Founded in 1835, State University of New York (SUNY) Brockport is an exceptional regional comprehensive public university that offers high-quality undergraduate and graduate degree programs in the arts, business, education, health, humanities, social sciences, and STEM. The University’s curriculum is grounded in the liberal arts and sciences and emphasizes experiential learning.  

Located only a few miles from Lake Ontario in a quaint “Village on the Erie Canal,” SUNY Brockport is conveniently situated between the cities of Rochester and Buffalo — the fourth and second largest cities in New York State. Inspiring excellence through growth, engagement, and transformation is our mission. Join the inclusive community of dedicated faculty, staff, and students who together are Building a Better Brockport! (https://www2.brockport.edu/about/strategic-plan/)

SUNY Brockport has a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an affirmative action equal opportunity employer. We welcome individuality and encourage you to utilize your unique talents and bring your skills as we collaboratively strive to build meaningful lives and vibrant communities.  

Job Summary: SUNY Brockport is currently accepting applications for an Assistant Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. The person in this role will report to the Chief Diversity Officer (CDO). The Assistant Director for Equity, Diversity, Inclusion will be a forward-thinking and dynamic professional with the ability to support large-scale culture change initiatives. Additionally, the assistant director will also work closely with the CDO to implement EDI related best practices. The ideal candidate must be a committed advocate for the advancement of diversity and equity, as well as a champion who fosters positive and inclusive learning and work environments. The successful candidate will support university priorities and values, including community engagement, inclusive excellence, transformation and collaborating across divisions/departments. Committing to the values of both the university’s Strategic Plan and EDI Strategic Plan, the desired candidate will take an essential role in relation to university-wide efforts focused on “Building a Better Brockport.”

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

• 3-5 years direct experience in at least one of the following fields: diversity and inclusion, organizational development, higher education.

• Experience implementing programming that includes educational awareness, training, and facilitation of equity, diversity, and inclusion subjects.

• Excellent written and communication skills

• Experience presenting to and facilitating conversations with diverse audiences.

• Ability to understand, communicate, and represent the College’s values and mission and commitment to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion.

• Ability to build strong interpersonal relationships at all levels.

• Demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, an ability to perform independently as well as collaboratively with a team, and ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.

• Knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles.

• Demonstrated ability to maintain discretion in highly sensitive or confidential matters.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree from a regionally accredited college or university or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

• Direct experience in at least one of the following fields: diversity and inclusion, organizational development, higher education.

• Experience implementing programming that includes educational awareness, training, and facilitation of equity, diversity, and inclusion subjects.

• Competence with Microsoft Office applications – Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.

  Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

  Salary and Benefits: The Minimum Salary for this position is $65,000.

This position is benefits eligible; Find out more about benefits at Careers@Brockport! (https://www.brockport.edu/support/human_resources/careers.html) This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Application Instructions: Visit jobs.hr.brockport.edu to complete an application including your cover letter that addresses required and preferred qualifications, resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.

Background Investigation Statement:

All applicants are subject to a pre-employment background check.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:

Pre-employment drug test and DOT physical may be required for positions requiring a valid Class A or B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

New York State Executive Order:

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor’s Office of Employee Relations via email at info@goer.ny.gov.

Non-Discrimination Statement/Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer:

SUNY Brockport does not discriminate. SUNY Brockport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual’s race, color, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, familial status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristics, military status, domestic violence victim status, or criminal conviction. Employees, students, applicants or other members of the university community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law, or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

Diversity Statement:

SUNY Brockport is committed to creating and maintaining an equitable environment that welcomes, values, and supports individuals and communities who affirm human dignity. The University provides opportunities for engagement, learning, growth, and transformation to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive institution.

Reasonable Accommodations:

SUNY Brockport provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities, veterans, or wounded warriors where appropriate. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Human Resources or email your request to Tamara Gouger, AVP for Human Resources and ADA Coordinator, at tgouger@brockport.edu. Determinations or requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

SUNY Brockport is an AA/EEO/ADA employer. The University actively seeks applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability, members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the diversity of the University.