Mesalands Community College Looking for Executive Director of Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging Full Time

participate in collaborative efforts with the New Mexico Department of Higher Education and, when appropriate,
other institutions of higher learning. Additional responsibilities include serving as an ex- officio member to the President’s Commissions
on Cultural Diversity and Inclusion and providing regular updates to the President on these initiatives; supporting the work of the
Executive Director of Hispanic Outreach and Student Support programs committed to the retention and success of all students and the work of
Campus Life, Director of Admissions, Student Success, and student organizations; representing the College at events, programs, and
off-campus meetings; serving as a member of the President’s Council; collaborating with the leadership team to enhance and promote the
vision, mission, goals, and programs of the College; and all other duties as assigned.

All employees have competitive salaries,
excellent benefits and potential for growth.

The Executive Director for Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and Belonging is
accountable for the following duties:

•  Develop, implement, assess, and revise, as needed, a diversity, equity and
  inclusion strategic plan which aligns with the College’s strategic plan
• Establish data-driven metrics and conduct assessments
  using institutional data to benchmark and to promote accountability and success
• Develop, present, and coordinate diversity,
  harassment, and discrimination training opportunities for students, faculty, and staff in accordance with the DEI strategic plan
• Create and share diversity stories to keep DEI a focus for the College
• Develop positive, purposeful groups and teams within the
  College to support faculty, staff, and students from underrepresented backgrounds to enhance campus climate culture for all participants and
  respond to acts of intolerance
• Support the work of programs committed to the retention and success of diverse students, and the
  work of Campus Life, Admissions, Student Success, and student organizations in their diversity, inclusion and justice programs, activities,
  orientations, and service-learning opportunities
• Serves as the College’s Title IX, ADA, EEOC, and Compliance Officer
• Regularly report to the President and Board of Trustees on diversity, equity and inclusion progress and achievements
• Maintain
  regular, open, respectful communications with faculty, staff, and students to keep them apprised of initiatives and opportunities
• Build relationships with off-campus constituencies and community partners
• Represent the College at events, programs, and
  off-campus meetings
• Serve as a member of the President’s Council
• Act as liaison between the President and College
  community about issues related to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Evaluate programs, activities and services related to diversity,
  equity, and inclusion
• Assess campus needs and identify new opportunities for programs, activities, and services
• Collaborate with leadership team to enhance and promote vision, mission, goals, and programs of the College and prevent decisions that
  harm the College
• Motivate others to commit or recommit to diversity, equity, and inclusion
• All other duties as
  assigned 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: The successful candidate must meet
the following criteria:

• Requires a master’s degree in educational leadership, social justice, human resources, or a
  related field conferred by a regionally-accredited institution.
• The successful candidate will have a minimum of three years working
  with diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging, preferably in a diverse comprehensive community college
• The successful candidate
  will be an excellent oral and written communicator with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, a keen interest in attracting
  and retaining a diverse student, faculty, and staff population, and an ability to work collaboratively and effectively within a diverse
  community.
• The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of DEI issues and best practices in higher education as
  well as be able to speak extemporaneously about those issues and effectively persuade and influence stakeholders to view opportunities
  through a DEI lens.
• The successful candidate will also have excellent, proven facilitation skills and be willing and able to build
  consensus as well as facilitate challenging conversations between individuals and groups.
• The successful candidate will possess
  outstanding analytical, organizational, and budget management skills
• The successful candidate will be experienced at assessing and
  evaluating programs
• The successful candidate must be skilled at preparing policies using data; supervisory experience; and
  knowledge of and familiarity with Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, the ADA, and other applicable federal and state laws, regulations, and
  guidelines.
• The successful candidate must contribute to the positive spirit of MCC through an engaging, fun, and welcoming demeanor
  with students, colleagues, staff, and the community

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Preference
  for candidates with a doctoral degree in a related field or near completion of a doctoral degree in a related field conferred from a
  regionally-accredited institution.
• Preference for candidates who have worked in an Hispanic-Serving Institution or a Rural-Serving
  Institution
• Preference for candidates who have 3 or more years of experience serving underrepresented, minority, under-resourced,
  or low-income communities.
• Preference for candidates with leadership experience including committee leadership or special project
  assignments, in the educational or non-educational sectors.
• Preference to candidates who have experience with or embrace a student
  success agenda.
• Preference to candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish. 

Language
skills:

Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills a must. Ability to read and interpret texts related to the discipline;
documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions; and procedure manuals. Ability to write required reports and
correspondence, and memos. Ability to effectively present information to individuals and groups of students and others from within Mesalands
Community College and out in the community.

degree, and transfer on-campus into the University Center where they may
complete bachelors, masters, and doctoral degrees without leaving the Mesalands campus. Mesalands is a member of the NJCCA Athletic
Conference for golf and cross country and NJCCAE for eSports. MCC is the proud home of nationally-ranked rodeo. MCC is a Hispanic Serving
and Rural Serving Institution, a member of Excelencia in Education, Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities, and a leader in
student success and access through guided pathways.

Closing Date:

The position is open until filled with first
review of applications will begin immediately.

To Apply:

Applicants must submit: 1) a cover letter; 2) a resume; 3)
a completed Mesalands Community College Employment Application; 4) unofficial copies of college transcripts. References and former employers
will be contacted. Applicants will be notified if selected for an interview. Search may be extended if additional candidates are needed.

Mailed or fax applications will not be accepted. Use the following link to complete the Mesalands Community College Employment
Application and attach required documents.

https://www.mesalands.edu/faculty-and-staff/employment/