Associate Director, LGBTQ & Allies Commons

Position Title & Department: Associate Director, LGBTQ+ & Allies Commons; Student Affairs

Posting #: 5237

Department Description:
In the Catholic tradition, the Student Affairs Division strives to create an inclusive, educational environment which motivates and supports student learning and personal development, serves the University community, and inspires students to make a positive contribution to society. Our philosophy and approach is to collaboratively work with Academic Affairs and all areas of the University to create an integrated learning environment.

The Student Affairs Division is a dynamic, student centered and learning organization. We are poised to create a vibrant and active co-curricular learning experience for all students. Our emphasis on leadership development and social change allows us to work on developing future ethical leaders to serve in a complex, global and changing world. We are committed to fostering a sense of belonging and continuously building toward a just, welcoming and caring community for all.


University Description:
The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity's urgent challenges.


Detailed Description:
Under the guidance of the Director, Gender Identity Resources and collaborative direction of the Co-Directors, the Associate Director engages the University of San Diego Community in exploring and affirming the unique intersections of each person's identities. The Associate Director is responsible for the on-going development, administration, and coordination of services for students by affirming the dignity of every person and striving to create a culture of respect and inclusivity, with a focus on supporting the LGBTQ+ Community. The Associate Director serves as a liaison and knowledge expert to the campus community regarding issues of inclusive excellence and education; serves as an advocate for underrepresented and underserved groups with an emphasis on the LGBTQ+ Community; and works to create an inclusive campus environment where all students feel welcomed. Periodically, this position may be asked to lead or contribute to either ad hoc or ongoing division/campus projects outside the scope of their day-to-day activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administration

• Provide leadership, day-to-day direction, and long-range planning in the administrative oversight of the LGBTQ+ & Allies Commons.
• Ensure the LGBTQ+ & Allies Commons functions as a welcoming and safe space to retain and support LGBTQ+ students.
• Manage programming budget for LGBTQ+ & Allies Commons.
• Assists the Co-Directors with the day-to-day operations of the Commons.
• Develop and sustain collaborative partnerships with campus units to achieve the Commons' purpose and goals and promotes the Commons' services, programs, and resources.
• Serve as a liaison between the Commons and various on-campus departments.
• Participate on relevant on-campus meetings and committees to enhance inclusive excellence and education efforts.
• Conduct constituency needs assessments, formulates recommendations, and implements new programs and services in alignment with Division of Student Affairs' Thriving Students Model to increase sense of belonging for LGBTQ+ students.
• Supports recruitment and retention efforts of LGBTQ students and other marginalized groups identified as 'at risk.'
• Assist in the strategic planning processes of the Commons and subsequent implementation and evaluation.
• Attend joint meetings and retreats.
• Contribute to or lead additional division/campus projects outside of typical duties to help further accomplish student or organizational goals. Additional assignments may be seasonal, ad hoc or ongoing, depending on the project.

Identity Development

• Develop, implement, coordinate, and evaluate programs and initiatives that educate the campus community around issues of inclusive excellence and education with an emphasis on gender and sexual identities, ensuring alignment with the Division's Thriving Students Model.
• Oversee the Rainbow Educator and Safe Space Allies Programs, including facilitator recruitment, training, and professional development. Develop intentional program content supporting both identity specific and intersectional options. Evaluate programs for effectiveness and alignment with learning outcomes.
• Create opportunities for students to connect, become involved on and off campus, and develop tangible skills for students to thrive at USD.
• Support inclusive excellence and education programming for student leader training as well as fall and spring orientations.

Advisement and Supervision

• May supervise up to one graduate assistant and 3-5 student workers.
• Advise students on academic, and personal needs.
• Work collaboratively with the campus constituents focused on student success and retention to collaboratively advise students.
• Provide shared oversight with the other Commons staff for integrated and intentional leadership and identity development across The Commons including training and development of graduate assistants and student staff/interns/coordinators.
• Oversee the Rainbow Educator Advisory Team and Undergraduate Rainbow Educator Leadership Team and continually develops and shapes the vision for the future.
• Attend events hosted by The Commons, including nights and weekends.
• Provide support and leadership development to student organizations and leaders affiliated with The Commons.

Other

• Assumes responsibility for the Commons in absence of the Co-Directors.
• Serves on committees and performs other related duties, as required.
• Contribute to or lead additional division/campus projects outside of typical duties to help further accomplish student or organizational goals. Additional assignments may be seasonal, ad hoc or ongoing, depending on the project.

Special Conditions of Employment:

• Must be able to work flexible hours including weekends and evenings as needed.

Background check: Successful completion of a pre-employment background check.

Degree Verification Requirement: Persons offered employment in this position will be required to provide official education transcripts for degree verification purposes.


Job Requirements:
Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's degree required.
• Two years of professional experience in Student Affairs or DEI work which may include
  graduate experience (e.g., assistantship/internship/practicum).
• A Bachelor's degree and one additional year of directly related professional work
  experience may substitute for Master's degree.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DEI work and experience working effectively with diverse
  populations, with a particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ population.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in student affairs administration or related area (e.g., Counseling, Student Development, Gender Equity, Higher Education)
• Two years professional experience in Student Affairs or DEI work with a particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ population through an anti-racist lens.
• Demonstrated knowledge of DEI work and experience working effectively with diverse
  populations, with a particular emphasis on the LGBTQ+ population.
• Experience related to supervision and advising of peer educators, undergraduate/graduate student employees, or professional staff.

Posting Salary:
$5,720 - 6,250 per month; Excellent Benefits

The University of San Diego offers a very competitive benefits package including; medical, dental, vision, a retirement contribution given to you by the University, and access to on-campus Fitness Centers. Please visit the benefits section of our website to view all of the perks and benefits that USD has to offer. USD: Human Resources: Benefits

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.


Special Application Instructions:
Resume and Cover Letter Required - Priority will be given to applications received by May 16, 2025 Click the 'Apply Now' button to complete our online application. In addition, please upload a cover letter and resume to your application profile for the hiring managers' review. If you have any questions or difficulties please contact the Employment Services Team at jobs@sandiego.edu.

Additional Details:
Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Closing date: Open until filled

Note: External job postings will be up for at least three days. After that time, applications will be reviewed by the hiring manager/committee throughout the posting period. A candidate may be selected at any time which could then close this posting on a date earlier than listed.

The University of San Diego is a smoking and tobacco-free campus. For more information, visit www.sandiego.edu/smokefree.


Advertised: May 01, 2025
Applications close: Open until filled

To apply, visit https://jobs.sandiego.edu/cw/en-us/job/497011/associate-director-lgbtq-allies-commons





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