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Job Title:
Associate Dean & Director of the Center for Inclusive Communities **PLEASE NOTE SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS FOR THIS POSITION ONLY**

Job Family:
Professionals

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Full time

Compensation Grade:
8S

Pay Type:
Salary

Department:
VP Student Life

Job Summary:
Reporting to the Vice President of Student Life, the Associate Dean and Director of the Center for Inclusive Communities (CIC) leads and supports a dynamic team in designing, implementing, and assessing programming and support services that foster the holistic success and sense of belonging for historically underrepresented students. The Center for Inclusive Communities (CIC) enhances student flourishing by supporting the immediate and long-term success of Furman's historically underrepresented students, partnering to develop global leaders by engaging students to consider critically issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, and growing co-curricular community engagement as a means for strengthening the student experience.

Job Description:

The associate dean and director leads the Center for Inclusive Communities to holistically advise and assist underrepresented and international students with their academic, cultural, and social transition to Furman. The associate dean and director collaborates with a variety of campus stakeholders to further strategic initiatives related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The associate dean and director also engages Furman students, faculty, and staff on equity and justice topics to foster meaningful dialogue and developmental opportunities to strengthen a sense of belonging at Furman.

The associate dean and director will provide leadership and strategic oversight for two assistant directors to deliver international student support, experiential learning opportunities, workshop development, student organization advisement, and campus programming. This position works alongside the Student Involvement & Inclusion (OSII) team on initiatives related to diversity and inclusion, new student orientation, programming, student center operations, and student organizations. In so doing, the associate dean and director supports the vision, mission, and values of Furman University and the OSII to create a vibrant campus in which students enjoy a broad experience within a close-knit community.

QUALIFICATIONS

A master's degree in student affairs, higher education administration, counseling, or related field, and five years of professional experience with progressive responsibility and management in a higher education setting are required. Candidates must demonstrate an understanding of student development, identity development theories, social justice frameworks, and practical applications. Excellent organizational skills, strong communication skills, ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, customer-service orientation, and ability to interact with a diverse population and maintain a positive attitude in a time of crisis are essential. Ideal candidates will understand the importance of student learning outcomes and assessment.

Preferred qualifications include: experience developing and providing strategic oversight of DEI programs and working with and advising students of diverse populations; demonstrated ability to supports students and scholars from abroad to achieve their academic goals and enrich the campus community with opportunities for growth through cross-cultural interaction.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS

Review of applications will begin April 13, 2022, and continue until filled. To apply for this position, please click here to visit the Spelman Johnson website and complete the brief application process, and upload your resume and position-specific cover letter. Email nominations for this position to Kara Kravetz Cupoli at kkc@spelmanjohnson.com. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact Spelman Johnson at 413-529-2895 or email info@spelmanjohnson.com.

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