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The College of Design, Architecture, Art, and Planning (DAAP) at the University of Cincinnati invites applications for the Assistant Director of Inclusive Excellence. 

Job Overview

The Assistant Director will lead the College in constructing a community vision of diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice (DEIJ) for all students, staff, and faculty. The Assistant Director will lead the DEIJ initiatives in the College, chair the DAAP Equity & Inclusion Committee, serve as the college representative to related University-wide initiatives, and become the designated Equal Opportunity Coordinator for the College. This position reports to the Associate Dean, Academics and Faculty Affairs but also works closely with college and school leadership. 

This position will offer flexibility for a hybrid remote work arrangement (a set schedule of on campus and work from home days each week) for applicants with a residence within OH/IN/KY tri state area following in person training. Remote work arrangements are subject to change in accordance with university policy. 

Essential Functions

College related:  

• The Assistant Director of Inclusive Excellence will have the responsibility of the following functions while collaborating and coordinating with the Dean's office, the schools' leadership and staff, and with representatives of the students.  
• Develop, implement, assess, and update a strategic, comprehensive DEIJ Plan for the College with particular emphasis on expanding access to programs and promoting inclusive practices across functions and stakeholders. 
• Develop program objectives and monitor quantitative and qualitative data on progress toward objectives. Review objectives to identify problems and solutions, prioritize solutions, and develop action steps for program improvement. 
• Co-develop and implement marketing strategies with the DAAP Marketing team to recruit students and program participants. 
• Collaborate with DAAP HR and search committee leaders in assessing potential barriers and developing strategies to recruit and retain a diverse workforce. 
• Identify external trends and best practices to develop inclusive practices across DAAP programs and courses. 
• Collaborate in conducting research and analyzing relevant literature, other benchmarking information to develop grant proposals, new programs ideas, and propose program changes. 
• Assist with preparation of annual unit operating budget recommendations; develop, implement and monitor assigned budgets; limited signature authority for purchases and payroll. 
• Prepare reports, disseminate/interpret information, write/co-develop proposals, deliver presentations, and ensure that programs and services, related with inclusive excellence activities/programs, comply with university, state, and federal regulations. 

Faculty and Staff related: 

• Recommend and/or develop and implement professional development programming for staff and faculty on inclusive practices. 
• Assist faculty with strategies and training to expand DEIJ in their courses. 

 
Student related: 

• Coordinate student facing events (with DAAP Student Affairs) and co-curricular programs related to inclusion. 

Essential Functions Continued

Community (UC and beyond) facing: 

• Act as a liaison for the College with internal departments, external entities, and community organizations.  
• Collaborate with UC administration and academic units (i.e., Public Relations, Academic Colleges, Foundation, etc.) to enhance business/community partnerships.  
• Collaborate with other areas of the university to inform the College's goals and strategies to be more inclusive. 
• Build relationships in the community for the purpose of recruiting and retaining students. 
• Perform related duties based on departmental needs. The job description can be changed at any time. 

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement.

Required Experience

Three (3) years related experience.

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience with programs focused on underrepresented groups. 
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and social justice. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills. 

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

Application Process

Please submit an online application and include: 

• Resume
• Cover letter to be considered for this position. The cover letter should not exceed one (1) page and should detail your interest and qualified experience, skills, or education required for this position.

Please use the additional documents feature as needed for these items.