Job Listing
University of New Mexico
Position Title: Program Coordinator
Department: VP for Equity and Inclusion
Salary Grade: 10
Salary: $14.03 - $16.37 (hourly)
Work Location: UNM Main Campus (Abq)
For Best Consideration: 07/25/2010
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Position Type: Staff
Appointment Type: Staff - Regular
Posting Department Website: Office for Equity & Inclusion
Position Summary
The University of New Mexico Office for Equity & Inclusion is conducting a search for a Program Coordinator to establish and launch the administrative and operations foundation of the Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgender, Questioning (LGBTQ) Resource Center. The LGBTQ Resource Center is a newly established entity whose mission is to provide service to UNM students, faculty, and staff of all gender identities and sexual orientations through support, advocacy, education, and safety. The selected candidate's day-to-day reporting will be to the Vice-President for Equity & Inclusion. The candidate will be required to work collaboratively with UNM departments and organizations as well as local, state, regional, and national programs, enterprises, and/or projects committed to serving as an ally and support for the LGBTQ community. This is a unique and challenging position that requires the application and use of a wide spectrum of skills, including, but not limited to: establishing appropriate and pertinent educational programming and special events; designing and assembling leadership development opportunities; fundraising and grant-garnering success; making appropriate referrals to an established network of student service entities; developing and implementing effective training modules and seminars; data analysis techniques; and engaging partnership and collaborative efforts to support university-wide diversity initiatives. Candidates who are self-motivated and creative; possess successful experience working in a higher education arena; and have significant interest and commitment to establishing a positive, supportive, and diverse team are encouraged to apply.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
Ability to:
- Provide leadership in establishing a Resource Center that will provide support, advocacy, education, and safety to students, faculty, and staff of all gender identities and sexual orientations
- Engage and work with other units/programs on campus to address diversity, equity and inclusion
- Interact with students, faculty, and/or staff in a team environment
- Make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments
Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
This is a full-time, benefits eligible position.
The University of New Mexico (UNM) provides a diversified package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. For a more complete explanation of the benefits, visit http://hr.unm.edu/prospectemp.php.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED; at least 5 years of experience that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Preferred Qualifications
An understanding of all manifestations of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create awareness and support for these groups.
Experience working with diverse populations, especially with LGBTQ communities.
Experience in/with
- UNM Policies and Procedures
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- Experience in developing and conducting training/educational programs
This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the USUNM Collective Bargaining Agreement.
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To Apply
visit unmjobs.unm.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=58558
Required Applicant Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Writing Sample
The Cover letter will serve as a Writing Sample. Please describe what makes you uniquely qualified for the LGBTQ Coordinator position, specifically detailing and citing examples of your experience working with LGBTQ populations, your initiative and leadership experience in a higher education setting, and/or your fundraising and grant-garnering success.
University of New Mexico is committed to promoting and supporting the diversity of our campuses. UNM is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Date Posted: July 24, 2010.