Director, Center for Intercultural Relations

at  California State University

Job no: 542095
Work type: Management (MPP)
Location: San Diego
Categories: MPP, At-Will, Full Time, Student Services, On-site (work in-person at business location)

JOIN OUR TEAM AS THE DIRECTOR OF THE BLACK RESOURCE CENTER!

Are you passionate about fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for students from diverse backgrounds? San Diego State University is seeking a dynamic and visionary leader to join our team as the Director of the Center for Intercultural Relations (CIR).

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

The mission of SDSU’s Community Centers is to support student success through a framework that addresses equity, justice, and inclusion. Centers facilitate the learning and growth of traditionally underserved students through programs and events that educate the campus; facilitation of intergroup dialogues to address pressing issues; and advocacy with campus stakeholders to create an institutional climate that supports the students served by the Centers.
Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity

The Division facilitates the academic and career success, personal growth and well-being of all students, and works proactively to address systemic inequities through professional learning, community building, advocacy, policy recommendations and organizational structures. We aim to foster an affirming campus culture based on the core values of excellence, equity, diversity, belonging and inclusion through:

• Recruiting and retaining faculty and staff who are reflective of the diverse student body and communities served by SDSU, and recruiting students who are representative of the rich diversity of the region and the world;
• Fostering an environment that is welcoming, affirming, and empowering for students, faculty, staff and alumni of all backgrounds;
• Enhancing the career and educational pathways of a diverse student body, the faculty and staff, including enhancing the learning environment and expanding learning opportunities for all students inside and outside the classroom, and expanding and connecting opportunities for students to participate in transformational experiences;
• Developing leaders who believe in and lead others toward supporting civility, mutual respect and diversity in our society and workplaces; and
• Cultivating relationships with the local community that advance the well-being of diverse individuals and communities.

Position upholds the Student Affairs and Campus Diversity Statement on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, specifically:
“The Division of Student Affairs and Campus Diversity acknowledges and honors the inherent value and dignity of all individuals by creating and nurturing a learning and working environment that affirms and leverages our community’s diversity of traditions, heritages, perspectives, and experiences. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusive excellence designed to facilitate the personal and professional success, growth, development, and well-being of all members of our community. We manifest this commitment through our innovative, strategic and collaborative efforts to develop leaders who believe in and lead others toward practicing civility, mutual respect, and inclusion in our workplaces and society.”
For more information regarding the Center for Intercultural Relations, click here.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, or a related field; or the equivalent combination of education and experience
• 4 years of progressively responsible professional experience providing student services
• 4 years of experience promoting diversity and inclusion in higher education or a similarly complex organization
• Experience managing staff and/or student teams

KEY QUALIFICATIONS

• Considerable knowledge of student and leadership development theory, identity development models, group and individual behavior principles, and implications for practice.
• Documented experience developing and coordinating programs and events.
• Knowledge, sensitivity, and understanding of the social, political, personal, and cross-cultural needs of diverse students.
• Ability to collaborate and work with other units regarding issues of diversity and community.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with key senior management, faculty, and administrators regarding issues that impact students.
• Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, and excellent judgment in responding to conversional, sensitive, and/or emotional issues and situations.
• Competency in cross-cultural communication.
• Experience participating in and leading movement(s) to create meaningful systemic change.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
• Willingness to work irregular hours, including evenings and weekends, with advance notice.

• Leadership & Planning: Collaborate with the Assistant Vice President for Community and Belonging to provide strategic leadership and long-term planning for the CIR.
• Innovative Program Development: Lead efforts to create, implement, and evaluate programs aimed at enhancing outreach, retention, academic success, and leadership development for minoritized students.
• Strategic Vision: Shape the role of the CIR in supporting SDSU’s academic and public service mission through creative leadership and strategic planning.
• Collaboration: Work closely with the Division of Student Affairs, Division of Academic Affairs, Division of Diversity and Innovation, students, staff, and community partners to deliver impactful training, programs, and services.
• Multicultural Initiatives: Manage SDSU’s multicultural efforts, including multiracial and multiethnic initiatives, the Multicultural Learning Community, and support for other minoritized student groups.