Center Director for the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center

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We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
The anticipated starting salary will be $62,000-$65,000.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.
We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.
This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities.
If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.
).
Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details.
If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.
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Position Details Position Information Department Diversity/Cultural Engag (MSE) Position Title Coordinator-InterCultural Prog Job Title Center Director for the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Job Summary The Diversity & Cultural Engagement Center is seeking a Center Director for the Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center.
This is a full-time (1.
0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
Diversity & Cultural Engagement Diversity & Cultural Engagement (DCE) is a unit within Student Experiences & Engagement under the Division of Student Affairs and is made up of the following cultural resource centers and initiatives: Asian & Pacific Cultural Center, Lonnie B.
Harris Black Cultural Center, Centro Cultural César Chávez, Ettihad Cultural Center, Kaku-Ixt Mana Ina Haws, Pride Center, Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center, SOL: LGBTQ+ Multicultural Support Network, AYA: Women of Color initiative, and Masculinity Explorations.
Our centers and initiatives are hubs of identity-affirming community and belonging for students Oregon State University (OSU).
DCE Mission: Diversity & Cultural Engagement is a hub for students to co-design equity-centered opportunities to engage in identity development and explorations, to elevate their sense of mattering, and to advocate for community(ies) needs.
DCE Vision: We envision a campus where possibilities are transformed into realities, where curiosities have no end, and where we are the designers of our future.
DCE Goals: Students will experience a sense of interdependence within and across communities.
Students will co-design spaces and programs for generative curiosities and inquiries.
Students will learn and develop wayfinding skills towards being future ready.
Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center The Hattie Redmond Women & Gender Center (originally the Women’s Center) was created in 1972 at the same time as the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program (originally Women’s Studies) at Oregon State University in response to the deliberate discrimination of women on campus.
This history informs the Center’s strong connection with the current WGSS program and influences its commitment to social justice activism using anti-racist feminist theories as the foundation for working to advance equity and belonging on campus and in society.
The HRWGC is home to two programmatic initiatives: AYA Women of Color Initiative and Masculinity Explorations.
The center and its initiatives advocate for women and gender equity and provide programs and services connected to the areas of academic success, community and sense of belonging, identity development, well-being, social justice, and leadership.
HRWGC Mission: Informed by feminist theories and lessons, we are committed to creating spaces of community, supporting advocacy, and developing student leaders who actively contribute to building feminist futures.
HRWGC Values: Community & Belonging – Creating welcoming spaces and inviting programming.
Advocacy – Supporting students, organizers, and activists.
Growth – Fostering environments of learning and identity development.
HRWGC Guiding Frameworks: Women of Color Feminisms Trauma-Informed and Survivor-Centered Position Summary: Reporting the Director of Diversity & Cultural Engagement (DCE), the HRWGC Center Director serves as the sole professional staff in the center and provides guidance and leadership for day-to-day operations and the center’s growth and future.
Responsibilities include strategic planning, daily operations, facility and budget management, student staff supervision and mentoring, program planning and implementation, community building, and increasing the practices that lead to higher levels of student persistence, completion, and advancement, to enhance student success.
The Center Director leads innovative efforts to provide an integrated approach to identify, implement, and evaluate programs and practices related to existing and emergent community needs.
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Key Responsibilities 30% Student Engagement and Retention Cultivates and nurtures a welcoming and engaging center and programs.
Creates a sense of community and belonging among a diverse feminist community, working across multiple intersecting dimensions of difference such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and ability.
Manages multiple, complex, and concurrent projects and initiatives.
Facilitates opportunities for identity, leadership, and professional development.
Reflects an intersectional and multiple identity lens (e.
g.
inclusive of LGBTQ+, Multiracial/ethnic/tribal, class, race, gender, ability, and diasporic identities) in philosophy, programming and in practice.
Addresses ad-hoc crisis management situations (e.
g.
referral, resources, and convenings).
Provides guidance and works in collaboration with affinity student organizations on programs and events.
Builds connections and support for students to better engage with the OSU community and to learn about resources that can enhance their academic experiences and overall well-being.
30% Supervision & Mentorship Serves as a supervisor, role model, and mentor for students, guiding them in understanding university policies, procedures, and protocols, and fostering effective and efficient stewardship of funds, while enhancing student success and belonging among student staff and center participants.
Supervises, evaluates, and provides programmatic and developmental support for approximately 10 HRWGC student staff.
Assists with the hiring, training, and professional development of student staff within the center and Diversity & Cultural Engagement.
Provides referrals to campus and community resources as needed.
25% Administrative Leadership and Resource Management Leads the HRWGCs efforts and initiatives to create tools, promote programs, and increase collaboration and outreach with other student affairs departments, academic colleges, and stakeholders at Oregon State University.
Provides historical context, continuity, and knowledge to support programs that enhance cultural awareness and social justice on campus and in the surrounding community.
Serves as the building manager of the HRWGC including the coordination of center reservations and the implementation of risk management assessments and leads all safety, emergency, and evacuation protocols in alignment with university policies.
Plan, coordinate and implement assessment, evaluation, and strategic planning efforts of the HRWGC.
Works interdependently as a member of the DCE team to support the services and functions of the CRCs and fulfill DCE’s mission.
Serves on DCE standing committee(s) and ad-hoc work groups.
Provides leadership and is responsible for the full oversight of programs, events, and initiatives planned by the HRWGC.
Provides accurate information to students and manages business transactions like contract services and procurement through BennyBuy, utilizing knowledge of campus resources and HR policies.
10% Community Engagement and Outreach Supports initiatives and programs related to OSU student outreach and recruitment in coordination with campus partners, including academic units such Women, Gender & Sexuality Studies, Ethnic Studies, etc.
Develop mutually beneficial relationships and opportunities for collaboration with other advising/student support programs, departmental partners, and faculty to better serve students.
Collaborates with key campus partners including, but not limited to, the Center for Advocacy Prevention and Education (CAPE), President’s Commission on the Status of Women (PCOSW), Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS), the Family Resource Center and the Basic Needs Center.
Facilitates the HRWGC Feminist Advisory Network (FAN) In consultation with the DCE Director, researches, pursues, and manages philanthropic efforts related to the HRWGC mission and goals for student engagement and retention.
5% Service & Other Duties as Assigned by Supervisor Serves on organizational, divisional, and university-wide committees and workgroups.
Pursues professional development opportunities to enhance skills relevant to the position responsibilities.
Attends to and completes projects and tasks assigned by the Director of DCE and DCE Admin Team.
What You Will Need Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.
g.
, Women’s Studies, Gender Studies, Social Sciences).
2 or more years of experience in higher education setting with a focus on a combination of the following: academic counseling, student leadership development, student retention strategies, student programming or developing diversity/social justice focused educational programs.
Demonstrated experience with mentoring, advising, and/or supervision of students.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, with a strong understanding of feminist frameworks, identity development theories, and effective student success strategies.
Proven experience in working with diverse feminist communities, considering intersecting dimensions of difference such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, and ability.
Demonstrated experience with managing multiple and complex projects.
Demonstrated ability to effectively manage complex situations (e.
g.
crisis management, care work, and bias-related incidents).
Demonstrated experience working in collaboration with a broad range of campus and community stakeholders.
Demonstrated experience implementing strong written and oral communication skills.
Demonstrated experience with budget management.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq.
Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
When they have the driving Check mark.
What We Would Like You to Have Master’s degree in a relevant field (Higher Education Administration, Women, Gender, & Sexuality Studies, Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, Counseling).
4 or more years of experience working with and supporting students in a higher education setting OR related professional experience working with gender-equity based organizations.
Demonstrated experience facilitating dialogue, especially across different identities and lived experiences.
Demonstrated experience working with student organizations.
Knowledge of assessment and program evaluation strategies Working Conditions / Work Schedule Work environment is in a cultural resource center setting Frequent contact and work with a variety of faculty, staff and students Regular handling of confidential information Work schedule may include occasional evening and weekend commitments and meetings Position includes occasional out-of-state travel to attend meetings and conferences Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range $51,072- $86,904 Link to Position Description https://jobs.
oregonstate.
edu/position_descriptions/147925 Posting Detail Information Posting Number P07625UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/01/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 12/20/2023 Full Consideration Date Closing Date 01/17/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents: 1) A resume/CV; and 2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact: Rhonda Head Rhonda.
head@oregonstate.
edu 541-737-6339 OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do.
We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.
The anticipated starting salary will be $62,000-$65,000.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring.
We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system.
This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities.
If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.
).
Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate.
Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details.
If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.
relations@oregonstate.
edu.
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