"Equity & Inclusion Advocacy and Support Coordinator"

The Office of Equity and Inclusion (OEI) at the State University of New York at Oneonta invites applications for the position of Equity & Inclusion Advocacy and Support Coordinator. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where safety, respect, and equity prevail. We believe that every individual deserves a learning and working environment free from discrimination and harassment. If you are passionate about ensuring the rights of all community members and eager to make a lasting impact, we want YOU to join our team!

Reporting to the Director of Equity and Inclusion Projects and Initiatives, the Coordinator will contribute significantly to ongoing and new OEI initiatives. The Coordinator will develop and coordinate OEI Diversity Peer Educators (DPE) and Advocacy Program. This program includes training students to become DPE Associates, assisting with the coordination of a comprehensive restorative justice process and team to support the university's needs, and coordinating the Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC), including co-chairing the SDLC Planning Committee. The Coordinator will also work collaboratively with campus units to promote progress on the work of the Office of Equity and Inclusion.

To learn more about the University and the department, please visit https://suny.oneonta.edu/ or Office of Equity and Inclusion at https://suny.oneonta.edu/office-equity-and-inclusion.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Co-chair and support the Bias Acts Response Team (BART); provide training, lead meetings, support subcommittees, review reports, coordinate responses, and monitor trends. Organize and assemble BART response and support teams.
• Develop and manage the OEI Diversity Peer Educators and Advocacy Program, including training students to serve as DPE Associates who lead peer-to-peer DEI workshops and targeted programming.
• Lead coordination of the Student Diversity Leadership Conference (SDLC), including co-chairing its planning committee.
• Oversee the OEI internship program in partnership with the Career Networking Center.
• Collaborate with student organizations to develop and implement targeted cultural programs.
• Manage the "No Space for Hate" campaign.
• Support the development and implementation of a comprehensive restorative justice process and team to address university needs.
• Facilitate and contribute to OEI-led DEISJ trainings.
• Serve as the OEI liaison to Alumni Affairs.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for area schools and respond to DEI-related outreach and requests.
• Partner with the University Committee on Diversity (UCOD) Subcommittee on Community Outreach and Engagement on campus and community initiatives.
• Contribute to other OEI projects as needed.

Salary: $57,151. SUNY Oneonta is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualifying employer. Information on SUNY's comprehensive benefits offerings can be found at https://www.suny.edu/benefits.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience providing support projects related to Equity and Inclusion.
• Experience working with and serving diverse populations.
• Demonstrated excellent organizational and report-writing skills.
• Demonstrated experience creating and maintaining collaborative working relationships with a variety of stakeholders.

Preferred:

• Master's degree in education, communication studies, or another social sciences field.
• At least 3 years of successful, relevant full-time professional experience related to DEI in higher education.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and effectively complete projects with tight deadlines.
• Experience serving on a bias act response team in a higher education setting.
• Experience developing, coordinating and assessing student-related DEI initiatives.

Additional Information:

SUNY Oneonta enrolls about 5,500 students who pursue bachelor's or master's degrees or certificates in one of 70-plus academic programs. Known as an exemplary residential campus that values inclusion, service and sustainability, SUNY Oneonta is a nurturing community where students grow intellectually, thrive socially, and live purposefully.

The university is located in the City of Oneonta, nestled in the northern foothills of the Catskill Mountains about a four-hour drive from New York City, Boston, and Philadelphia. With a population just shy of 14,000, Oneonta is one of the 20 Most Picturesque Small Towns in America, according to Microsoft News. The natural beauty of the region is breathtaking year-round. Each season offers outdoor activities such as hiking, biking, boating, swimming, and skiing. Employees give SUNY Oneonta high marks for work/life balance, management, and culture. The university's indeed.com rating is 4.4, with one recent review noting that the people are what make SUNY Oneonta so special.

SUNY Oneonta values a diverse university community. Please visit our website on diversity at: https://suny.oneonta.edu/diversity. Moreover, the University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, persons of color, persons with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. "At SUNY Oneonta, we believe that diversity is an asset and a source of strength that energizes our collective growth and innovation." - President Alberto Cardelle.

Application Instructions:

To apply online go to: https://oneonta.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=191485. Please upload a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (required).