Assistant Director for Programming, Intercultural & Diversity Center
Position Title Assistant Director for Programming, Intercultural & Diversity Center
The Division of Student Life is accepting applications for the Assistant Director for Programming position with the Intercultural and Diversity Cente r. In this role, you will be instrumental for realizing the mission of the Intercultural and Diversity Center. Directly and through effective supervision of IDC staff, you will focus on creating and implementing weekly, monthly, and annual programming designed to celebrate diversity, promote inclusiveness, educate the campus on social justice issues, and increase a sense of belonging for all UB students.
Your responsibilities include:
- Recruit, train, and supervise up to two Graduate Assistants and a team of Student Assistants.
- Manage the student Work Study payroll and IDC programming budget ($45,000).
- Create, implement, and manage new programs and initiatives for all students with a focus on supporting underserved student populations including but not limited to students of color.
- Help create and establish the priorities for the Intercultural and Diversity Center including but not limited to the development of policies and procedures.
- Create and implement new programs that create a greater sense of belonging for underserved student populations including but not limited to students of color.
- Develop and build relationships with stakeholders from across campus and in the community.
- Plan and implement weekly, monthly, and annual programs focused on celebrating diversity and inclusion including Heritage Month Celebrations.
- Reach out to different student populations, including but not limited to students of color, students of different religions, students with disabilities, international students, and commuter students.
Situated on a flagship research institution comprised of diverse and academically talented students, The Intercultural and Diversity Center ( IDC ) has a well-established reputation on campus for providing meaningful opportunities for students to explore their and others' various identities through inventive and inclusive programming, and meaningful diversity training. The IDC also serves as a comfortable and informal physical space on campus where students can relax and feel at home.
Our team recognizes the advantages diverse perspectives and backgrounds bring to the workplace. We are particularly interested in candidates who share this value and will work to achieve the university's goals of inclusive excellence.
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- Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life.
University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2 years of experience or master's degree or professional certification
- Experience working in higher education or related field
- Full-time experience working with diverse populations and implementing successful diversity programs
- Supervisory experience
- Highly developed interpersonal, organizational, written, and oral communication skills
- The able to demonstrate multicultural competency
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Higher Education or related field
- Experience working with and advocating for students of color
- Extensive knowledge of and demonstrated success with utilizing multicultural/diversity models and theories
- Demonstrated success collaborating with other offices or departments to meet departmental and university goals
Physical Demands
Salary Range
Salary Range $57,151 - $60,000
Additional Salary Information
Job Type
Job Type Full-Time
Campus
Campus North Campus
Posting Alerts
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
Is a background check required for this posting?
Is a background check required for this posting? No
Contact Information
Contact's Name
Contact's Pronouns
Contact's Title
Contact's Title Director, Intercultural and Diversity Center
Contact's Email
Contact's Phone
Contact's Phone 716-###-####
Posting Dates
Posted
Posted 07/10/2025
Deadline for Internal Applicants
Deadline for Internal Applicants 07/24/2025
Deadline for External Applicants
Deadline for External Applicants 08/08/2025
Date to be filled
Date to be filled 09/25/2025
References
Number of References Required
Number of References Required 3
Reference Cutoff Date
Instructions to Applicant
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What will be the highest level of education attained by the time of employment?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters Degree
- PhD/Doctoral Degree
- MD
- JD
- * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo.
- Faculty
- Faculty Student Association (FSA)
- Research Foundation Employee
- State Classified
- State Professional
- UB Foundation
- TA/GA
- Student
- No Current Employment Affiliation
- * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity?
- AcademicKeys.com
- CareerExposure.com
- CareerWomen.com
- Chronicle of Higher Education
- DiversitySearch.com
- GoogleJobs.com
- HERCjobs.org
- HigherEdJobs.com
- IMDiversity.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- MBACareers.com
- Conference
- Personal Referral
- UBJobs.buffalo.edu
- Other
- * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?
UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request. Reasonable accommodation requests must be made in a timely manner by email at
[email protected] or by phone 716-###-####.#J-18808-Ljbffr