Multicultural Student Programs Coordinator

Founded in 1854, Hamline was the first university in Minnesota and among the first coeducational institutions in the nation. Hamline University provides a world-class education for undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty, staff, and students cultivate an ethic of civic responsibility, social justice, and inclusive leadership and service.

Hamline University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Hamline University does not discriminate on the basis of race; color; religion; creed; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; gender expression; national origin; marital status; familial status; status with regard to public assistance; membership or activity in a local human rights commission; disability; age; protected veteran status; or any other status protected by applicable law in its education or employment programs or activities. The University will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

JOB SUMMARY

The Coordinator, Multicultural Student Programs is a professional staff member of Hamline University’s Center for Hedgeman Center for Student Diversity Initiatives and Programs.  To better serve and retain students, Center staff, services and initiatives help create a campus community where the needs of students of color are addressed and where multiculturalism and diversity are appreciated, celebrated and advanced.  Under the supervision of the Associate Dean of Students and in accordance with the mission of the office, the Coordinator is responsible for creating programs, initiatives, services and partnerships that support, assist, and empower students of color at Hamline. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop, coordinate and implement outreach activities, programs and services to support and increase retention of students of color, including Multicultural Mosaic Pathway (a pre-orientation program), Student Empowerment Retreat, and Student Transition Enrichment Programs (STEPs);
• Advise, counsel, mentor, and provide related support services for individual students concerning personal, cultural, academic, co-curricular and transition issues, including students who are experiencing academic challenges at the university;
• Advise student of color organizations and assist with the leadership development of organizations;
• Facilitate the leadership development, active engagement and participation of students of in the University community;
• Develop, coordinate and implement programs and activities that will increase awareness, knowledge and skills related to the needs, concerns and issues facing students and communities of color, including traditional awareness weeks and months, Social Justice Symposium, This is My Story Conversation Series, and/or the Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemoration;
• Develop collaborative partnerships and assist others in offering support to students of color and first generation college students;
• Serve as a resource and ally for students and issues of diversity and multiculturalism;
• Assist, collaborate with and serve as a resource for members of the University community in promoting a campus climate which is inclusive and supportive of students of color, first generation students, diversity, inclusion and social justice;
• Serve on committees that support students and the missions of the Hedgeman Center and Hamline University as assigned; and
• Other duties as assigned by Associate Dean of Students.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

This position reports to the  Associate Dean of Students/ Director of the Hedgeman Center

This position supervises 1-2 student workers.

BUDGET MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is responsible for the following budget:  Not applicable

Budget Range: This position is not responsible for the management of a budget.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KEY COMPETENCIES

• Understanding of student development theories and diversity education.
• Ability to coach, provide feedback, and guide others.
• Skills and abilities to develop and organize programming that will increase understanding of and sensitivity to the needs, concerns and issues facing students and communities of color
• Excellent presentation, interpersonal, organizational, administrative, and computer skills.
• Ability to work with a wide range of people within the university setting, including administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni and community members.
• Experience and sensitivity working with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, conveying complex information in a manner that others can understand, as well as the ability to understand and interpret information from others.
• Ability, flexibility and willingness to frequently work some evenings and weekends

MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/EXPECTATIONS

• Earned Bachelor’s degree in Education, Counseling, Social Sciences, Liberal Arts, or similar area of study from an accredited university or college.
• Three (3) years professional experience developing programming and support services targeting diverse students in a college or university.
• Three (3) years professional experience coordinating events or event management.
• Three (3) years professional experience with advising students and/or student organizations.
• A valid driver’s license.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/EXPECTATIONS

• Master’s degree in Student Affairs, Counseling or similar area of study.
• Five (5) years professional experience developing programming targeting diverse students in a college or university.
• Five (5) years professional experience coordinating events or event management.
• Five (5) years professional experience working with diverse students in a college/university setting.
• Five (5) years professional experience advising students and/or student organizations.
• Experience with budget management.
• Bilingual in English and at least one of the following languages: Arabic, Hmong, Vietnamese, Somali, Spanish, or other language.

REQUIRED LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION

• Not applicable

WORKING CONDITIONS / EQUIPMENT

Must perform the following essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Must be able to work on a computer for extended periods of time.
• Ability to travel to on and off campus locations.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• This position is full-time, exempt (1 FTE) position.
• This position requires evening and weekend work.

All questions marked ‘Required’ need to be answered in order to submit the application. It is important that your application show all of the relevant education and experience you possess. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. If rejected, you must reapply for the position in order to be considered. A resume or curriculum vitae, a cover letter outlining your qualifications for and interest in the position, contact information for 3 current, professional references, as well as copies of transcripts (if required) must be uploaded with each application.