Nature of Work
Provide leadership and oversight in developing institutional programs so that all students are welcome and afforded meaningful access to the privileges and opportunities available to the campus community. Create a supportive environment for students and a more meaningful and engaged student experience. Responsible for shaping and advancing initiatives in support of the College's values, goals, and priorities with emphasis on promoting retention and degree attainment.
Examples of Work Performed
- Work collaboratively with the campus community to create an environment that supports a safe and welcoming teaching and learning environment which provides opportunities for meaningful access and engagement for all students.
- Serve as a mentor and support system for students from underrepresented communities and perspectives.
- Develop and manage agreements and pathway programs with stakeholders (including but not limited to Little Priest Tribal College, Nebraska Indian Community College).
- Advise student groups associated with underrepresented communities.
- Perform all duties associated with the NCAA Athletic Diversity and Inclusion Designee. Designee will be the point person for all diversity and inclusion-related information between conference offices, campuses, and the NCAA.
- Manage the international programs office by supporting students, engaging the community, and developing and managing agreements.
- Convene and support the President's Advisory Council.
- Manage the unit's budget.
- Serve as a title IX Designee.
- Other duties as assigned.
Supervision Given
- International and Multicultural Programs Coordinator
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree.
- Experience leading and managing programs promoting student engagement and meaningful access and opportunities to all students.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5+ years of relevant work experience.
- Strong programming experience.
Other Requirements
Background and Driver's License Check; valid drivers license
About Us
Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.