(NAME-MCE) Green River Community College

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Good  afternoon 
Green River Community  College is currently recruiting for a Director of 
Diversity Services.  If  you have an available listserv someone might be able to 
forward this to or any contacts who might be interested, please  feel free to 
do so.  We look forward to building a strong candidate pool  for this exciting 
opportunity. Thank you for your  time and consideration 
Kelly Blackwood,  PHR 
HR Consultant 3-  Recruiting 
Green River Community  College 
Auburn,  WA 
_www.greenriver.edu_ (http://www.greenriver.edu/)  





     
Green  River Community College is located on a 168-acre wooded site near 
Auburn,  Washington, about 30 miles from both Seattle and Tacoma.  The college  
opened in 1965 and enrolls over 9,000 students, includes 11 instructional  
divisions and 50 vocational programs, and employs over 1000 full and  part-time 
staff.  Green River Community College recognizes that  embracing diversity 
maximizes faculty and staff contribution to our goals  and provides the best 
opportunity for student achievement.  

Director  of Diversity Services
($46,000 - $51,000)   
     
Reports  to: Dean of Student Services and Retention  
Department:  Diversity Services   
Position  Type: Exempt  
Opens:   May 16, 2008  
Closes:  June 20, 2008   
  
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POSITION  PURPOSE:  
The  Director of Diversity Services is responsible for the leadership,  
coordination, and strategic direction for the College’s comprehensive  diversity 
and equity initiatives. The individual in this position works  collaboratively 
with college administration, faculty, and students to  create a strong, 
supportive and inclusive environment for underrepresented  students and is 
responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating  support services and activities. 
 This position coordinates  intellectual discourse among students, staff, 
faculty to promote the  social benefits of diversity and multiculturalism; and 
investigates ways  to increase multicultural representation and enhance 
graduation rates. The  Director of Diversity Services also performs administrative 
functions such  as budget management, strategic planning, policy development, 
customer  service, and assessment.  
SPECIFIC  DUTIES: 
Leadership  and Strategic Direction: 
    *   Consult  with campus community in addressing issues of recruitment 
and retention  of ethnic underrepresented students.  
    *   Facilitate  activities, programs, and dialogue campus-wide to promote 
diversity  throughout the college community.  
    *   Act  as liaison to the GRCC campus in terms of program content, 
policies and  procedures; develop and implement new procedures and exercise  
independent judgment in interpreting and applying rules and regulations.   
    *   Serve  as a member of the President’s Commission on Diversity and the 
 Multicultural and Equity Council (MEC) in developing and/or implementing  
campus-wide strategic diversity initiatives.  
    *   Develop  and foster relationships with staff and faculty to promote 
professional  development opportunities and curriculum development in the areas 
of  diversity.  
    *   Provide  leadership and guidance to advisors and student clubs; 
implement  multicultural programs and activities in collaboration with student  
leaders.  
    *   Act  as a resource for multicultural issues, e.g. participate in 
student  leadership training, Center for Teaching and Learning workshops; manage  
and acquire resource materials for Diversity Services.  
Coordination  Responsibilities: 
    *   Attend  and participate in meetings and trainings related to the 
College Success  Foundation (CSF), the Passport to College Program, and community 
support  organizations.  
    *   Foster  communication and provide services to CSF scholars at GRCC; 
work closely  with CSF feeder schools in order to recruit students to GRCC.   
    *   Evaluate  student learning outcomes and effectiveness of CAP program, 
Passport to  College program and other diversity initiatives. Assist with 
academic  monitoring of underrepresented students and follow-up with students in  
academic difficulty. 
Program  Responsibilities: 
    *   Update  supervisor via weekly staff meetings/ emails/ written 
documentation;  participate in campus meetings including but not limited to 
department  meetings, Student Services Leadership, MEC or meetings as directed by  
supervisor in order to hear campus concerns and offer program services.   
    *   Supervise,  and evaluate the Commencement Achievement Program Support 
Supervisor and  part-time hourly staff.  
    *   Maintain  accurate records of office operations and budget expenses 
to satisfy  various reporting and auditing requirements and funding proposals.  
 
    *   Administer  continual program improvement efforts; including 
evaluative program  assessment and revision.  
    *   Seek  alternative funding opportunities through grant writing and 
active  participation in campus grant initiatives.  
    *   Other  duties as assigned.
MINIMUM  QUALIFICATIONS: 
    *   Master’s  Degree required in student development, social work, 
cultural diversity,  multicultural education, or related field.  
    *   Outstanding  commitment and significant experience working with 
underrepresented  populations.  
    *   Two  years experience in an educational setting providing direct 
service to  students.  
    *   Demonstrated  ability to develop, coordinate and implement student 
workshops.   
    *   Demonstrated  supervisory experience.  
    *   Excellent  verbal, written and communication skills.  
    *   Demonstrated  proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. 
PREFERRED  QUALIFICATIONS: 
    *   Minimum  of 2-3 years of professional experience in a college or 
university  setting  
    *   Established  record of experience in working with underrepresented 
students.   
    *   Experience  advising student groups.  
    *   Assessment  and budget oversight.  
    *   Grant  Writing experience.
The  desired candidate will also demonstrate: 
    *   The  ability to contribute to the College’s commitment to diversity 
by  fostering a climate of multicultural understanding and appreciation.   
    *   Ethics,  integrity, confidentiality and sound professional judgment.  
 
    *   Strong  administrative skills.  
    *   The  ability to effectively convey ideas and information verbally and 
in  writing using language that is appropriate to both the complexity of the  
topic and the knowledge and understanding of the reader.   
    *   Proven  track record of strong organizational, communication, 
follow-through,  and problem-solving abilities.  
    *   Demonstrated  ability to work collaboratively and effectively in the 
interests of a  diverse student body and campus community. 
TERMS  OF EMPLOYMENT: 
This  is an exempt position with an annual salary range of $46,000 to  
$51,000.  Position includes an excellent state benefits package  (health and dental 
plans, participation in TIAA-CREF Retirement Plan, 24  vacation days per year, 
11 paid holidays per year, and 12 sick days per  year).  Other fringe 
benefits include tuition exemption, convenient  daycare, and on-campus fitness 
center.  Occasional work occurs during  the evenings and on weekends. 
APPLICATION  PROCEDURE:   An  application packet may be requested by 
contacting the Office of Human  Resources at (253)833-9111, extension 3320, email, 
_hr at greenriver.edu_ (mailto:hr at greenriver.edu) , or _www.greenriver.edu/hr_ 
(http://www.greenriver.edu/hr) .  To  receive full consideration, application 
should be submitted to GRCC Human  Resources by the closing date.  Completed 
applications must consist  of: 
    1.  Green  River Community College Application [Link to document in _MS  
Word _ 
(http://www.greenriver.edu/hr/positions/exempt_admin/active/EXEMPTAPP.doc)  or _PDF_ 
(http://www.greenriver.edu/hr/positions/exempt_admin/active/EXEMPTAPP.pdf) ]   
    2.  _Demographic  Data Form _ 
(http://www.greenriver.edu/hr/demographic/DemographicDataForm.doc)  [Your voluntary cooperation is appreciated.]   
    3.  Current  resume/vita  
    4.  Cover  letter giving specific examples from work experience for each 
item  listed under specific duties, minimum, and preferred qualifications  
(maximum 3 pages) 

Please  submit all application materials on plain white bond paper (no 
cardstock  or colored paper).  Please do not staple materials and please do not  
submit materials other than those listed above. 
Incomplete  applications will not be considered.  Other unsolicited  
materials will not be shared with the selection committee and will not be  returned to 
the applicant.  Applicants are encouraged to submit  materials as soon as 
possible.  Applicants who fax or e-mail  materials must then forward original 
signed materials.  The completed  application package and all materials submitted 
with it become the  property of the college and will not be returned. 
Mail  application materials to:    
Office  of Human Resources 
Green  River Community College 
12401  - S.E. 320th St. 
Auburn,  WA  98092-3699 
Selection  Procedure:  A  selection committee will screen all applications.  
Candidates maybe  contacted on a conference call.  Selected candidates will be 
invited  for personal interviews.    
EQUAL  OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:  Green  River Community College is a committed 
equal opportunity employer and  educator and operates under an affirmative 
action policy.  The  college is committed to meeting its diversity needs.  We 
strongly  encourage all qualified applicants, ESPECIALLY ETHNIC AND RACIAL  
MINORITIES, WOMEN, PERSONS OF DISABILITY, PERSONS OVER THE AGE OF 40, AND  
VIETNAM-ERA VETERANS to apply.  It is the responsibility of  applicants selected for 
interview to notify the college of any  accommodations required as a result of a 
disability covered under the  Americans with Disabilities Act.   

Additional  information about Green River Community College at: 
_http://www.greenriver.edu/_ (http://www.greenriver.edu/) 







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