Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Special Programs Coordinator

Job Details

University Prep - Seattle, WA

Full-Time Salaried Non-Exempt

4 Year Degree

Education

Description

Reports to: Director of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging

FTE: Full-Time, Academic Year plus one week before and one week after

UPrep is seeking a talented, engaging, and compassionate Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Special Programs Coordinator to help us advance our vision of being an inclusive community of learners that provides an outstanding education for each individual in a diverse student population. We are looking for someone who can work effectively independently as well as part of a team. We need a leader who understands best practices in promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and who is passionate about working with middle and upper school students and enhancing student life.

Who We Are:

Job Summary:

Under minimal supervision, the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging Special Programs Coordinator supports the Director and Program Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging by coordinating activities, as well as planning and facilitating events and programs in the areas of DEIB.

Specific Responsibilities:

Programs

Student Programming:

Helps plan student leadership trips and trainings

Chaperones students during overnight and day programs

Works with the Director and Program Manager of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging to plan and execute our various whole school events: Puma Heritage Celebration, Social Justice Week, Night Market.

LEAD (Listen, Engage, Acknowledge, Discuss) Program Director

Works with the 4 student LEAD executives to develop, plan, and coordinate the LEAD program

Oversees all LEADers (~55-60 students) and manages the LEAD Schoology page and schedule

Creates a process for feedback to both LEADers and LEAD adults

Works with Assistant Division Heads to coordinate LEAD conversations and logistics

Communicates with the community about LEAD topics and dates

Service:

Works with the DEIB department to build and strengthen community service opportunities for students

Advises US Students of Service club

Markets, plans, and coordinates community volunteer opportunities

Tracks, monitors, and problem-solves student service hour input into MobileServ or other service-management tracking system

Maintains and grows community service and service-learning partners

General Responsibilities

Serves as an advisor to 10-12 students

Serves on teams and committees, as assigned

Establishes and cultivates community relations by maintaining open dialogue with all of the schools constituencies

Actively participates in the full life of the school

Vigorously engages in their own professional development

Is familiar with and complies with all policies and regulations as put forth in the schools documents

Since safety and security are everyone's responsibility, takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, faculty, staff, equipment, materials and facilities

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

A bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university required

2-3 years experience working with middle and high school students required

Experience and interest in working with both middle and upper School students and families required

Experience with DEIB programming required

Experience in a school environment preferred

Experience in areas of social justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion preferred

Proficiency in more than one language preferred

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with multiple constituents

Ability and desire to be collaborative and flexible with a genuine enthusiasm for working with students and adults on and off campus

A genuine joy, enthusiasm, and passion for students and for education

Ability to balance independent work and self-management

Ability to confidently and creatively problem solve

Strong attention to detail

Skills in project and budget management

Experience in Microsoft Excel and other database programs

Ability to maintain confidential information

Flexibility, maturity, and a sense of humor

Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusivity

Proficient at working in a Microsoft Windows environment, using Office, including Outlook; ability to master common automated systems for record keeping, and confidently learn new technology; Experience with school-focused technology is a plus

Ability to talk on the phone

Ability to sit and keyboard up to 8 hours per day

Ability to attend overnights

Some travel required, local and national

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range is $58,000-$64,000 based on education and years of experience. UPrep offers a comprehensive and generous benefits package intended to support and promote the health and well-being, work/life balance, and financial security of our faculty, staff, and their families. Benefits are listed on our careers page and include: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Employer-Seeded Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer-Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Employer-Paid Life Insurance, Voluntary Life Insurance, 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer contribution and match after one year of service, Paid Time Off, Paid Parental Leave after one year of service, and Professional Development opportunities.

Complete our online employment application and upload your résumé and a cover letter telling us why you are interested in and qualified for this position.

Position open until filled. No phone calls or drop-ins please.

University Prep does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, caste, national or ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, disability, use of a trained service animal, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to admissions and administration of all its programs, as well as to all areas of employment.