Associate Director Diversity, Equity & Inclusion/Human Resources

Southern Arkansas University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph’s Preparatory School is seeking an Associate Director of DEI & HR to advance belonging, inclusion, and employee experience across the community.

This 12‑month role supports DEI programming and HR initiatives, coordinating events, communications, and partnerships with student groups and faculty. The position emphasizes equity-centered work, data-informed program design, and collaboration with the VP of DEI and HR leadership to strengthen culture and operations within a Jesuit education

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required; Master's degree preferred.
• SHRM CP Certification preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience delivering and facilitating DEI and HR programs.
• Experience in needs assessments and design of DEI/HR programming.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and communicate programs that advance equity, inclusion, and companionship for students, faculty, staff, and families.
• Support DEI initiatives including workshops, cultural heritage celebrations, ambassador programs, and retreats.
• Maintain the DEI calendar and coordinate event logistics.
• Collect, track, and analyze data on participation and feedback for DEI initiatives.
• Coordinate onboarding processes and maintain employee records within HR systems.

Skills

Decision making

Vision & purpose

Planning & measurement

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

SHRM CP Certification

Job description

Associate Director Diversity, Equity & Inclusion/Human Resources

POSITION TITLE: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, DEI/HR

DEPARTMENT: DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION/HUMAN RESOURCES

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: VP, DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION/ DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES

ORGANIZATIONAL SUMMARY:

St. Joseph’s Preparatory School is committed to building a culturally diverse educational environment. Our hope is that our students, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or disability, see themselves in who we hire and value. We stay true to our Jesuit mission and the city of Philadelphia by fostering a community where no one is on the margins and everyone knows they are loved, guided, and never alone.

St. Joseph’s Preparatory is a Catholic, Jesuit, independent four-year college preparatory school located on the northern edge of center city Philadelphia. Founded in 1851, this highly selective school serves nearly 1,000 young men. Our goal is to help our students become men for and with others. The Prep develops men of intellectual distinction, faith and integrity who are loving, open to growth, and committed to social justice and community service.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Associate Director of DEI & HR supports the Vice President of DEI in advancing initiatives that foster belonging, inclusion, and care across the St. Joseph’s Prep community. In addition, this position supports Human Resources in the deployment of all HR disciplines and with HR goals and projects geared to strengthening the employee experience and organizational culture.

This student facing role assists in leading DEI programming, communication, and community engagement while also adding new year-round administrative and HR support responsibilities. As a 12‑month position, the Associate Director will sustain the momentum of mission-driven initiatives throughout the full academic and summer cycle, ensuring consistency in both DEI and HR operations.

This dual‑role position embodies the Jesuit value of cura personalis, care for the whole person, by bridging equity-centered work with the daily practices that shape a supportive and inclusive workplace.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

EQUITY & COMPANIONSHIP

Program Support and Coordination

• Plan, coordinate, and communicate programs that advance equity, inclusion, and companionship for students, faculty, staff, and families.
• Support student and faculty DEI initiatives, including professional development workshops, cultural heritage celebrations, ambassador programs, and retreats.
• Maintain the DEI calendar; coordinate logistics for events and advisory programming.
• Collect, track, and analyze data on participation and feedback for DEI initiatives to inform continuous improvement.

Communication and Resource Development

• Create flyers, digital slides, and social media content to promote events and initiatives.
• Drive the communication updates that highlight ongoing DEI work.
• Maintain organized records of events, resources, and community partnerships.

Community Engagement

• Serve as a point of contact for student affinity groups, alumni/parent networks, and faculty committees focused on belonging and inclusion.
• Support the Vice President, DEI and Director of HR in preparing presentations, reports, and communications for internal and external stakeholders.

HUMAN RESOURCES

Employee Experience & Onboarding

• Coordinate onboarding processes for new employees, including scheduling orientations and preparing welcome materials.
• Maintain employee records and update HR databases.
• Support initiatives that promote staff well-being, recognition, and belonging.

HR Operations

• Assist in organizing compliance documentation, background checks, and benefits administration support.
• Prepare reports or documentation for internal HR processes.
• Provide general administrative support such as scheduling, correspondence, and maintaining confidentiality.
• Assist with transition of new systems

Culture & Employee Engagement

• Collaborate on HR-led community-building events (e.g., wellness, celebrations).
• Partner with DEI to ensure HR policies and staff culture align with Jesuit values of respect, care, and inclusion.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Bachelor's degree in related field required, Master's degree preferred
• SHRM CP Certification preferred
• Minimum of 3-5 years’ experience in delivering and facilitating programmatic offerings in DEI and HR
• Experience in needs assessments and design of programming that support DEI and HR

DESIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Decision‑making ability
• Managing vision and purpose
• Planning, managing and measuring
• Relationship building

Qualified applicants should submit a pdf version of their resume with a brief cover letter including three references to: Office of Human Resources at: [e-mail].