UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTION

Loyola University Maryland, located in the vibrant city of Baltimore, is a prestigious, selective, comprehensive university with a strong residential liberal-arts-based undergraduate program and professional graduate programs at the master’s and doctoral levels. Founded in 1852, Loyola is one of 27 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States and the first to bear the name of Saint Ignatius Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. Deeply committed to the Ignatian principles upon which it was founded, Loyola focuses on the care and education of the whole person — mind, body, and spirit — and its mission centers on preparing its students to learn, lead, and serve in a diverse and changing world.
The Wall Street Journal ranked Loyola No. 1 among midsized colleges in the South and No. 23 overall in the nation in its 2025 “Best Colleges” list. Loyola was also ranked No. 5 in the nation for career preparation, No. 22 in the nation for student experience, and No. 65 in the nation for impact on graduate salaries. U.S. News & World Report has ranked Loyola among the top 10 universities in the North Region for the past decade. Princeton Review named it one of the nation’s top institutions for undergraduate higher education and one of the best Mid-Atlantic colleges for 2025. It is among Washington Monthly’s top master’s universities nationally and is listed among the “best value” private colleges in Kiplinger’s Personal Finance .
Loyola University Maryland is proud to be recognized among the nation’s top institutions. From national rankings to regional accolades, our commitment to academic excellence, student success, and Jesuit values continues to earn praise from respected organizations and publications.

As a Jesuit Catholic liberal arts institution, Loyola University Maryland is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment where all individuals, regardless of background, have equal access to opportunity and are treated with dignity and respect. This position supports that mission by facilitating campus-wide conversations and initiatives related to equity, and inclusion under the guidance of the Chief Equity and Inclusion Officer (CEIO). The role involves responding to inquiries, assisting with problem-solving, and collaborating with departments across the university to implement inclusive best practices. The position also contributes to institutional assessment by providing research design, data analysis, and interpretation to inform and advance the university’s equity and inclusion goals. This role is grounded in the principle that equity and inclusion benefit the entire campus community. Essential Functions
Schedule and lead initial equity and inclusion training sessions, activities, conversations and meetings for students and others under the supervision of the CEIO. Develop and deliver foundational equity and inclusion presentations and trainings for students and others based on relevant research literature and input from partners. Meet with any undergraduate and graduate students to insure equal opportunity and to assist with problem solving and mentoring on discrimination, diversity, equity, and inclusion matters. Provide referrals to appropriate support and/or processes across the university as appropriate. Perform routine and ad hoc project work, diversity and inclusion activity implementation, and university-wide event planning, meeting deadlines as assigned. Assist the CEIO to collaborate across the offices of student development, academic affairs, enrollment management, human resources, advancement, and other offices to promote equal opportunity, diversity and inclusion educational efforts/activities for students and others. Prepare data reports and analysis. Analyze and interpret data to develop tables, graphs, charts and presentations. Provide progress reports and feedback analysis, and alert supervisor to barriers and significant problems. May supervise student employees. Assists with special projects, as assigned. Draft office materials including web content, social media content, and statements aligned with the University vision, mission and values and inclusive of current diversity, equity and inclusion literature and theory, as required. Oversee, implement, and maintain office website content. Draft routine correspondence and public statements, create spreadsheets, presentations, documents and files. Organize and maintain electronic and other files and records. Proofread documents for accuracy. Collect and prepare meeting materials and information for use in discussions and meetings, etc. Represent the CEIO in internal and external meetings, as assigned. Performs all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.
Physical/Environmental Demands
Office environment/no specific or unusual physical or environmental demands.
Physical/Environmental Example
N/A
Additional Information
Some evenings and weekends may be required. Education Required
Bachelor’s degree
Education Preferred
Master’s degree
Field of Study
Statistics, Sociology, Psychology, or related
Other Professional Licensures
N/A
Work Experience
3 - 5 years
Describe Required Experience
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to work in ways that support the University’s goals for institutional diversity, as well as the goals and values of a Catholic, Jesuit education. Ability to handle multiple complex tasks while maintaining poise and providing first-rate customer service. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products (i.e Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.) and data systems. Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of quantitative and qualitative research methodology, diversity issues in higher education, diversity data collection and analysis. Excellent written and oral communication skills, efficient work habits, strong organizational and leadership skills, and strong attention to detail. Strong multi-tasking and follow-up skills with ability to manage and meet multiple deadlines. Ability to produce accurate work and prioritize effectively. Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion. Demonstrated experience organizing, planning, and coordinating events. Demonstrate affirmation of the University’s mission and commitment to inclusive excellence, diversity and equity.
Successful candidates for any staff, faculty, or administrative position at Loyola University Maryland will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Note: Experience and/or education may be substituted for requirements.