Executive Director of Inclusive Excellence

California State University, Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) invites applications and nominations for the position of Executive Director of Inclusive Excellence. This senior leadership role offers a unique opportunity to join an institution deeply committed to access, equity, and student success.

CSUDH is one of the most diverse universities in the nation and proudly serves as a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI). Our campus remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring that the students we serve not only succeed but thrive. This commitment is reinforced at every level, from our university president to our system chancellor to our CSU Board of Trustees. CSUDH continues to lead with clarity of purpose: transforming the lives of our students and communities because they deserve nothing less.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Vice President and Campus DEI Officer, the Executive Director of Inclusive Excellence will be a central leader in advancing CSUDH’s vision for equity and justice across the university. The Executive Director will:

• Lead institution-wide strategies that close equity gaps and foster belonging in teaching, learning, and student success.
• Partner with faculty, staff, students, and senior leadership to co-create sustainable practices that advance inclusive excellence.
• Guide equity-minded policy analysis, culturally sustaining pedagogy, and professional learning opportunities for the CSUDH community.
• Serve as a visible and trusted leader in ensuring progress on the goals articulated in the Going Far Together Strategic Plan.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will bring:

• A record of effective leadership in advancing equity and inclusion in higher education or comparable complex settings.
• A deep understanding of the sociocultural factors that shape access, opportunity, and student success.
• Experience in coalition-building and the ability to engage across multiple levels of an institution.
• The vision and courage to translate equity commitments into tangible outcomes for students, faculty, and staff.

Why Join CSUDH

To join CSUDH is to become part of a community that has never wavered in its mission: expanding opportunity, closing equity gaps, and ensuring that the promise of higher education is realized for every student. The Executive Director of Inclusive Excellence will play a vital role in carrying forward this mission and helping CSUDH remain at the forefront of institutional transformation in higher education.

Overview of Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide executive leadership for campus-wide Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) initiatives.
• Oversee programs such as the Black Student Success Action Plan and AANHPI Student Achievement.
• Lead assessment and evaluation of DEIJ efforts using both qualitative and quantitative tools.
• Serve as principal deputy to the VP & CDEIO, with delegated authority in their absence.
• Represent the Division of DEIJ in strategic planning, accreditation, and executive leadership forums.
• Advise on sensitive campus climate issues and systemic DEI advancement opportunities.
• Design and deliver equity-focused learning experiences for faculty, staff, and students.
• Integrate social justice education into institutional transformation efforts.
• Collaborate with university leaders to align DEIJ efforts across divisions.
• Lead campus-wide coalitions and heritage-based programming that promote cross-cultural engagement.
• Oversee affinity group efforts and identity-conscious student success initiatives.
• Act as liaison to the Student Success Committee and related subcommittees.
• Develop and manage scalable project frameworks for DEIJ initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment and measurable outcomes.
• Partner with Student Affairs and identity-based centers to foster institutional belonging.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant field such as Higher Education, Social Justice, Ethnic Studies, Organizational Leadership, Public Administration, or a related discipline.
• At least eight (8) years of progressively responsible professional experience, with a minimum of five (5) years in senior-level Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ) leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating institutional DEIJ initiatives, including leading campus-wide or organization-wide programs.
• Proven ability to collaborate with executive leadership, manage complex projects, and influence institutional change through equity-minded strategies.

Minimum Qualifications must be clearly documented in the applicant’s resume.