How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume/curriculum vitae. The cover letter should address reasons for your interest in this position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position. In addition, please include contact information for three individuals who can serve as references.

Summary

The National Center for Institutional Diversity (NCID) represents a commitment by the University of Michigan (U-M) to affirm the central value and undeniable importance of institutional diversity to the mission of all colleges and universities. Our vision is to empower people and institutions to leverage knowledge and skills around the benefits, challenges, and opportunities of diversity in order to create a truly equitable and inclusive society. To create a more equitable and inclusive society, we produce, catalyze, and elevate diversity research and scholarship. In this pursuit, we also build intergenerational communities of scholars and leaders to integrate these evidence-based approaches in addressing contemporary issues in a diverse society.

NCID seeks to fill a new position to manage its new Transforming Higher Education Leadership Project. This is a three-year, term-limited position and funded by a grant from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and is a part of their Postsecondary Success Transformation portfolio which focuses on (1) understanding how colleges and universities transform themselves to dramatically improve their performance and eliminate student success gaps by race and income; and (2) translating that understanding into tools, methods, and resources to help more colleges and universities transform for equitable student success. These goals are designed to support and accelerate institutional transformation through a dynamic ecosystem of critical partners and networks.

This role will manage, plan, direct and oversee all program components and operations of the Transforming Higher Education Leadership project.

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Responsibilities*

Program Planning Development and Implementation

Ensure compliance with grant proposals for services delivered and populations reached.

Serve as the liaison to ensure focus on a common goal between the Gates Foundation, NCID and U-M stakeholders.

Support the development of digital engagement initiatives that support institutional leadership and transformation. This includes building an infrastructure and sustainability plan.

Develop long and short-term strategic plans to ensure program advancement and improvement.

Work collaboratively with internal and external staff, faculty and students to develop programs and activities.

Stay abreast of local and national new leadership development programs and scholarship.

Follow up on written, telephone and email contact with local and national partners which includes faculty members, administrators and representatives from higher education organizations.

Track program participation and outcomes for program participants

Implement, and host webinars and activities that support learning and development for change agents and that promote equity-minded leadership principles.

Outreach and Marketing

Write, design, publish and distribute informational materials.

Represent NCID to appropriate local and national constituencies.

Develop social media and web presence.

Develop, coordinate, and implement program specific dissemination and marketing plans.

Human Resources

Train, mentor and supervise student staff.

Set and adjusting hours, work schedules and rates of pay.

Conduct periodic staff reviews/evaluations.

Fiscal Management

Plan, manage, and monitor budget.

Prepare annual and periodic budget and programming reports as needed.

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor’s degree in education, policy, social work, psychology, sociology, anthropology, ethnic studies, critical studies or related field

Three to five years’ experience working within an academic community, or related experience.

Strong background and understanding, grounded in the latest research/scholarship, of issues related to diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education and society.

Demonstrated project management and administrative skills. Ability to set priorities, work simultaneously on numerous tasks, strong attention to detail, and able to meet competing deadlines. Ability to self-advocate and articulate resources needed for individual and team success.

Experience managing grants, managing grant budgets, liaising with funders and partners, etc.

Experience partnering with related organizations that support success within post-secondary education.

Experience editing, producing, or similarly contributing to academic and/or nonacademic publications

Experience communicating, building relationships and working with a very diverse group of colleagues, faculty, staff, and students.

Experience supervising student staff.

Superior interpersonal skills. Positive customer service-oriented attitude, flexibility and the ability to work both independently and as a team member.

Proficient on a computer and at ease operating Google Suite and Microsoft Office Suite and software/applications related to social media and digital engagement.

Ability to learn quickly and adapt to new computer software and technologies.

Desired Qualifications*

Master’s degree in relevant field

Experience with program evaluation and assessment

Additional Information

The salary range for this position is $63,000 to $79,000. Please note the salary offer may be higher based on equity and the selected candidate's experience.

As one of the world’s great liberal arts colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about diversity, equity, and inclusion in LSA, please visit lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.

To learn more about LSA’s Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.