Top Diversity Executive plans and directs all aspects of an organization's diversity programs. Involved in recruiting, retaining, and training a talented, diverse workforce. Being a Top Diversity Executive studies, develops, and implements training programs to educate employees and offers support and knowledge. Stays abreast of changes in regulatory and market conditions that may affect the organization's diversity programs. Additionally, Top Diversity Executive makes any necessary changes or adjustments to ensure compliance and sensitivity to the needs of all employees. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to top management. The Top Diversity Executive manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. To be a Top Diversity Executive typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly) is a nationally ranked, four-year, comprehensive public university located in San Luis Obispo, California. The emphasis of the University is a "Learn by Doing" educational experience for its more than 20,000 students. The primarily undergraduate student body is attracted to the University's commitment to small class sizes, hands-on learning, and an emphasis on student success.
The College of Liberal Arts (CLA) consists of 17 academic departments and programs, and approximately 350 faculty, 70 staff, and 3,400 students in 18 undergraduate majors and 4 graduate programs. The CLA includes disciplines that represent four broad areas of knowledge: the fine and performing arts, communications, the humanities, and the social sciences. In addition to offering courses for its own majors, CLA offers a significant proportion of courses in general education, as well as courses that support minors and serve as electives for all majors throughout the university. Further, the CLA plays a significant role in providing activities that enhance the cultural and intellectual environment of the campus, including exhibits and performances offered by our academic departments (e.g., Art, Music, Theatre & Dance) and Cal Poly Arts, cultural programs and lecture series offered by all of our departments, and co-curricular programs such as KCPR Radio, Mustang Daily, and Model UN.
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, the Associate Dean for Diversity and Curriculum is a key member of the Dean's leadership/management team, working with the Dean, the Associate Dean for Student Success, the Associate Dean for Operations, department chairs, and the Director of Advancement to develop and implement the vision and goals of the college. The Associate Dean for Diversity and Curriculum also interfaces with senior management in the divisions of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, the Office of Diversity and Inclusion, and other offices as appropriate. The new Associate Dean for Diversity and Curriculum will play a key role in supporting the college leadership in leading, creating, and enhancing initiatives, policies, and practices related to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Additionally, the Associate Dean for Diversity and Curriculum is responsible for the college’s Diversity Action Plan and leads the CLA Faculty and Student Diversity Committees. Other duties include managing the Curriculum process at the college level, including course and program approval, and leading the college in assessment planning in accordance with university accreditation competencies.
Under the direction of the Dean, the Associate Dean for Diversity and Curriculum assumes general responsibilities that include: providing vision, leadership and coordination of the CLA Multicultural Scholars Program and Underrepresented Student Network; managing the Access, Community, and Equity (ACE) program; working collaboratively with the CLA chairs to achieve continuous improvement in the multiple dimensions of DEI; assisting with personnel and student matters related to DEI; developing and maintaining collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and students to support the College’s mission and goals; conducting faculty and staff evaluations, as appropriate; staying in close contact with the Office of University Diversity and Inclusion to provide information to the college; representing the college on various university committees as assigned by the Dean; representing the Dean at functions when Dean is absent, as requested; and carrying out all additional responsibilities as assigned by the Dean as appropriate to the position.
Salary Range: $145,000 - $165,000
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ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - Daily 90%
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
Curriculum
OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS - As Needed 10%
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