Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Rhode Island College - Military Veterans
at HERC - New England
Rhode Island College invited applicants for the position of Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This is a full-time, calendar year, continuing position.
The Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at Rhode Island College will join the team during an exciting time at the College and will have the chance to provide transformational leadership for the Office of DEI and for the wider campus. The College is experiencing new energy and momentum, fueled by a dynamic new President, a fresh leadership team, and a bold new strategic plan. Reporting to the Executive Director of Strategic Initiatives, the DEI Director will lead both student and employee facing DEI efforts.
Founded in 1854, Rhode Island College is a distinctive regional college personalizing education for undergraduate and graduate students. The college serves approximately 6,400 undergraduate and graduate students through its five schools: The Faculty of Arts and Sciences, the Feinstein School of Education and Human Development, the School of Business, the School of Nursing and the School of Social Work. The 180-acre campus is located in beautiful, historic Providence, Rhode Islands capital, with excellent proximity to the academic and cultural resources of Boston and New York City
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity institution that values and is committed to inclusion and expanding the diversity of its faculty and staff, the College invites members of protected classes, including minorities and persons with disabilities, to identify themselves as such at the time of application.
Demonstrated commitment to equity and anti-racism.
Ability to design and execute strategy and programs in collaboration with senior leadership and other campus stakeholders.
Excellent analytical, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills with ability to prioritize multiple projects under stringent deadlines and respond to changing priorities.
Ability to work with culturally, linguistically, ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students.
Excellent written and verbal communication, diplomacy, and interpersonal skills.
Providence, RI
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