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Assistant Program Manager for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior & Mid Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Education & Teaching
  • Ann Arbor

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor's degree or equivalent, strong communication and organizational skills, experience with diverse groups, program evaluation, MS Office, and understanding of minoritized challenges in education.
  • You will support PC3 students and stakeholders, oversee the Summer Program logistics, manage events, handle administrative tasks, conduct analyses, and present findings to leadership and funders.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and editing skills
  • Demonstrated ability to establish excellent working relationships with faculty, staff, students and prospective students and their families.
  • Must have the ability to work comfortably with individuals at all levels.
  • Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills.
  • Strong organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated high level of critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work on diverse projects simultaneously, and ability to adapt to changing demands and priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Demonstrated savvy in relation to digital environments and an openness to learning new software tools as those environments change.
  • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of multiple facets of diversity: cultural, ethnic, racial, religious, gender, educational, age, sexual orientation, linguistic, professional, and other differences that make us unique.
  • Proficient in MS Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Qualtrics, and Google Apps (Docs, Sheets, etc); proficient in using Outlook calendar features; proficient in using Zoom
  • Experience with a range of program evaluation methods including survey design and assessment.
  • Experience working with students from community and/or tribal colleges and supporting them in the transfer process.
  • Experience with academic administration
  • Experience in the creation, implementation, and management of programming.
  • Knowledge of the needs of students from community and/or tribal colleges.
  • Knowledge of community and/or tribal college cultures.
  • Knowledge of University of Michigan policies and procedures, and systems.
  • Experience with social media platforms and virtual meeting platforms.
  • An understanding of the challenges faced by minoritized groups in higher education

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the primary point of contact and support for PC3 students, families, and internal and external stakeholders (2-year institutions, advisory board members, community partners).
  • Oversee the PC3 Summer Program, including managing travel, making housing arrangements, arranging job shadowing, site visits, and group outings.
  • Handle administrative projects and assignments, including responding to program inquiries, and advisory board administrative needs (organize meetings, minutes and communications, etc.). Conduct analyses (primarily quantitative) of the program and interpret & synthesize the results for reports. Generate student and program data reports to analyze progress towards goals, identify areas of need, and report out to funders/stakeholders. Present evaluation findings and reports to leadership, advisory boards, and funders.
  • Manage a diverse range of community partners, mentors, experts in the field, faculty, students who are stakeholders in PC3.
  • Manage student and advisory board events, including: travel accommodations, event schedules, on-site setup, and facility and catering reservations.

FAQs

What is the application requirement for this position?

A cover letter is required for consideration, and it should be attached as the first page of your application.

Who will this position report to?

This position will report to the Assistant Dean for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

What are the primary responsibilities of the Assistant Program Manager for Diversity, Equity & Inclusion?

The primary responsibilities include serving as the main point of contact for PC3 students and stakeholders, overseeing the PC3 Summer Program, handling administrative projects, managing community partners, and organizing events for students and advisory board members.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, interpersonal and leadership abilities, critical thinking, and proficiency in MS Office and other software are required.

Is experience with community and tribal colleges preferred?

Yes, experience working with students from community and/or tribal colleges and knowledge of their cultures is desired.

What software tools should candidates be proficient in?

Candidates should be proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Qualtrics, Google Apps (Docs, Sheets), Outlook calendar, and Zoom.

Where is this position based?

This position is based in the College of Pharmacy building located at 428 Church St., Ann Arbor, MI.

Will there be any background checks for candidates?

Yes, the University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer.

What is the status of remote work for this position?

The DEI unit currently works in person Monday-Thursday and off campus on Fridays, but the College reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employees.

What is the salary for this position?

The salary will be commensurate with the selected candidate's qualifications and experience.

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