Director of Inclusion and Community Relations

Alliant International University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental

Vision

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employee Tuition Waiver

Job summary

A higher education institution in California seeks a Director of Inclusion and Community Relations to lead initiatives fostering an inclusive environment. The role requires developing a strategic plan, assessing engagement, and collaborating for student recruitment. Candidates need five years of experience in higher education and a Master's degree. The position offers a salary range of $108,000 - $115,000 along with various benefits.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in higher education, preferably in training or management.
• Ability to lead cross-disciplinary, multiethnic initiatives.
• Experience with community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic plan for the department.
• Evaluate inclusion and engagement through assessments.
• Collaborate with marketing and admissions to enhance recruitment.

Skills

Leadership in inclusion initiatives

Data-driven insights

Organizational skills

Project management

Interpersonal communication

Education

Master’s degree in relevant field

Doctoral degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Director of Inclusion and Community Relations at Alliant International University provides leadership and support to the University’s internal and external community initiatives. The Director will develop a vision and strategy that champions an inclusive college environment where all Alliant community members feel welcome, and will engage faculty, staff, and students to foster a welcoming and inclusive culture.

The Director will assess barriers and develop strategies focused on recruiting and retaining a skilled workforce and thriving student body. The role includes designing training on cultural competency, gender differences, disability, sexual harassment, and other topics to increase awareness and support of the Alliant values, and maintaining compliance with applicable laws.

The Director will work across academic, operational, and administrative areas to implement the University’s objectives and multicultural/international competencies, developing the framework, relationships, procedures, and deliverables that constitute the inclusive plan of the University. The position aligns the plan with the Alliant mission, vision, values, goals, and brand and ensures compliance with federal policies and laws.

The Director will lead Alliant’s IMPACT values integration across the University and support Public Benefit certification and status as part of the brand.

Primary Work Location, Hours & Travel: standard office hours with occasional evenings and weekends; some travel to Alliant campuses and off-campus events.

Responsibilities

• Independently develop and execute the department, and University Strategic plan that aligns with Alliant IMPACT values, mission, vision, and goals; lead IMPACT values engagement across the University.
• Conduct regular assessments to evaluate inclusion and engagement and advocate for a more just and inclusive environment using community-engaged approaches.
• Collaborate with marketing and admissions to lead high-level student recruitment and help grow the student body.
• Plan, implement, oversee, support, and evaluate community engagement efforts and partnerships.
• Co-lead with the Provost and VP of Student Affairs to improve student learning outcomes, retention, completion, and licensure pass rates across all student groups.
• Work with University Career Services to establish professional pathways for Alliant students.
• Lead Alliant’s Public Benefit initiatives and B Corp status in collaboration with the Office of People and Culture.
• Drive measurable social impact programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university or equivalent combination of education and relevant higher education/diversity experience; doctoral degree preferred.
• Experience: Five years of work in higher education, preferably in training, management, or multidisciplinary/multiethnic consultation.
• Skills: Demonstrated success leading inclusion initiatives, data-driven insights, strong organizational and project management skills, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and excellent interpersonal communication.
• Ability to work with diverse student, faculty, and community populations; ability to collaborate in a team-oriented environment; adaptability to organizational complexity and ambiguity; commitment to higher education and the University mission.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting Salary: $108,000 to $115,000 annualized (exempt position).

Alliant-provided pay range: $108,000.00/yr - $115,000.00/yr. Benefits include: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts, Voluntary Life and AD&D, Voluntary Benefit Plans (Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity), Legal Plan, Transportation Spending Account, and Employee Tuition Waiver.

Other

Notes: The Director will ensure compliance with federal policies, orders, statutes, and laws and will maintain alignment with Alliant IMPACT values in all activities.