Diversity Statement:

Southern Oregon University is a welcoming community committed to inclusive excellence and the celebration of diversity. Without diversity, our educational process is diminished. Working together in support of our commitment to diversity, we strengthen and enrich our role as learners, educators and members of a tightly connected global community. We encourage those who share in our commitment to diversity, to join our community and we expect all our employees to demonstrate an ability and desire to create an inclusive campus community.

Department: Student Life

Salary/Rate: $56,164 (@ 1.0FTE) This position will be subject to a 20% furlough ($44,913 @ 20% furough)

FTE: 1.0

Position Summary:

Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Student Life for Equity and Access and working collaboratively with Student Life and campus partners, the Equity Coordinator for Veterans and Military Family Members plans and administers program objectives and strategies aligned with the Social Justice and Equity Center (SJEC). The Equity Coordinator for Veterans and Military Family Members, operating with equity and racial justice lenses, initiates and engages in efforts to promote equity and diversity at the University. The Coordinator researches retention issues and develops programs and initiatives to ensure the success of our students of color, historically underrepresented, minoritized, and under-resourced student populations (inclusive of all forms and intersections of identity, such as race, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, national origin, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, ability, age, size, socio-economic status, Veteran status, etc.).

Responsibilities:
Provides oversight and coordination of the day-to-day operation of the Social Justice and Equity Center. Coordinates the delivery of information and assistance to students seeking support.
Oversees the work of student staff members and volunteers. Hires and trains student staff to support programs, mentorship, tutoring, and other activities that promote learning and student development. Participates in performance evaluations and corrective action for staff. Processes personnel paperwork for assigned employees.
Works with student leaders to design and implement programs, special events, and services that support student success and development. Advises student leaders on program planning methods and processes. Assists students with problem solving a variety of complex issues during all phases of an event. Teaches students organizing skills and mentors them throughout the year.
Develops and delivers leadership development workshops and seminars for program participants and currently enrolled students.
Provides leadership and coordination of educational programs/campus signature events and services in assigned areas of responsibility.
Serves as a liaison in providing information on available resources and services. Participates in a variety of meetings, committees, or other related groups to communicate information regarding services, programs, areas of opportunity and other pertinent information related to equity.
Collaborates with campus Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee in planning and implementing policies, practices, and projects regarding hiring, campus climate, research and assessment, and campus-wide events.

Prepares, reviews, and analyzes complex information and data and develops recommendations based on findings to further education equity and access.
Attends professional conferences and training sessions to remain current on equity-related practices.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Classification Qualifications: