Director of Belonging & Multicultural Affairs

St. John Fisher University; Town of Pittsford (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

St. John Fisher University seeks a Director of Multicultural Affairs to support student success and belonging. The role provides strategic leadership for the Office of Multicultural Affairs and partners across campus to foster a welcoming community focused on inclusion, advocacy, and education.

The director will lead programs, collaborate with faculty and staff, and advance institutional priorities related to student success and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in student affairs, counseling, higher education administration, or other discipline, or a terminal degree in a relevant field.
• Three to five years of progressive relevant experience in a collegiate setting in multicultural affairs, student life, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with persons from a variety of backgrounds and perspectives.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusion and belonging.
• Experience in advising and programming.
• Experience with budget management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted resource, mentor, and advocate for students seeking connection, guidance and access to campus resources.
• Develop supportive relationships with students and student leaders to promote engagement, belonging and success.
• Maintain a visible and accessible presence for students interested in exploring identity, culture, and belonging.
• Collaborate with the Offices of Student Conduct and Safety & Security to enhance education related to preventing and responding to bias related incidents, in compliance with NYS 129A law.
• Facilitate resolutions under the University Non-Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.
• Provide appropriate referrals for academic, personal, and professional support.

Skills

Mentorship

Interpersonal

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Master’s degree or terminal degree in a relevant field

Job description

St. John Fisher University seeks a Director of Multicultural Affairs to support student success and belonging. The role provides strategic leadership for the Office of Multicultural Affairs and partners across campus to foster a welcoming community focused on inclusion, advocacy, and education.

The director will lead programs, collaborate with faculty and staff, and advance institutional priorities related to student success and community engagement.