• Job Description

  Req#: 500067

  Job Title:	Associate Vice President, Culture and Belonging
  Physical Location:	Kent Campus - Kent, OH
  Salary:	$108,779 to $142,000
  Basic Function:	To provide executive leadership for several units within the Division of People, Culture and Belonging. Reports to the Vice President for People, Culture and Belonging.
  Additional Basic Function – if applicable:
  Examples of Duties:	Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: Provide direct support to the Vice President for People, Culture and Belonging. Promote an inclusive and authentic approach to diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Assist with university responses related to internal and external diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging matters. Oversee and promote the University Climate survey and other related climate and belonging surveys with a university-wide team. Consult with campus partners on survey results and lead climate and belonging change efforts. Drive equity-related strategic planning efforts across the university and consult with units on implementation. Lead the University Diversity Action Council (UDAC) in collaboration with other division staff. Support the division in developing, promoting and producing diversity, equity and inclusion education and research areas across the university. Steer efforts to secure diversity-related funding and grants. Serve as a resource for recruitment, retention and graduation efforts. Assist with the development and approval of departmental budgets and expenditures; maximize existing resources and make strategic planning recommendations. Lead the development, implementation, maintenance, enforcement and evaluation of policies, processes and best practices. Manage the development and implementation of division mission, goals and objectives. May serve as the Vice President for People, Culture and Belonging in the absence of the vice president. Chair, convene or serve on various department, division and university committees. Represent the division on appropriate bodies, committees and councils. Perform other related duties as assigned.
  Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:
  Minimum Qualifications:	A master’s degree in a relevant field from an accredited institution. A minimum of eight years of progressively responsible management experience including three years of experience with qualitative and/or quantitative research and diversity. License/Certification: Knowledge Of: Federal and state laws Higher education organizational structure Access and success practices for students, staff and faculty Equity and inclusion principles, practices and standards Budgeting and strategic planning Survey tools and analysis Personal computer applications Skill In: Written and interpersonal communication Interpret, evaluate and apply complex rules and regulations Conduct research and analyses Organizing and manage information and data/project management Develop and implement plans related to faculty, staff and student success Qualitative and quantitative research methods Provide leadership and direction Facilitate groups and manage multiple priorities and projects Implement projects and assessment of program initiatives Working in a unionized environment Ability To: Articulate a compelling vision that motivates others and sets clear, challenging and measurable goals Work collaboratively with various internal and external constituencies and work with a culturally diverse population Tackle challenging issues and engage in difficult conversations Connect with varied audiences and disciplines through an authentic communication style Be an active listener who considers the perspectives of others Work with a diverse population Work with individuals at all organizational levels Multi-task while managing multiple projects and assignments Think strategically Work independently and as part of a team Travel throughout the university system and communities
  Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:	Ph.D. in a relevant field with a minimum of five years of diversity administration experience. Record of success in advancing diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging. Experience with regularly scanning the environment to seize opportunities and mitigate risks and using data to make prudent decisions and evaluate results. Demonstrated success as a unit leader who develops and engages others through coaching, feedback, exposure and stretch opportunities and recognize employee accomplishments.
  Assessments:	Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which require assessments
  Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
  Working Schedule:
  Additional Information:	CANDIDATES SHOULD INCLUDE A COVER LETTER DESCRIBING RELEVANT EXPERIENCES AND INTEREST IN THIS POSITION; CURRICULUM VITAE/RESUME; AND NAMES, TITLES AND CONTACT INFORMATION FOR FIVE REFERENCES. TO ASSURE FULL CONSIDERATION, APPLICATION MATERIALS SHOULD BE RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 31, 2023. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE AT HTTPS://WWW.KENT.EDU/PEOPLE-AND-CULTURE/LEADERSHIP-SEARCHES Must pass a security check. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr. Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.
  Disclaimer:	The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.

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  Kent State University is a public research university in Kent, Ohio.

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