Director, Undergraduate Equity & Belonging

Penn State Lady Lions; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 66,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Penn State is seeking a Director of Undergraduate Equity Programs within the Eberly College of Science to advance equity and belonging for undergraduates. The role reports to the Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion and leads initiatives that foster an inclusive environment across student activities.

The position involves designing programs, facilitating forums, delivering trainings, managing budgets, and collaborating with campus partners to embed equity into student-facing services.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree and 6+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
• Required Certifications: None

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and assess programs that support identity development, belonging, and cultural celebration
• Serve as a visible and accessible resource for students seeking support around issues of equity and inclusion
• Participate in the creation of the strategic vision related to equity and belonging efforts for the assigned area
• Facilitate student forums, focus groups, and listening sessions to ensure student voices inform college practices
• Provide education through presentations, workshops, and trainings
• Support signature events such as heritage month celebrations, first-generation student support programs, and intergroup dialogues
• Advocate for policies and practices that remove barriers to student success and promote a sense of belonging across all student populations
• Partner with student affairs, academic departments, and other campus units to embed equity and inclusion into student-facing programs and services
• Collect data to assess the success of programs and initiatives; prepare and provide reports to leadership
• Meet with students related to equity and belonging concerns and issues; participate in the creation of a remedial action plan
• Educate students about avenues and resources for reporting concerns
• Administer the budget for assigned area; allocate resources appropriately
• Maintain industry awareness; update leadership on best practices to create a more inclusive environment

Education

Master’s Degree

Job description

Penn State is seeking a Director of Undergraduate Equity Programs within the Eberly College of Science to advance equity and belonging for undergraduates. The role reports to the Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion and leads initiatives that foster an inclusive environment across student activities.

The position involves designing programs, facilitating forums, delivering trainings, managing budgets, and collaborating with campus partners to embed equity into student-facing services.