2023-2024 Access, Compliance, and Equal Opportunity, ACE Student Ambassador

Florida International University is Miami’s public research university, focused on student success. According to U.S. News and World Report, FIU has 42 top-50 rankings in the nation among public universities. FIU is a top U.S. research university (R1), with more than $200 million in annual expenditures. FIU ranks 15th in the nation among public universities for patent production, which drives innovation, and is one of the institutions that helps make Florida the top state for higher education. The Next Horizon  fundraising campaign is furthering FIU’s commitment to providing students Worlds Ahead opportunities. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers, and supports artistic and cultural engagement through its three museums: Patricia & Phillip Frost Art Museum , the Wolfsonian-FIU , and the Jewish Museum of Florida-FIU . FIU is a member of Conference USA , with more than 400 student-athletes participating in 18 sports. The university has awarded more than 330,000 degrees to many leaders in South Florida and beyond. For more information about FIU, visit www.fiu.edu .

The Access, Compliance, and Equal Opportunity department is committed to building an academic community whose members represent and embrace diverse cultures, background and life experiences that reflect the multicultural nature of South Florida and our global society. The division is looking for students interested in becoming FIU DEI Student Ambassadors to help us build an intellectually vibrant climate that sustains the inclusiveness and engagement of our diverse community.¿ 

DEI Student Ambassadors must be students that are passionate about DEI advocacy. Ideal candidates should have FWS eligibility and be on campus frequently or are campus residents. Students selected for this program must be willing to have a flexible work schedule (10-20 hours a week, depending on their class schedules and FWS allowance), in accordance with the week's campus events. A successful Student DEI Ambassador candidate will have the following skills and qualifications needed to complete their daily tasks: 

Student DEI Ambassadors will be responsible for promoting and supporting the Division of DEI's vision and mission to the campus community. Their duties include facilitating conversations around diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; answering questions about the DEI office and its offerings; attending campus events; supporting the office with administrative tasks, and providing feedback about programs, initiatives and workshops sponsored by the office. The Student DEI Ambassador will have several key responsibilities in the fulfillment of their duties including: 

• Assist with DEI initiatives, outreach, programs, and educational facilitations 

• Actively engage with diverse student populations while also serving as an advocate for said populations. 

• Conduct campus tours for interested community and external entities  

• Eager and available to attend campus events and student-related meetings (e.g., SGA, BSU, PSU, etc.) 

• Work directly with the Assistant Directors in researching and developing supplemental educational content/training for students, faculty, and staff. 

• Identify content and news on social justice and other inclusion topics. 

• Participates in the production and recording of video content for web and social, including appearing onscreen.  

• Research and report best practices and efficacy: 

• Identify, track, and report innovations and best practices in DEI. 

• Gather and maintain associate survey results i.e. culture, session feedback, etc. 

• Provides additional support to the team as needed. 

Federal Work Study

A successful Student ACE Ambassador candidate will have the following qualifications needed to complete their daily tasks: 

• Can actively engage, listen, and have an open mind when confronted with new and/or challenging information 

• Committed to learning about DEI and helping increase student awareness 

• Strong written and communication skills 

• Excellent problem-solver 

• Active on social media

• Able to use Microsoft Suite, Canva, Outlook, etc

• Must not have a disciplinary record or charges within the university judicial system 

• Must be comfortable with presenting before large crowds.  

• Strong facilitation skills coupled with the ability to explain complex ideas  

• Must uphold FIU's commitment to respecting differences, celebrating diversity, and increasing levels of belonging 

• Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
• Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
• Upon credits decreasing, award being canceled, or graduating, FWS employment must end.

Hours will vary based on class schedule and needs of department.

$13.00/Hour

Criminal Background Check
This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Extended Background Check is required if the job includes any of the following responsibilities. Some may also require a Fingerprint Check:

Current Employee

As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process.  It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Prospective Employee

If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications". 

To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.

Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment.  Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

*This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

Clery Notice

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act , the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/ .
To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency

Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.  However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of  their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.