Director of the Multicultural Resource Center

Amherst College
United States, Massachusetts, Amherst
6 East Drive (Show on map)
Sep 07, 2024
Director of the Multicultural Resource Center Amherst Campus Full Time JR5351 Amherst has taken a leadership role among highly selective liberal arts colleges and universities in successfully diversifying the racial, socio-economic, and geographic profile of its student body. The College is similarly committed to enriching its educational experience and its culture through the diversity of its faculty, administration and staff. Job Description: Amherst College invites applications for the Director of the Multicultural Resource Center position. The Director of the Multicultural Resource Center is a full-time, year-round position, starting at $80,000 per year - commensurate with experience. Given Amherst's distinction as one of the most diverse liberal arts colleges in the country, the successful candidate will demonstrate the ways in which they bring value to and will work towards supporting a broadly diverse community. Reporting to the Senior Director of Identity and Cultural Engagement, the Director of the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) is responsible for overseeing staffing, budgeting, day-to-day operations, and programming for the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC). This role supports the overall mission of the Office of Identity and Cultural Resources and the Office of Student Affairs division. The centers play a crucial role in fostering identity development and community engagement on campus. The Director collaborates with the Office of Identity & Cultural Resources (OICR)- including the Class and Access Resource Center, Queer Resource Center, Center for International Student Engagement, Center for Religious and Spiritual Life, and the Women's & Gender Center - as well as with other campus partners such as the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Provost and Dean of the Faculty, Alumni & Parent Programs, and Advancement. This collaboration involves creating educational, social, and cultural programming that centers and affirms the diverse communities served by the Centers. The Director is committed to advancing the mission of the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) by providing education, support, community, and advocacy. The Director is dedicated to creating and offering immersive opportunities for co-curricular learning and leadership development. Grounded in the principles of intersectionality, the MRC serves as a space for the Amherst community to engage in discussions that deepen our collective understanding of racialized experiences. Additionally, the Director acts as a programming resource for identity-based groups on campus. The Director actively supports a diverse workforce and contributes to the College's initiatives to foster a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment. This role is an in-person position (with some opportunity for hybrid work during scheduled academic breaks) and requires flexibility to work occasional nights and weekends as needed. Summary of Responsibilities: Management, Operations, & Supervision Manages the daily operations of the Multicultural Resource Center Hire, onboard, and supervise student staff Assist with hiring, onboarding, and supervising professional staff Supports professional staff in enhancing their professional and personal development opportunities, both on and off-campus Serves as a key member of the Office of Identity & Cultural Resources Leadership Team Engages in strategic planning and assessment for the Multicultural Resource Center Collects, analyzes data, and prepares annual reports Oversees budget planning and monitors expenditures Continuously evaluates operational efficiencies and identifies opportunities to streamline processes Assesses resource allocations and makes recommendations for necessary support systems Assists the professional staff in managing communications efforts through the website, social media, newsletters, and other channels Programs & Initiatives Develops and implements academic and co-curricular programming within the centers and in collaboration with other campus organizations to build community, provide education, and create skills-building opportunities that integrate social, academic, personal, political, and career development, enhancing the Amherst experience Designs and leads campus programs, workshops, and training sessions that align with the mission of the center Encourages involvement from faculty, staff, alumni, and community members through intellectual, social, and cultural programming Supports the promotion and integration of engagement, mentorship, and leadership programs in partnership with campus stakeholders Plans and executes initiatives that foster cultural awareness across the campus community Collaborates at both divisional and institutional levels to develop multicultural programming, workshops, and training that advance intersectional and interdisciplinary commitments to inclusive excellence Implements policies in collaboration with campus partners to support students of color Develops assessment protocols to evaluate social and resource-based programs As a member of the Office of Identity and Cultural Resources, collaborate to co-create, develop, assess, and implement programs, resources, and services that emphasize the intersections of identity and community Collaboration Serve as a resource and collaborate with campus offices and Five College campuses Serve on a Cultural Heritage Committee working group Participate in campus-wide committees and working groups as needed Engage with diverse academic, administrative, and off-campus stakeholders to support the mission of the Multicultural Resource Center (MRC) as well as broader diversity and inclusion efforts Qualifications: Required Master's degree 4-5 years of progressive experience working with diverse student populations, including BIPOC, first-generation, low-income, and non-traditional students in higher education and student affairs Proven experience in cross-cultural program development and implementation, advising, and/or student services Experience in designing, delivering, and evaluating student programs, with a focus on leadership development Demonstrated strong project management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Extensive experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation Strong leadership abilities Proficient in cross-cultural awareness and competence, with effective verbal and written communication skills Preferred Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, Student Affairs, Counseling, Social Justice, Leadership, or a related area Amherst College offers many opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement. Amherst College is pleased to provide a comprehensive, highly competitive benefits package that meets the needs of staff and faculty and their families. Benefits are an important part of our overall compensation, so it is critical that you review all of the options to ensure it meets your total compensation requirements. Click here for Benefits Information. Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume and cover letter online at https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/Amherst_Jobs. Please be sure to upload all requested documents prior to clicking Submit. Applications cannot be revised once submitted. (Current employees and students should apply by clicking on the Jobs Hub icon from their Workday home screen) Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. To apply, visit https://amherst.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Amherst_Jobs/job/Amherst-Campus/Director-of-the-Multicultural-Resource-Center_JR5351 jeid-630cb8efd572a74fb6ae27a2ab8a78af