Director of Health Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

Department
 

BSD PSM – Multicultural Affairs

About the Department
 

In our size, geographic location, and organizational structure, in the diversity of our student body and the strong bonds of our community, the Pritzker School of Medicine offers a unique environment for medical education. Pritzker is one of few medical schools to be located physically on its University campus, offering both intellectual and social advantages to students who spend their medical school years within a vibrant, multidisciplinary community. Most importantly, the opportunity for collaborative research and study is outstanding: all divisions of the University and its professional schools are located within steps of the hospital, as are the extensive biological and physical sciences research laboratories, thus providing a rich array of opportunities for our medical students. Pritzker actively seeks to enroll a diverse medical student body, encompassing all components of diversity, with particular emphasis on those who are underrepresented in medicine, and to provide an inclusive educational environment in which all students can thrive.

Job Summary
 

The job leads implementation of a variety of student affairs activities, including orientation and onboarding programs for incoming students. Acts as the primary point of contact for student inquiries. Uses specialized breadth and depth of expertise in student affairs to develop future enrollment strategies using admissions and financial aid data.
Directs and develops the mission that supports the needs of the diverse student body at the Pritzker School of Medicine and develops programming which enhances the sense of belonging of all students. Creates and sets clear priorities from a broad range of potential initiatives. Directs and manages the activities of one biweekly staff member and collaborates with staff across the medical school to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion are priorities in curriculum, student affairs, admissions, etc. Manages the programming and the budgets supporting the James E. Bowman Society and Lecture Series, three summer pathway programs, student affinity organizations, and recruitment and professional development opportunities for students, etc. The Director is expected to identify potential programmatic opportunities for support and will need to coordinate with other units within the medical school (curriculum, admissions, student affairs and the i2i committee), within the Biological Sciences Division (GME, Office of Diversity and Inclusion), and with the University of Chicago in order to maximize the impact of programs. Provides an environment that welcomes students and understands and addresses their needs. Evaluates and assesses the effectiveness of the school’s programs and makes adjustments accordingly. Develops, interprets, and implements policies, processes, and programs to improve the recruitment and retention of diverse medical students to the school. Manages social media campaign for all DEI programs. Engages in evaluations of programs and assists in writing and dissemination of scholarship from DEI faculty. Ensures that staff and faculty members are sensitive to diverse student needs through mentorship and programming.
This is a professional position. The successful employee will assume a leadership role in the oversight of administration in support of the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion and will operate independently, creatively and with enthusiasm to identify challenges, formulate responses, and implement effective strategies to ensure the excellence of medical education administration at the University of Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Supports the Associate and Assistant Deans in working with all students and student groups who bring diversity to the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine including dimensions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, socioeconomic status, and other cultural factors.

• Responsible for organizing the monthly Bowman Society Lecture Series, as well as supporting the Bowman Society Faculty Director in implementing other mentoring events and awards ceremonies associated with the Bowman Society.

• Responsible for supporting diverse student community, including assisting in student affinity group organizations (such as SNMA, LMSA, Outpatient, APAMSA, MENA, etc.) and serving as a mentor and a guide to their programming, as well as troubleshooting issues and problems related to student life as they arise.

• Provides support for UiM students who seek external awards and funding from such bodies as the AAMC, NMF, AMA, etc. to promote diversity in physician work force and combating health care inequities.

• Collaborates with other key offices in the medical center and University, including the Associate Dean for Diversity and Inclusion, Associate Dean for Graduate Medical Education and GME staff, the Urban Health Initiative, Office of the Provost, and the University Dean of Students office.

• Works closely with the Associate and Assistant Deans for Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, and Associate and Assistant Deans for Admissions on recruitment initiatives, including recruitment visits to college campuses and post-baccalaureate programs, participation at national and regional conferences, including SNMA, LMSA, etc. to expand number of UiM students applying to the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.

• Plays a key role in admissions processes, including participation on interview days, administrative interviewing during the admissions season, participation on the admissions committee, contributing to the content and structure of revisit weekends as well as contributes to special initiatives (phone banks, etc.) to bring diversity with a specific focus on UiM students to Pritzker matriculants.

• Responsible for oversight of summer pathway programs for UiM undergraduates who wish to prepare for future careers in medicine, including recruitment, admissions processes, working the Associate Dean for HEDI and other faculty leaders to set up lectures, mentors, and other content-related aspects of the program.

• Identifies extramural funding opportunities to support programs including grant support for pipeline programs and development opportunities for philanthropic support.

• Provides support for extramural funding (NIH grants) supporting key initiatives such as the pathway programs and summer research programs including supporting data collection and preparation of progress reports, as well as competing continuations of these grants.

• Provides oversight of the budget associated with the programs offered through the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

• Supervises one full-time L743 union employee in the Office of Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.

• Solves complex problems in areas such as academic and administrative policy, student admissions, curriculum research and development, and budget development. Advises various campus-wide and program committees in various aspects of student life.

• Leads and recommends process improvements for programs that relate to critical student-life improvement, including emergency management, accommodations for students with disabilities, and/or the administration of health care services and programs for students.

• Performs other related work as needed.

Minimum Qualifications
 

Education:

Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.

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Work Experience:

Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 7+ years of work experience in a related job discipline.

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Certifications:

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Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Advanced degree.

Experience:

• Senior-level leadership experience in a university environment working directly with students.

• Experience in successfully providing direction, setting priorities, identifying opportunities for improvement, implementing initiatives for change, managing people and projects, and setting priorities for budget resources.

• Extensive project management skills and negotiation experience.

Technical Skills or Knowledge:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and other common software programs.

Preferred Competencies

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information.

• Must be able to enthusiastically support the initiatives of the school, while being able to maintain a calm and courteous demeanor and work productively despite a heavy workload.

• Must be able to problem-solve and follow an issue through to resolution.

• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to handle all constituents with courtesy, maturity, discretion, and diplomacy.

• Must be able to collaborate and work with other colleagues, particularly faculty and staff supporting Admissions, Curriculum, and Student Affairs/Programs.

• Proven ability to set and maintain standards for a high volume of productivity in a fast-paced environment.

• Must possess a high degree of accuracy with attention to detail and the ability to effectively prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

• Will need to work successfully in a team atmosphere, specifically with other unit leaders within the medical school.

• Ability to work with students and families and be sensitive to confidential issues.

Working Conditions

• Regular attendance.

• Willingness to work evenings and weekends, and travel on behalf of the medical school.

• Must be able to see, hear, walk, write, and utilize a computer.

Application Documents

• Resume (required)

• Cover Letter (required)

When applying, the document(s) MUST  be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.

Job Family
 

Student Affairs & Services

Role Impact
 

Individual Contributor

FLSA Status
 

Exempt

Pay Frequency
 

Monthly

Scheduled Weekly Hours
 

37.5

Benefits Eligible
 

Yes

Drug Test Required
 

No

Health Screen Required
 

No

Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
 

No

Posting Statement
 

Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward .
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/ Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.

Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.

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