Assistant Director, African American Cultural and Resource Center

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to over 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 332,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls “the most ambitious campus design program in the country.”

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, global leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC’s momentum has never been stronger. UC’s annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion.

The African American Cultural and Resource Center (AACRC) fosters an atmosphere where lively conversation is welcomed and encouraged, leadership development and academic success are prioritized, and quiet study spaces are regularly utilized. The AACRC also hosts several large-scale traditional programs that are annual marquee events of the African American experience at the University of Cincinnati. Now celebrating its 30th year, the AACRC is poised to become a model for cultural and racial understanding in higher education. The Center serves as a resource for enlightenment about the Black experience and has become a known resource for a variety of organizations on campus and in the Greater Cincinnati community.

Under general supervision from a designated administrator, assist with the administration and direction of a multifunctional department or center. Manage, develop, modify, present, and assess co-curricular educational activities and student development programs including but not limited to Open House, Akwaaba (student welcome), Kuamka (leadership competition and excellence programming week), Ushindi (end of the year award celebration), and Tyehimba (Afrocentric celebration for graduates). Provide oversight of AACRC reservations, maintain website and outward marketing materials, and represent the department on various university committees.

• Assist with development, implementation and administration of goals to achieve strategic objectives; assume management responsibility for a wide range of projects/tasks associated with primary business operations and/or corporate relations that have significant impact within the business function.
• Develop internal policies, procedures, controls, and manage processes to increase internal business and/or external corporate partnerships and advance service levels; responsible for policy execution and results that enrich the department/center, the campus and the university; consults with Director on major policy changes affecting other departments.
• May be responsible for coordinating a function or program(s) with significant impact on external relations.
• May be responsible for collaborating efforts with administrative and academic units (i.e., Public Relations, Academic Colleges, Foundation, etc.) to enhance business/community partnerships.
• Assist with preparation of annual unit operating budget recommendations; develop, implement and monitor assigned budgets; limited signature authority for purchases and payroll.
• Prepare reports, disseminate/interpret information, provide advice, write proposals, deliver presentations, construct contractual agreements, and ensure that all programs and services comply with university, state and federal regulations.
• Communicate and assist students, parents, corporate partners to resolve questions and complex issues; represent the university internally and externally.
• Assist with administrative leadership and supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff; hire, orient, train, mentor and evaluate assigned staff; monitor and coordinate staff development and training programs.
• May function for the Director or Associate Director in his/her absence, as required.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision to exempt and non-exempt staff (i.e.,
• hiring/firing, performance evaluations, disciplinary action, approve time off, etc.).
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

• Bachelor's Degree
• Seven (7) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement

Three (3) years related experience

• Master's Degree in Higher Education, Student Affairs, College Student Personnel, Counseling, or Social Work or related field.
• Experience creating and implementing large-scale cultural programming.
• Strong understanding of contemporary diversity, cultural awareness, gender equity, inclusion, social justice, and issues as they apply to higher education.
• Knowledgeable in the intersectionality's as well as cultural and societal issues of Black communities.
• Experience advising and providing ongoing support to students.
• Skilled in grant writing, seeking sponsorships, and/or managing budgets.
• Experience managing the operations and functionality of a space.
• Flexibility for some evening and weekend work is required.

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Cover letter or letter of interest addressed to Mercedes Johnson, Director of AACRC.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $50,132 - $53,045 dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html .

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] . 

The University of Cincinnati, as a multi-national and culturally diverse university, is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of learning and employment. As part of a complete job application you will be asked to include a Contribution to Diversity and Inclusion statement.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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