Assistant Director, Multicultural Student Services Center
George Washington University
- Washington DC
- $63,661-92,203 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
The Multicultural Student Services Center (MSSC) at George Washington University seeks a passionate, self-driven, talented, and student-centered leader to serve as the Assistant Director, Multicultural Student Services Center. Reporting to the Director of the MSSC, the Assistant Director is responsible for providing university-wide leadership, advocacy, and programming to support historically underrepresented and excluded students within the university. This role also involves supporting the larger mission of the MSSC through active participation in its initiatives, programs, and services.The Assistant Director for the Multicultural Student Services Center (MSSC) is essential in furthering the mission of the MSSC at George Washington University, and functions in the role of the Director in their absence. Through this role, the Assistant Director works to promote diversity, nurture belonging, cultivate identity and leadership skills, and actively drive the dismantling of unjust systems, as outlined in the mission of the MSSC. The Assistant Director also contributes to creating an equitable and liberative community that prepares students for success in an increasingly global society. The individual in this role must have a thorough and exhibited understanding of critical theories and frameworks, which inform their practice and approach.. The Assistant Director should understand identity development theories and lead from an intersectional framework.Key Responsibilities:
Education and Facilitation: Provide strategic direction, develop, and deliver campus-wide educational initiatives and programming on issues to promote inclusion, equity, and access for all members of the university community, including students, faculty, and staff.
Space Management: Oversee the daily operations, long-term maintenance, and direction of the Multicultural Student Services Center and MSSC Mount Vernon Campus Lounge, ensuring a welcoming space and resource for students.
Staff Leadership and Support: Supervise and guide full-time Program Coordinator staff and graduate student staff.
Programming: Lead the development of programming and workshops for students, staff, and faculty seeking allyship by fostering a culture of understanding, empathy, and support.
Collaboration and Partnerships: Collaborate with student organizations, campus partners, and external organizations to plan and execute programs that reflect best practices in support and advocacy for students within the MSSC.
Enrollment and Persistence Initiatives: Collaborate with specific campus partners, such as Admissions, Orientation, Student Success, and Student Affairs, to ensure that underrepresented students are actively engaged in enrollment and retention initiatives.
Representation and Awareness: Lead the celebration and promotion of cultural awareness and representation, especially during University Celebratory Months and commemorative days. Collaborate with Alumni Affairs to engage affinity-based alumni groups.
Assessment and Reporting: Evaluate the effectiveness of MSSC programs, training, and initiatives, providing data-driven reports on outcomes and impact. Continuously assess and improve the quality of support services and offerings within the center.
Communication and Outreach: Oversee all written and electronic communications within the MSSC, including website content, newsletters, and social media channels. Ensure that communications reflect the MSSC's commitment to diversity, inclusion, and social justice.Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications:Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 6 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 4 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree in Student Development, Student Personnel Administration, Higher Education, Gender Studies, Counseling, or a relevant field preferred.
- Five or more years of experience working with historically underrepresented and excluded students, prioritizing candidates with experience in university multicultural student affairs and student life desired.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong awareness and knowledge of campus issues, demonstrated ability to strategize effective programming, training, student advocacy, and community building.
- Ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff, and community members from diverse backgrounds.
- At least two years of experience supervising professional staff and student employees desired.
- Experience advising student clubs and organizations desired.
- Experience designing and delivering programming and training that advance positive identity development and build leadership skills for students who hold multiple historically underrepresented identities is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to engage students of diverse identities in intercultural learning and dialogue.
- Demonstrated ability to perform job responsibilities collaboratively with colleagues and students across departments and disciplines.
- Experience developing and managing budgets is preferred.
- Knowledge of student leadership and student development theories and their applications in practice.
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills, excellent professional judgment, and the ability to make decisions that align with organizational mission and goals.
- Demonstrated skills and experience in strategic planning and assessment of programs, services, and/or student learning outcomes.
College/School/Department: Diversity and Inclusion
Family Student Affairs
Sub-Family Student Programs
Stream Management
Level Level 2
Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm; as well as some nights and weekends
Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes
Employee Onsite Status On-campus (in person)
Telework: No
Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
Special Instructions to Applicants:
- Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status
- Your resume should include the average weekly hours worked in each position
Posting Number: S012963
Job Open Date: 04/15/2024
Job Close Date:
If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:
Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.
EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.