Director of the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives

University of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous time off

Retirement plan with employer match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

The University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI seeks a dynamic, collaborative leader to direct its Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives. This full-time role drives student-centered programs, supports belonging, and coordinates co-curricular initiatives for a diverse undergraduate community.

As director, you will lead a senior team, manage budgets and partnerships, and advance strategic priorities through impactful events like MSK King Symposium and campus powwows, while aligning with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years managing student-focused academic programs and strategic planning.
• 3+ years leading a team with fiscal management and grants development.
• Expertise in large-scale events and working across diverse communities.
• Commitment to advancing educational equity and opportunity for marginalized students.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of all student programs and signature initiatives.
• Set vision and goals, translate into plans and measurable outcomes.
• Lead a senior team of 10 staff and 60+ student employees.
• Build partnerships with student orgs, faculty, staff, and external partners.
• Oversee budget, staffing, and resource allocation; pursue grants.

Skills

Program management

Staff leadership

Budget management

Event management

Equity and inclusion

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Director of the Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor, MI

Type: Full-Time

Salary: $145,000 - $185,000 per year

Category: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Services

JOB OPENING ID: 280973

MODES OF WORK

Hybrid

REGULAR/TEMPORARY: Regular

ORGANIZATIONAL GROUP: Equity Inclusion Aa

DEPARTMENT: Ofc Acad Multicultural Init

SALARY: $145,000.00 - $185,000.00

Job Summary

The University of Michigan (U-M) seeks a dynamic and collaborative leader with a student-centered and community engagement mindset to lead its Office of Academic Multicultural Initiatives (OAMI). The director of OAMI, reporting to the Vice Provost for Access & Opportunity, plays a critical role in the University's continued efforts to provide an academic and culturally diverse community, promote academic success and belonging, and encourage student engagement in multicultural leadership and education. The Office's focus areas include co-curricular programming for undergraduate students, student support, and management of multicultural events.

OAMI develops and delivers a broad portfolio of programs and initiatives that serve students, the university, and the broader community. Signature university-wide events include the annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium and the annual Dance for Mother Earth Powwow. The unit also provides student-centered programs and services, including SuccessConnects, M-Connect, M-STEP, M-CLIC, First Generation Gateway, support services for undocumented and DACAmented students of all ethnicities and nationalities, Student Academic Multicultural Initiatives, and eight annual student celebrations.

Strategic partnerships across the university are central to OAMI's work, enabling the unit to expand its reach, enhance student support, and maximize institutional and community impact. In addition, OAMI works to coordinate and strengthen students' access to resources and opportunities by collaborating with student organizations, U-M faculty and staff, and external partners, including the State of Michigan.

This role is hybrid, requiring work on-site in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

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Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of OAMI's broad portfolio of student programs and services, annual student celebrations, and signature university-wide initiatives, including the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Symposium and the Dance for Mother Earth Powwow.
• Set OAMI's vision, priorities, and goals, translating them into clear plans, resource decisions, and measurable outcomes.
• Lead and develop a senior team of 10 permanent staff, including associate and assistant directors, plus more than 60 student employees, strengthening team cohesion, accountability, and leadership capacity across the organization.
• Build strategic partnerships with student organizations, faculty and staff, and external partners, including the State of Michigan.
• Use student input, program data, and emerging trends to set priorities, evaluate impact, and improve programs and services.
• Oversee OAMI's budget, staffing, and resource allocation, and partner with University Development to cultivate donors and pursue grants that sustain and expand the office's work.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 8+ years of experience managing student-focused academic programs, including strategic planning, partnership development, and student success components.
• 3+ years of experience leading and managing a team.
• Demonstrated experience in fiscal management, including grants and funding development.
• Expert proficiency in developing, designing, and managing large-scale events.
• Demonstrated proficiency in working across a complex organization and with a wide range of people from a variety of backgrounds and cultures.
• Expertise in contemporary issues affecting student success and a demonstrated commitment to advancing educational equity and opportunity, particularly for historically marginalized students.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, the University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

• Generous time off
• A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
• Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department.

Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory/affirmative action employer.