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Assistant Director, Watson Office for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclu
Inside Higher Ed, Binghamton, New York, United States
Assistant Director, Watson Office for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive. Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities. Job Description
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3) Salary: $70,000 The Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering & Applied Science at Binghamton University (SUNY) is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and creative professional to serve as Assistant Director of the Office for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (WEDEI). The primary responsibility of the assistant director is stewardship of the award-winning Watson College Scholars Program - a donor-sponsored program that supports access to higher education for economically disadvantaged students from underrepresented backgrounds. The assistant director plans and coordinates the operational, programmatic, and administrative functions of the Watson College Scholars Program and serves as the central point of contact among students, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and external constituencies. In addition, the assistant director supports the Director in the operations of the WEDEI office. Duties And Responsibilities Include
Coordinates the selection and successful onboarding of new scholars Teaches scholars seminar courses and develops all related course materials Coordinates with industry representatives on internships and professional mentoring opportunities for scholars Coordinates global experiences and chaperones traveling scholars Guides scholars in completion of community service projects Works to expand scholars program offerings in pursuit of the program's mission Works with communications staff to develop informational and promotional materials for the Scholars Program Conducts assessments of the Scholars Program and produces an annual report Oversees the budget of the Scholars Program Works to expand the resource base of the Scholars Program to ensure its sustainability Maintains connections with alumni scholars Assists the Director of WEDEI in managing the day-to-day operations of the office Requirements
Bachelor's degree Experience managing complex projects Experience planning and organizing activities and special events Experience developing performance metrics and evaluating performance data Advanced writing and presentation skills Effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively and collegially with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community Ability to travel domestically and internationally and to work occasional evenings/weekends Preferred
Experience serving diverse student populations Experience with budget administration Experience with program management & evaluation Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
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Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive. Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success. Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty who value cutting-edge, and community-engaged research, teaching and service, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. Our high-achieving student body represents diverse experiences from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities. Job Description
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3) Salary: $70,000 The Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering & Applied Science at Binghamton University (SUNY) is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and creative professional to serve as Assistant Director of the Office for Excellence in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (WEDEI). The primary responsibility of the assistant director is stewardship of the award-winning Watson College Scholars Program - a donor-sponsored program that supports access to higher education for economically disadvantaged students from underrepresented backgrounds. The assistant director plans and coordinates the operational, programmatic, and administrative functions of the Watson College Scholars Program and serves as the central point of contact among students, faculty, staff, donors, alumni, and external constituencies. In addition, the assistant director supports the Director in the operations of the WEDEI office. Duties And Responsibilities Include
Coordinates the selection and successful onboarding of new scholars Teaches scholars seminar courses and develops all related course materials Coordinates with industry representatives on internships and professional mentoring opportunities for scholars Coordinates global experiences and chaperones traveling scholars Guides scholars in completion of community service projects Works to expand scholars program offerings in pursuit of the program's mission Works with communications staff to develop informational and promotional materials for the Scholars Program Conducts assessments of the Scholars Program and produces an annual report Oversees the budget of the Scholars Program Works to expand the resource base of the Scholars Program to ensure its sustainability Maintains connections with alumni scholars Assists the Director of WEDEI in managing the day-to-day operations of the office Requirements
Bachelor's degree Experience managing complex projects Experience planning and organizing activities and special events Experience developing performance metrics and evaluating performance data Advanced writing and presentation skills Effective interpersonal and communication skills Ability to work effectively and collegially with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community Ability to travel domestically and internationally and to work occasional evenings/weekends Preferred
Experience serving diverse student populations Experience with budget administration Experience with program management & evaluation Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
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