Job postings

Specialist - Curriculum Dev-Fixed Term

Back to search results Apply now Job no: 963010

Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff

Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Education

Department:Ced Diversity Equity And Inclusion 40001170

Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff

Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience

Location: East Lansing

Categories: Education/Training, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union, Remote-Friendly

Working/Functional Title

Asst/Assoc Director for Equity and Inclusion

Position Summary

The central mission of the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in the MSU College of Education is to foster a culture that is equitable, inclusive, caring, open, and safe for all students, staff, and faculty. To that end, we are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and knowledgeable professional to join our team. The Assistant/Associate Director for DEI will provide direct support to the Associate Dean for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the development, implementation and maintenance of programs, policies, and practices that promote improvements in matters of equity and inclusion in the College among students, faculty, and staff.

Key responsibilities include facilitating community learning via workshops, common readings, and curricular audits that increase the competency and capacity for DEI work among students, staff, and faculty; overseeing recruitment activities that seek to attract undergraduate and graduate students from diverse backgrounds to the College of Education; serving as a liaison with other College of Education committees to advance a college-specific DEI strategic plan; and other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean. Another important component of the Assistant/Associate Director for DEI’s work is coordinating accessibility support throughout the College of Education. This includes overseeing universal accessibility compliance and supervising accessibility support for classroom and online instruction.

This position may be eligible for relocation moving assistance.

Michigan State University offers a wide range of benefits available for faculty members, more information can be located here: Benefits OverviewBenefits (msu.edu) (https://hr.msu.edu/benefits/index.html)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Masters -Education or related field

Desired Degree

Doctorate -Education or related field

Minimum Requirements

Minimum 5 years developing and delivering diversity, equity, and inclusion-related programming. Masters or PhD degree in education or related field.

Desired Qualifications

Experience working with a diverse array of education stakeholders (K-12 and higher education); experience working with digital accessibility; experience applying for and managing grants.

Required Application Materials

1) Cover letter outlining skills and experiences related to job duties;

2) CV (preferred) or resume.

Review of Applications Begins On

07/15/2024

Remote Work Statement

MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.

Website

education.msu.edu

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.

Advertised: Jun 27, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time