Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Services - Ferris State University : Job Details

Position Title: Assistant Director of Multicultural Student Services Location: Big Rapids (Main Campus) Department: 95500 - Multicultural Student Services Advertised Salary: $51,000 - $53,000. Salary commensurate with education, experiences, and other requirements. Benefits: Comprehensive benefit package (health care, vacation, etc.). Please see the following link for a list of benefits offered with this position. FLSA: Exempt Temporary/Continuing: Continuing Part-Time/Full-Time: Full-Time Union Group: N/A Term of Position: 12 Month At Will/Just Cause: At Will Summary of Position: * The Assistant Director reports directly to the Director of the Office of Multicultural Student Services. * This position coordinates various recognized cultural heritage celebrations that highlight the importance of embedding diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the University community. * The Assistant Director assists the Director in the implementation of departmental initiatives that support student development, retention, belonging, and participates in daily operations of the department. Position Type: Staff Required Education: * Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, human services, general business or a related field. Required Work Experience: * Two years experience working in a diversity/minority or multicultural related position. Required Licenses and Certifications: Physical Demands:

• Office Environment
• Moving
• Reaching
• Sitting
• Twisting
• Driving
• Repetitive movement
• Standing Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered: Essential Duties/Responsibilities: * Participate in the daily operations of the Office of Multicultural Student Services. * Maintain a visible presence by attending cultural organization events. * Assist in promoting an awareness of an ongoing commitment to issues and concerns of underrepresented students. * Assist in identifying problems and barriers associated with the effective use of student services by underrepresented students. * Share responsibility for the supervision of student employees, interns, and practicum students. * Plan programs and events sponsored by the office. * Travel to various locations and work some non-traditional hours for events. * Demonstrate an understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging, especially in working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members. * Prepare various assessments, event budgets, and monitor/record event expenditures. * Communicate various office-related initiatives with key internal and external stakeholders. * Operate university motor vehicles safely while carrying out job responsibilities. * Create departmental marketing and promotional materials and web-based content. * Maintain confidentiality of designated information. * Participate in various university-wide committees. * Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives. * Attend meetings, events, and conferences as assigned. * Assist with other divisional initiatives as assigned. * Perform all duties in compliance with university policy and applicable laws. * Report directly to the Director of Multicultural Student Services. * Any other duties assigned within the position classification area. Marginal Duties/Responsibilities: Skills and Abilities: * Ability to plan, organize, and make sound judgments and decisions. * Demonstrated commitment, experience, and understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion. * Excellent written, verbal, presentation, interpersonal communication, and organizational skills. Required Documents:
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume
  • Unofficial Transcript 1 Optional Documents: Special Instructions to Applicants: * Unofficial Transcript 1 (REQUIRED): Applicants must attach a copy of unofficial transcript of Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in education, human services, general business or related field. * Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript. * Unofficial Transcript 2 (OPTIONAL): If applicable, attach an a copy of unofficial transcripts of Master's degree from an accredited college or university in education, human services, general business or related field. * Transcript must include: Institution name, applicant name, date degree attained, degree awarded. Finalist will be required to submit an official transcript Initial Application Review Date: February 3, 2025 Open Until Position is Filled?: Yes Posting Close Date: EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at . The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University's Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: . Click here to learn more about working at FSU and KCAD.