Coordinator of Restorative Practices, Diversity Education
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 3, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000
The Division of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion invites applicants to submit interest for the position of Coordinator of Restorative Practices and Diversity Education. This is an in-person, full-time position working closely with a small team of diversity educators to provide outreach and support to faculty, staff, and students throughout the campus and greater community within the UDiversity Educational Institute. The Coordinator of Restorative Practices and Diversity Education is a creative, flexible collaborator and a trauma-informed educator interested in building relationships with campus stakeholders through meaningful engagement with education, outreach, and consulting with small and large groups. This position requires the ability to navigate difficult conversations with compassion and empathy. The successful candidate must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.
The Institute provides workshops and guidance for engagement around issues of equity, classroom, and workplace inclusion while emphasizing the importance of diversity in the greater community. The Coordinator of Restorative Practices and Diversity Education reports to the Assistant Director of UDiversity.
Note: Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position. Telecommuting or working from home is not an option for this position.
The essential responsibilities are as follows:
- Customize and facilitate workshops for faculty, staff, and students from the campus community.
- Facilitate services consist of restorative practice, restorative justice, racial healing circles with offered guidance on workplace/classroom strategies to reduce bias, increase civility, and promote a sense of belonging.
- Stay current with trends in equity and inclusion practices, policies, and research to inform the development of the training curriculum.
- Collaborate and guide student employees on projects.
- Track and analyze metrics from surveys to measure the effectiveness of workshops. Utilize results to enhance pedagogical strategies and improve the learning experience.
- Communicate effectively and manage client relationships by responding to campus constituents in a timely, respectful, and professional manner.
- Assist with scheduling and coordinating consultations, meetings, events, and training sessions.
- Assist with setting up, maintaining, and breaking down training sessions.
- Assist with editing and marketing educational and promotional materials.
- Complete general administrative duties as assigned by the assistant director pertinent to the role.
- Partake in professional development to maintain and/or earn credentials and advance skills.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree
- Experience in diversity education, restorative justice practices, and/or racial healing circles
- Experience organizing, customizing, and designing workshop and/or course curriculum
- Experience working in a team environment collaboratively with various stakeholders and units within an organization
- Experience with working various technological web-based platforms (e.g., Canva, Flip, Zoom, MS Teams)
- Master's degree
- Experience in a higher education setting
- Experience teaching classes, and designing curriculum for courses
- Experience with adult education or corporate training
- Experience with trauma-informed practices
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=172043
Deadline for Internal Applicants: February 15, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
