Program Manager, Diversity Programming & Engagement

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: about 2 years ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Number: 100020
Title: Program Manager
Functional Title: Program Manager, Diversity Programming & Engagement
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.000
Unit: PRES-ODI-Diversity Training & Education
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
Background Checks

Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. A prior criminal conviction or convictions will not automatically disqualify a finalist from employment in the position.
Vaccine Protocol

The University of Maryland has made the safety of our students, faculty and staff, and our surrounding communities a top priority. As part of that commitment, the University System of Maryland (USM) recently announced that students, faculty, and staff on USM campuses this fall, including UMD, are required to be vaccinated against COVID. As a prospective and/or a new employee at UMD, you will be required to comply with the University’s vaccination protocol. Proof of full vaccination will be required before the start of employment in order to work at any University of Maryland location. Prospective or new employees may seek a medical or religious exemption to the vaccination requirement at return.umd.edu and must have an approved exemption prior to the start of their employment. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or to obtain approval for a medical or religious exemption will result in the offer of employment being rescinded.
Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Office of Diversity & Inclusion (ODI) provides expertise and leadership at the University of Maryland around equity, diversity and inclusion work. The following units are within ODI: ADA/504 Coordinator, Bias Incidents & Support Services, Diversity Training & Education, LGBTQ+ Equity Center, Nyumburu Cultural Center, Office of Civil Rights & Sexual Misconduct, Office of Multi-ethnic Student Education (OMSE), and TerrapinSTRONG.
 
Diversity Training and Education (DTE) facilitates trainings, education, and programming related to equity, diversity, and inclusion to further the university’s commitment to diversity and inclusive excellence. DTE also oversee the facilitation of the Words of Engagement Intergroup Dialogue Program. 
 
The program manager for Diversity Programming & Engagement will be a part of the DTE team charged with the delivery of campus-wide and unit-specific efforts related to diversity programming and engagement. The program manager will be responsible for conceptualizing, executing, and evaluating original diversity programming, as well as collaborating with other campus programming bodies that oversee diversity programming efforts. This position will also partner with campus stakeholders to cultivate learning community experiences that enhance faculty and staff capacity for effectively engaging across difference. Along with a network of diversity programmers, this position will develop procedures for collecting information on campus-wide programs and contribute to developing the ODI website as a hub for information and resources pertaining to diversity programming. This position will report directly to the director for Diversity Training & Education.
Minimum Qualifications:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor’s degree in arts, education, social science or related fields; and five (5) years’ experience developing and delivering campus-wide educational programs and learning community experiences pertaining to diversity or related subject matter in higher education, including two (2) years’ experience executing, marketing, and evaluating programming. 
 
OR
 
Master’s degree in arts, education, social science or a related field; and three (3) years’ experience developing and delivering campus-wide educational programs and learning community experiences pertaining to diversity or related subject matter in higher education, including two (2) years’ experience executing, marketing, and evaluating programming.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

  • Working knowledge of the principles and practices around diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Working knowledge of traditional and modern training methods and techniques.
  • Proficiency in Excel (e.g., graphs, pivots, linkages between tabs, macros).
  • Excellent communication skills including writing, editing, speaking/facilitating and excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Intermediate to advance user of Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Access).
  • Intermediate user of GSuite and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Ability to organize and interpret data and records on diversity issues.
  • Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion, tact, and confidentiality.
  • Ability to work with a wide diversity of stakeholders (internal and external).
  • Ability to work independently as well as under direction.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet responsibilities.
  • Ability to assess training programs.
Preferences:
  • Successful experience leading teams and trainings.
  • Passion for supporting marginalized and historically underrepresented student populations and community members.
  • Supervisory experience is preferred.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
• Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Candidates must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is offered for this position.
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
Sedentary work performed in an office environment. Regularly required to attend meetings, events, etc. both on and off campus. Ability to travel both domestic and international. Regularly required to communicate and exchange information and to use technology/devices. Ability to attend events, meetings, trainings after normal business hours. Ability to manage multiple priorities and competing demands.
Posting Date: 10/27/2021
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 11/15/2021
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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