Company Description:
At Augustana College, we don’t just educate students – we empower them. As a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences, we invest in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and building strong community partnerships?the driving forces of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29).
For our 2,500 students, Augustana offers a collaborative and student-focused environment, in which faculty and staff play an active role in shaping futures through hands-on learning, mentorship and leadership development. Located on a scenic, wooded campus in Rock Island, Illinois, Augustana is part of the vibrant Quad-Cities metropolitan area (pop. 470,000), about a 3-hour drive from Chicago.
We seek mission-driven professionals who are passionate about student success, innovation and making an impact. If you thrive in an environment that values curiosity, collaboration and the power of transformative education, we invite you to bring your talents to Augustana.
Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.
Job Description:
Job Title: Assistant Director of Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity & LGBTQ+ Coordinator
Status: Exempt, Full-time 12-month position
Wage: 740
Reports To: Executive Director of Inclusion and Intercultural Experiences
Overview: The Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity (OSID) partners with offices across campus to ensure that Augustana’s diverse and underrepresented students thrive both inside and outside of the classroom. As a part of the Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and in collaboration with the Division of Student Life and Division of Academic Affairs, OSID provides academic support, mentoring, social and cultural programming, and community-building opportunities with a focus on diverse and first-generation students.
The Assistant Director and LGBTQ+ Coordinator plays a central role in implementing the programs and initiatives of the Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity. This position oversees the planning, coordination, and assessment of student-centered programs that foster inclusion, belonging, and leadership development. The Assistant Director supervises student staff, manages day-to-day program operations, and serves as the primary campus contact and advocate for LGBTQ+ students. As the LGBTQ+ Coordinator, the individual will develop educational initiatives, support identity-based student organizations, and collaborate with campus partners to ensure that policies, spaces, and programming are inclusive of all gender and sexual identities.
Job Duties:
- Plan, implement, and assess programs and initiatives that foster a welcoming and inclusive environment for Augustana’s diverse student body, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ students.
- Collaborate with campus partners to design and deliver programs that promote cultural awareness, belonging, and the educational and social success of underrepresented students.
- Support the College’s student retention goals through proactive outreach, individual interventions, and participation in campus-wide retention initiatives.
- Assist with the PACE (Preparation, Awareness, Community, Engagement) Mentorship, an optional year-long program open to all first-year and transfer students, designed to promote cultural understanding and a sense of belonging.
- Supervise designated student staff, provide regular feedback, and ensure program goals and priorities are achieved.
- Partner with the Executive Director to serve as a resource and advocate for student identity-based groups.
- Serve as a campus resource in addressing incidents of harassment, bias, or insensitivity in collaboration with relevant campus offices.
- Serve as a member of the Title IX team, contributing to the College’s commitment to equity, prevention, and response under Title IX and related policies.
- Build and maintain relationships with local multicultural communities and organizations in the Quad Cities to enhance access, engagement, and mutual understanding.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop multicultural programs and educational opportunities that advance intercultural learning and inclusion.
- Coordinate Safe Zone, Augustana’s campus-wide training program dedicated to fostering a safer and more inclusive environment for LGBTQIA+ students, faculty, and staff.
- Provide LGBTQ+ education and training that encourages dialogue and understanding across the campus community.
- Serve as a standing member of the Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies (WGSS) Program advisory board.
- Support ongoing OSID and Division of DEI strategic priorities.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Education and Experience:
Education: A master’s degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, Ethnic Studies, Counseling, or a related field is preferred. A bachelor’s degree with equivalent and directly related professional experience may be considered.
Experience:
- Minimum of two years of demonstrated experience working effectively with multicultural and underrepresented student populations.
- Experience in higher education or student affairs is preferred.
- Fluency in Spanish is preferred.
Skills & Abilities:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Deep commitment to and understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and social justice within higher education.
- Demonstrated expertise and passion for working directly with students from diverse backgrounds.
- Proven ability to build and sustain a supportive community among students, peers, and campus partners.
- Appreciation for the mission and culture of a small, residential, liberal arts college.
- Knowledge of best practices and current trends in multicultural affairs, including work with BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ student populations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective community partnerships and collaborative professional relationships.
- Skill in developing, implementing, and assessing programs that advance student success and inclusion.
- Strong administrative and organizational abilities, including budget management, student supervision, event planning, and follow-up.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Canva, social media platforms, and related web applications.
Travel: This position is based on the Augustana College campus in Rock Island, Illinois, and involves limited travel. Responsibilities may include transporting students to regional and national events or conferences. A current, valid driver’s license and successful completion of an MVR (Motor Vehicle Record) check are required.
Work Environment: This position primarily operates on campus and may include flexible hours or occasional remote work in accordance with institutional policy.
Physical Requirements: This position functions in a traditional office environment and requires the ability to lift up to 15 pounds frequently. Additional physical requirements include the ability to listen, hear, speak, read, write, climb stairs, bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods. The role also requires the use of a computer and related technology to perform a variety of tasks.
Additional Information:
Pay and Benefits: This position is budgeted to pay $47,000 – $50,000 per year based upon the candidates education, skills, experience, and abilities. As a fulltime position, this position is eligible for our complete benefits package including medical, dental, vision, retirement plan with a generous company contribution, excellent paid time off/holiday benefits, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more! You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.
Augustana College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Augustana College provides equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
Application Instructions:
Application Instructions: Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume for consideration along with contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.
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