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Director - Emily Taylor Center
Position Overview
As a premier international research university, the University of Kansas is committed to an open, diverse and inclusive learning and workplace environment. One that nurtures the growth and development of all its constituencies, regardless of varied backgrounds, cultures and social identities. KU holds steadfast in the belief that an array of values, interests, experiences, and intellectual and cultural viewpoints enrich learning and our workplace. The promotion of and support for a diverse and inclusive community of mutual respect require the engagement of the entire university.
The Emily Taylor Center for Women and Gender Equity (ETC) has a rich historical history at KU. The Emily Taylor Center was established in 1974, a time when women’s centers were springing up around the country to address inequities women faced in higher education. Unlike many centers, which were created as a result of student activism, KUs was established to continue the work of former KU Dean of Women, Dr. Emily Taylor, the Center’s namesake. Today, the center aims to challenge the status quo and promote gender equity. Feminism and social justice are central to the efforts of the ETC.
The Director of ETC will be expected to strategically build upon its legacy and enhance the Center’s local, regional, and national profile and presence. As part of this effort, the Director must assume responsibility as part of a larger collaborative of Diversity and Equity offices to strengthen equity and inclusion at KU. Further, the Director of the ETC should possess the ability to understand and articulate women's needs and concerns from a perspective that includes the intersections of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity and other aspects of individual and socio-cultural identities.
The Director works with advisory groups, faculty, staff, students and community partners to create programs that support undergraduate and graduate students and serves as a women and gender equity resource for the broader campus community. The Director represents the ETC in campus-wide committees, and off-campus community. The Director works cooperatively with Directors of other Diversity and Equity units: Office of Multicultural Affairs, Sexuality and Gender Diversity Center, Jayhawk Student One Stop, and others as appropriate.
Job Description
40% Administrative
Provides overall leadership and management of the ETC
Responsible for formulating policies and procedures and long-term and short-term organizational goals (ie, strategic planning)
Provides leadership on the development of programs and strategies for the retention of women
Provides service to the University as well as serve as an advocate for diversity and equity
Provides the effective management of the budget and fiscal management for the ETC
Administers all aspects of the fiscal operations, including the operating budget and any associated fee income and private funds.
Seeks external funding through proposals to federal, state and local agencies, foundations private corporations and individuals.
Directs the activities and evaluates the performance of staff members (minimally 1 full time, 1 GA, several student employees)
30% Program Planning and Assessment
Development and implementation of programming that can address a wide variety of audiences that will also be mindful of the intersection of identities of participants
Strategically plans programs to increase student retention and graduation.
Develops and implements ongoing assessment of the needs for the Unit.
Evaluates assessment outcomes to ensure program services are meeting the needs of the students, the Unit, and Diversity & Equity, and the University.
30% Campus and Community Collaboration
Oversight of the ETC Advisory Board
Collaborating with schools, centers, and departments on initiatives to advance female-identifying students' career ambitions through leadership development initiatives;
Manages conversations, programs, and activities to promote gender equity in specific professions and academic disciplines;
Nurturing relationships and intergenerational networking activities between students, alumnae/i, faculty, staff, and families, and
Assumes other responsibilities as designated by the Assistant Vice Provost and/or Vice Provost for Diversity and Equity.
Required Qualifications
Master’s Degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Women and Gender & Sexuality Studies, or related field or Bachelor’s degree plus 5 years of progressive related leadership experience as evidenced by the application materials.
Minimum of three years in social justice or diversity education as demonstrated by the application materials.
Minimum of three years of demonstrated experience in budget administration and personnel supervision at a post-secondary institution.
Effective written communication skills as evidenced by the application materials.
Preferred Qualifications
Terminal degree in a related field.
7 years of progressive related leadership experience with students, faculty, and staff with diverse ethnic, economic and cultural backgrounds.
Demonstrated experience in proposal writing and grant administration
Demonstrated ability to conduct systemic program assessment
Commitment to social justice
Knowledge and practice of intersectional feminism
Fundraising and/or grant writing experience
Additional Candidate Instructions
A complete application consists of a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Please use your cover letter to address how you meet the required and preferred qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. An online University of Kansas application must be completed to be considered for this position.
Deadline for applications is Sunday, March 17th.
Contact Information to Applicants
Dr. Juliana Carlson
[email protected]
Advertised Salary Range
mid $60,000's
Application Review Begins
Monday, March 18, 2019
Anticipated Start Date
Monday, July 1, 2019
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