Location: Tampa,FL, USA
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Position Details
The Assistant Director of Student Support Services collaborates with different departments in the general responsibility of supporting students in their efforts to make full use of the opportunities available to them. The Assistant Director provides advice, and counsel to students and groups from diverse backgrounds and administer programs and activities aimed at providing belonging in, and exposure to, diverse cultures and ethnic groups for all constituents of the College. The Assistant Director reports to the Chief Diversity Officer.
Position Description/General Scope of Duties
Leadership
* Manages the Program Coordinator for first-generation student support and provides general oversight of the success scholars program via the coordinator.
* Support with oversight of services, including budgeting, supervision, mentoring, coaching, and team building within the Office of Diversity Equity and Inclusion (ODEI).
* Manages the Development and day-to-day success of Unity organization.
* Serve on the Chief Diversity Officer's Leadership team.
* Represent ODEI on institutional committees regarding a broad range of issues.
* Support with developing a culture and climate that promotes an environment supportive of a diverse population.
Collaboration, Assessment and Administration
* Collaborate with community partners to implement and coordinate initiatives that enhance the persistence and retention of underrepresented and other marginalized students.
* Build and foster vital relationships with colleagues and units across the campus to support the needs of diverse students.
* Support students experiencing academic or personal difficulties and assist them in connecting to University of Tampa resources.
* Establish data-driven programmatic goals as it relates to building community and accessing resources.
* Provide regular reports on progress toward the goals, including quarterly and year-end reports.
* Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.
Qualifications
1. Master's degree in higher education or related field required.
2. People and community centered approach to the work of DEI.
3. A minimum of three years of full-time, relevant higher education experience.
4. Demonstrated understanding of how to support diverse communities.
5. Proven human centered and data informed approach.
6. Strong and broad knowledge of identity development models.
7. Excellent written, oral, interpersonal, and organizational communication.
8. Strong time management and prioritization.
9. Flexible hours required to support evening and weekend event.
10. Working knowledge of data analysis tools, social media platforms and Microsoft Office.
10. Willingness to embrace new technologies and innovative organizational practices.
11. Other duties as assigned.
Required Attachments
Please be sure to attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box at the bottom of the My Experience page of the application before continuing through the application.
1. Cover letter
2. Resume
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Summer: Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Evenings and weekends may be required.
The University of Tampa offers great benefits to include:
* FREE Tuition
* Generous paid leave
* Wellness initiatives
* 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account
* 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
* 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
* Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
* FREE On-Campus Parking
* FREE Access to Campus Amenities (pool, library, campus events and more)
* Fitness Center
* Pet Insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* And more!
The University of Tampa is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The University seeks candidates with diverse backgrounds to facilitate intercultural awareness and understanding.
Submission Guidelines
To receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the My Experience page of the application before continuing through the application.
Background Check Requirements
Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.
Additional Information
This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.