Cross-Cultural Connections Program & Workshop Specialist - Student Affairs

Position Summary
The Program & Workshop Specialist will support the Center for Diversity and Inclusion’s Cross-Cultural Connections (CCxN) area. Reporting directly to the Director of CCxN the Specialist is instrumental in the development of programs and workshops around identity and culture from an intersectional lens. They will play a key role in the advocacy, development, and growth of diversity and inclusion programs, workshops, and support initiatives that prioritize social justice and identity development of students. They will work across student affairs, and the institution to establish collaborative partnerships. In addition to CCxN, key areas of the CDI are central to this work to include the Spectrum Office (LGBTQIA+ initiatives), the Office for Spiritual, Religious, and Ethical Life, Dialogue across Difference, and the Office of International Student Engagement. This posting is for multiple hires.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Develops & facilitates programs and workshops centered around identity and culture through a cross cultural lens.
• Supervises student assistants for the Cross-Cultural Connections area to support with programs and workshops.
• Develops communications, marketing and branding for the CCxN team with support from student assistants.
• Regularly assess student learning outcomes and evaluate programs and workshops, develops reports and recommendations based on findings.
• Serves on University-wide committees representing CCxN and the broader Center for Diversity and Inclusion.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Working Conditions

• Some desk work utilizing a computer and phone.
• Work hours some nights and weekends as needed for programming.
• Event set up and break down at various venues around campus.
• Hybrid work environment that may require in person meetings and virtual meetings.
• Traditional desk set up for administrative tasks and various meetings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a related field (cultural/ethnic/gender studies, humanities, behavioral or social sciences, or field work and internships incorporating relevant coursework and/or Master's degree, preferably in a related field (i.e., higher education administration, college student personnel administration, student affairs, social work, social justice education, behavioral or social sciences, ethnic/gender studies, human resources, etc.) or a field incorporating relevant coursework.
• Five years of professional experience working with students or communities from traditionally underrepresented or marginalized populations, preferably on a four-year college campus or in a higher education setting.
• Three years of professional experience in educational program/content development for cultural/identity-based programs and workshop facilitation.
• Three years of professional experience with outcomes assessment/evaluation.
• Workshop facilitation.
• Oral and written communication skills, including public speaking.
• Program/event planning and execution.
• Basic social media management.
• Collaboration with campus partners at varying leadership levels.
• Knowledge about cross cultural relationships, equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.
• Creative problem solving.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Three years of experience with curriculum/content development and workshop facilitation with experience in developing content and/or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Grade
G10

Salary Range
$48,700.00 - $80,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

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Accommodation

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Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.

• Want to Live Near Your Work and/or improve your commute? Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees. We also offer a forgivable home loan of up to $12,500 for closing costs and a down payment for homes in eligible neighborhoods.

• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.

• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO/AA Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Diversity Statement
Washington University is dedicated to building a diverse community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.