<p>About SUNY Old Westbury:</p> <p>The State University of New York at Old Westbury is a dynamic and diverse public liberal arts college that fosters academic excellence through close interaction among students, faculty and staff. Old Westbury weaves the values of integrity, community engagement, and global citizenship into the fabric of its academic programs and campus life. In an environment that cultivates critical thinking, empathy, creativity and intercultural understanding, we endeavor to stimulate a passion for learning and a commitment to building a more just and sustainable world. The University is a community of students, teachers, staff, and alumni bound together in mutual support, respect, and dedication to the Mission.</p> <p>SUNY Old Westbury serves large populations of underrepresented, first-generation, and non-traditional students. Candidates with experience working with a similar student body, and a demonstrated commitment to supporting these populations, are strongly encouraged to apply.</p> <p>Since its foundation in 1965, SUNY Old Westbury has been committed to social justice, diversity, and the empowerment of traditionally underserved populations. The University serves a large proportion of non-traditional students and has earned the prestigious Higher Education Excellence in Diversity Award from Insight into Diversity magazine for seven consecutive years.</p> <p>Located on a 604-acre campus on Long Island, Nassau County, about 40 miles from New York City, SUNY Old Westbury comprises four Schools (Education, Business, Arts and Sciences and Professional Studies) with total enrollment of 4400 students. For more details about the SUNY Old Westbury, please refer to our website at www.oldwestbury.edu.</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>Reporting to the Director of the Center for Student Leadership and Involvement, the Assistant Director of Multicultural Education and Advocacy is responsible for developing innovative programming for a diverse student population. This full-time professional works collaboratively with faculty, staff and various departments and college constituencies to engage students outside of the classroom to enhance the college experience through student engagement, leadership development opportunities and programming to serve the campus community. This position is responsible for the new Multicultural Center, Fraternity & Sorority Life, Diversity & Inclusion programming, and various campus-committee service opportunities.</p> <p>Essential Duties:</p> <p>The Assistant Director coordinates and is responsible for specific aspects of programming and student engagement, including but not limited to: the Multicultural Center, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) programming, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and general student leadership support.</p> <ul> <li>Oversee the new Multicultural Center, create policies and procedures, maintain staffing and have a strong presence in the space. </li><li>Research, design, implement and assess a comprehensive Diversity, Equity & Inclusion program calendar to include but not limited to diversity initiatives that are inclusive of race, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, religious beliefs, age, physical abilities, political beliefs or other ideologies. </li><li>Develop collaborative programming with faculty and other campus partners to successfully implement programs educating about and celebrating Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month, Native American/Native Alaskan Heritage Month, Black History Month, AAPI History Month, Women's History Month, Culture Café programs, LGBTQ History Month and Transgender Day of Remembrance & Visibility programming, including awareness days and months. </li><li>Design and implement an extensive engagement program to oversee the administration and activities of fraternities and sororities, ensuring academic success, sustainability and growth of the organizations and is responsible for developing Diversity & Inclusion programming in conjunction with faculty and various campus collaborators. </li><li>Recommends and oversees fraternity and sorority expansion in conjunction with the national headquarters. </li><li>Plan and assess all functional areas and provide for assessment and data analysis in alignment with the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education. </li><li>Assist with opening event calendars for Fall/Spring Semesters. </li><li>Collaborate with the Office of Residential Life in the development and implementation of weekend and campus-wide events/programming initiatives to enhance the college experience and student engagement. </li><li>Assist in oversight of student events, including off-campus travel and Student Union coverage to engage students outside of the classroom and enhance overall collegiate experience. </li><li>Serve as advisor to SGA-recognized identity- and religious-based student organizations. </li><li>Counsel students regarding policies and procedures related to student organization-sponsored events and programs and assist with event oversight and office operations in the absence of the Director. </li></ul> <p>Requirements:</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of a Master's degree in Higher Education or related field. </li><li>A minimum of three (3) years of progressive, professional, full-time experience in higher education. </li><li>Strong communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and organizational skills. </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to and appreciation of working with diverse groups of individuals, including age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic and educational background and maintaining a work environment that is marked by inclusiveness and respect for others. </li><li>Must demonstrate a high level of customer service and the ability to collaborate with students, faculty, staff and outside vendors in the planning and execution of small and large-scale events. </li><li>Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and occasional weekend hours. The position will work one evening shift per week. </li></ul> <p>Preferred Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li>A minimum of three (3) years of progressive, professional, full-time experience in areas related to student affairs and higher education, to include student programming/services, student success and retention strategies. </li><li>Demonstrated experience planning and overseeing large-scale events. </li></ul> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Salary: $57,151.00 (plus location pay $4,000.00)</p> <p>Comprehensive benefits package: https://www.suny.edu/media/suny/content-assets/documents/benefits/benefit-summaries/UUP-FT-Benefits-at-a-Glance-Jan-2025.pdf</p> <p>Position Type: Professional</p> <p>Official Budget Title: Student Activities Assistant Director</p> <p>Campus Title: Assistant Director, Multicultural Education and Advocacy</p> <p>Department: Center for Student Leadership and Involvement</p> <p>FTE: Full-time</p> <p>Negotiating Unit: UUP</p> <p>Salary Grade: SL-3</p> <p>FLSA Status: Exempt</p> <p>The successful candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.</p> <p>The State University of New York at Old Westbury is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p> <p>If you require an accommodation for a disability in order to participate in the selection process, please contact the Office of Human Resources/Affirmative Action located in the Campus Center, Room I-211 or by calling (516) 876-3179.</p> <p>The Annual Security and Fire Report is filed as required by federal law. The purpose of this report is to provide faculty, staff and students with campus safety information, including crime statistics and safety policies and procedures. The report contains information regarding security and personal safety, including topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the previous three calendar years. You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the University Police Department (516) 876-3333 or by downloading a copy.</p> <p>Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Governor's Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@goer.ny.gov.</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please submit the following online:</p> <ul> <li>cover letter, </li><li>resume/CV, </li><li>contact information (name, email address and telephone number) for three (3) references, and </li><li>a fully completed Old Westbury employment application (available during the online application process). </li></ul> <p>Only applications submitted online will be considered.</p> <p>Internal and external search to occur simultaneously.</p> <p>CLOSING DATE FOR RECEIPT OF APPLICATIONS: July 27, 2025</p> <p>VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.</p> <p>We encourage protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, women and minorities to apply.</p> <p>Employment in this position will be contingent on the College's verification of credentials and any other information required by federal or state law, and SUNY Old Westbury polices, including the completion of pre-employment screening.</p>