Coordinator of DEI Education

College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) work is central to the mission of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. In recent years, higher education broadly has centered critical issues such as ensuring access to education, promoting equitable distribution of resources, addressing social justice concerns through research, and fostering a sense of belonging on campus for everyone. The College of ACES at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has underscored the importance of these topics by creating the new ACES Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in January 2024. This strategic move marks a commitment to cultivating an equitable and inclusive academic environment for everyone in the college.

Coordinator of DEI Education

POSITION SUMMARY:

Coordinate educational opportunities within the College of ACES for students, faculty, and staff to increase understanding of topics related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. This work includes providing direct educational experiences for members of the ACES community, as well as developing and executing strategies that promote DEI initiatives and professional development opportunities.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Facilitate programs, trainings, workshops, and other educational opportunities for faculty, staff, and students
• Develop curriculum tools and supports for ACES faculty related to DEI topics; organize filming and editing of video recordings for DEI training purposes
• Serve as a guest speaker for ACES courses to discuss DEI topics when requested by faculty
• Develop and execute strategies that enhance participation in DEI educational opportunities
• Provide support to ACES’ Inclusion websites by creating, editing, and/or adding resources related to DEI topics
• Serve as an IT Accessibility Liaison for the College of ACES
• Participate in DEI professional improvement opportunities when appropriate for the role
• Grow connection to other faculty and staff at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign providing DEI educational programming
• Assist in implementation of DEI summer programming specifically aimed at underrepresented minoritized student groups
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for DEI

POSITION REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience

Required:

• A Bachelor’s degree in education or related field.
• At least one year of experience in public speaking and/or facilitating trainings.
• Experience developing and/or implementing DEI education initiatives, training, or leadership.

Preferred:

• Master’s degree in education or related field.
• Experience teaching in person, online, and active learning modalities.
• Experience presenting to and working with diverse audiences.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong oral and written communication skills, especially in delivering effective oral presentations.
• Demonstrated understanding of general cultural competency and nuanced understanding of DEI-related topics.
• Understanding of DEI topics as related to areas of study represented in the College of ACES

SALARY AND APPOINTMENT DETAILS:

This is a full-time (100 FTE%) Program Coordinator appointment. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. The budgeted salary range for this position is $58,000 to $68,000.

For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/default.aspx.

Sponsorship for work authorization is not available for this position. Out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position. Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Driver’s License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days will result in immediate termination of employment.

To be considered as a transfer candidate, you must apply for this position. If required by the position, transcripts or other documentation of credentials are to be provided no later than the first day of employment.

PROPOSED STARTING DATE:

The proposed start is as soon as possible after the closing date.

APPLICATON PROCEDURES:

Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of the posting on https://jobs.illinois.edu and upload your cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Your cover letter should address how you meet all of the required qualifications and any preferred qualifications if applicable.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by 6:00 pm (CST) on October 20, 2024. All requested information must be submitted via the online system for your application to be considered.

For further information, please contact Associate Dean for DEI, Dr. Elizabeth Olson, via e-mail at aces-dei@illinois.edu. For questions regarding the application process, please contact 217-333-2137.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted through the reasonable accommodations portal, or by contacting the Accessibility & Accommodations Division of the Office for Access and Equity at 217-333-0885, or by emailing accessibility@illinois.edu.

Requisition ID: 1026795
Job Category: Administrative
Apply at: https://jobs.illinois.edu