STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 (Assistant Director) | University of California Davis
University of California Davis
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Davis, CA | United States
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STDT LIFE DEV SPEC 3 (Assistant Director) Job Summary
Department Purpose The purpose of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual Resource Center (LGBTQIARC) is to provide an open, safe, inclusive space and community that is committed to challenging sexism, genderism, heterosexism, cissexism, monosexism and other systems of oppression affecting queer and trans people while promoting their well-being. We recognize that this work requires a continued process of understanding and addressing all forms of oppression, and are committed to this process both in our work and in the structure of the Center itself. The LGBTQIA Resource Center promotes education about all sexes, gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as space for self-exploration of these identities. The LGBTQIA Resource Center is a dynamic, responsive and collaborative organization that serves UC Davis and the surrounding region by providing a growing spectrum of programs, resources, outreach and advocacy.
Job Summary Under general supervision of the Director, the Assistant Director serves the entire campus community by centering the needs of students who experience the most marginalization.
A. The Assistant Director will work as a part of a leadership team to oversee the daily operations of the department and services for the campus community and is independently responsible for directing the LGBTQIA Resource Center's programming on topics related to Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual, Two-Spirit, Same Gender Loving, and Questioning people, using an intersectional, equity-minded approach to reflect the lived experiences of students of color, disabled students, first generation students, low income students, undocumented students and other students that experience marginalization.
B. The Assistant Director supervises scholar staff in their development, implementation and evaluation of programs, implements retention initiatives, and collaborates with other campus departments and student organizations to meet the needs of the broader campus community.
This position works alongside the LGBTQIA Resource Center career staff to provide a collaborative approach to student support.
POSITION INFORMATION ** This position may be eligible for a hiring bonus.
Salary Range $53,700.00/yr. - $96,300.00/yr. No. of Positions 1 Appointment Type Career Percentage of Time 100% Shift Hours Manager will advise Location Davis, CA Union Representation No Benefits Eligible Yes Apply by Date 03/09/24
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Sitting - Frequently, Standing - Frequently, Walking - Frequently, Writing, Talk or Hear - Frequently
WORK ENVIRONMENT - Work flexible hours, including some varied lunch hours, evenings and weekends.
- Work in a shared office space and active work space with many distractions.
- The Smoke and Tobacco Free Environment policy is intended to provide a healthier, safer, and more productive work and learning environment for the entire UC community. The University of California prohibits smoking and tobacco use at all University owned or leased properties, or facilities operated by UC staff or faculty. Smoking and tobacco use are strictly prohibited in indoor and outdoor spaces, parking lots, residential space, and University vehicles.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Education/Experience: - Bachelor's degree in related field
- Experience addressing the specific concerns of the LGBTQIA+ community, particularly community members with intersecting marginalized identities, with special attention to dynamics of power and privilege
- Experience in the supervision of diverse student staff, student leaders, and interns, in a multicultural higher education setting; this includes the ability to advise students, showing good judgment about when to make referrals, set boundaries, and equip students with skills and strategies to engage in self-advocacy.
- Experience cultivating and sustaining ongoing collaborative relationships with a wide array of constituents (staff, faculty, students, community members, and with campus and community organizations) in order to accomplish goals.
Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) : - Strong skills in program management, including assessment, implementation and evaluation
- Strong skills in listening, communicating with diverse audiences, problem solving, working collaboratively as part of a team, mediation, diplomacy, conflict resolution and confronting unacceptable behavior.
- Communication skills to prepare and deliver presentations and to prepare written reports, correspondence, proposals, program assessments, email and other materials for a variety of audiences ensuring compliance with departmental and university guidelines, practices and principles.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Preferred Education/Experience: - Master's degree in a related field (e.g., Student Development, Counseling, Social Work, Higher Education Administration) equivalent experience
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA) : - Demonstrated program development and evaluation skills
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, train, supervise, coach and evaluate student employees
- Demonstrated knowledge of student development, critical race theory, feminist theory, social justice theories, multicultural education, and leadership development.
- Demonstrated cultural humility skills and experience working with diverse student populations.
- Thorough knowledge and experience in student leadership development
- Skills to act in a lead capacity, coordinate, supervise, motivate, develop, evaluate and oversee the work of students.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Background Check This position is a critical position and subject to a background check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background investigation including criminal history and identity checks.
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging At UC Davis, we're solving life's most urgent challenges to bring a fuller, healthier, and more resilient world within reach. We grow from every challenge we take on and we don't just maintain - we improve.
We recognize that creating an inclusive and intellectually vibrant organization means understanding and valuing both our individual differences and our common ground. The most comprehensive solutions come from the most diverse minds and you belong here.
As you consider joining UC Davis, please explore our Principles of Community , our Clinical Strategic Plan and strategic vision for research and education, and our latest efforts to outgrow the expected .
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
Salary Range $53,700.00/yr. - $96,300.00/yr.
No. of Positions 1
Appointment Type Career
Percentage of Time 100%
Shift Hours Manager will advise
Location Davis, CA
Union Representation No
Benefits Eligible Yes
Apply by Date 03/09/24
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UC Davis is the home of the Aggies — go-getters, change makers and problem solvers who make their mark at one of the top public universities in the United States. Since we first opened in 1908, we’ve been known for standout academics, sustainability and Aggie Pride as well as valuing the Northern California lifestyle. These themes are woven into our 100-plus-year history and our reputation for solving problems related to food, health, the environment and society.Our 5,300-acre campus is in the city of Davis, a vibrant college town of about 68,000 located in Yolo County. The state capital is 20 minutes away, and world-class destinations such as the San Francisco Bay Area, Lake Tahoe and the Napa Valley are within a two-hour drive.
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