assistant Director for Mercy Culture"

About Salve Regina University:

Salve Regina University, ranked as one of the most transformative colleges in the United States by Money Magazine, is a comprehensive Catholic University located in the scenic coastal community of Newport, Rhode Island. The University's commitment to academic success and personal discovery extends beyond its historic campus into a dynamic world where the application of higher thinking and skill are most valued. Salve Regina offers bachelor's and master's degree programs, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs in humanities, international relations and nursing. Enrollment includes more than 2,600 undergraduate and graduate students from across the U.S. and around the world.

Job Description:

This is a full-time, live-on position with on-call responsibilities.

BASIC FUNCTION:

The Assistant Director plays a critical role in fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for all members of the Salve Regina University community. This position focuses on promoting understanding, collaboration, and respect among individuals with myriad backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. The Assistant will work closely with faculty, staff, students, and community partners to create a campus culture that values belonging.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Mission-Centered Programming and Implementation

• Implement inclusive, student-facing programs that translate the university's Mercy mission into action.
• Coordinate signature cultural events such as Multicultural Education Week, MLK Week, and the Mercy Summit.
• Develop initiatives that support student belonging through hospitality, cultural celebration, and mission-rooted engagement.

Training and Intercultural Development

• Facilitate workshops, training, and peer-led sessions on intercultural development and cultural humility.
• Provide operational support for the Intercultural Competency Development Program (ICDP), including session logistics, participant tracking, and workshop facilitation.

Community Engagement and Collaboration

• Serve as a key partner with campus departments, student groups, and community organizations to promote inclusive programming.
• Collaborate closely with the Assistant VP on strategic programming goals and communicate insights from implementation.

Student Support and Campus Climate

• Foster environments of hospitality, support, and celebration for underserved student groups.
• Provide direct support to students navigating identity development and intercultural growth.
• Oversee the work study program
• Oversee the student mentorship program

Administrative Support and Assessment

• Track program participation, assist with event logistics, and support assessment efforts in partnership with the Assistant VP.
• Support data collection for campus climate and learning outcomes where applicable.

Requirements:

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (education, social sciences, theology, student affairs, or related area.
• Two years experience in student programming, multicultural affairs, or DEIB work.
• Strong facilitation and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across departments and with students with varied lived experiences
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Preferred:

• More than two years experience in student programming, multicultural affairs, or DEIB work.
• Master's degree in a relevant field - education, social sciences, theology, or student affairs
• Familiarity with intercultural development frameworks (e.g., IDI) preferred.

Additional Information:

Salve Regina University offers generous benefits to eligible employees including (waiting periods apply):

• health, dental and vision coverage available on the first of the month following date of hire
• 403(b) retirement plan through TIAA with employee and employer contributions as well as access to advising services
• long-term disability coverage
• employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
• up to 100% free tuition at Salve for eligible employees and qualified dependents
• robust wellness program and free access to the on-campus Fitness Center

Other available benefits include:

• supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents
• supplemental insurance coverage through Aflac
• Tuition Exchange scholarship program. Application available for qualified dependents of eligible employees working full-time
• discounted pet insurance through ASPCA
• student loan forgiveness assistance program (SAVI)
• employee Assistance Program through Coastline EAP
• flexible spending health and dependent care accounts
• health savings accounts
• 529 collegebound saver program
• paid parental leave and adoption assistance

For more detailed information on Salve's benefits, visit https://salve.edu/human-resources/benefits.

Salve Regina University strives to cultivate belonging values through diversity, equity inclusion in order to foster a welcoming culture for our staff, faculty and students, as well as the wider community. Salve Regina University embraces all people with grace. No matter the path traveled to get here, the University acknowledges that many identities will intersect. Salve Regina belongs to all in its community.

Application Instructions:

Applicants must apply online for any open staff and faculty positions by providing a cover-letter and resume. Pre-employment background checks and reference checks are required of successful candidates. Salve Regina University participates in E-verify.

Please provide three professional references (1 current/former supervisor, 2 colleagues). If you are selected as one of our finalists applicants for the position, we will request the referee's you listed in your application to complete a reference screening form. By adding your referee's contact information below, you consent to allow Salve Regina University to contact your referee's for written references.

URL: www.salve.edu