Diversity and Community Engagement Coordinator - University of Pittsburgh

Office of the Dean-Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (24007284)

The Dean’s Office in the Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences and College of General Studies is seeking a Diversity and Community Engagement Coordinator responsible for the creation and implementation of diversity training and programming. Key projects include diversity foundation training, experiencing Pittsburgh communities program, a staff mentoring program, and customized diversity trainings for faculty, staff, and students. Assists in the committee searches for positions in the school. Assists with diversity events within the school. Incumbent reports to the Director of Equity and Community Engagement and together they meet with community partners to identify collaborative opportunities with the Dietrich School and College of General Studies.

The successful candidate must be able to work independently, use critical thinking skills, have exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, as well as excellent presentation and facilitation skills. Candidate must also have keen attention to detail. 

Job Summary

Provides ongoing consulting, coaching, training, guidance, and expert advice to individuals and leaders across the University. Provides functional expertise for needed design and ongoing management solutions. Identifies and analyzes workforce learning and development needs and utilizes the University's mission and values to inform overall strategy and goals. Assists in organizing cross-functional team workshops online and in-person.

Essential Functions 

Incumbent must be capable of oral and written communication, be able to talk on the telephone, be able to use a computer and keyboard, and be able to use video communication technology (Zoom, Teams, etc.). Incumbent must be able to engage in conversations involving sensitive topics with discretion and care.

Physical Effort 

While the position is primarily sedentary, the employee will need to attend meetings/events/activities at various locations across campus and throughout the community.

The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.

The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.

 Assignment Category Full-time regular

Job Classification Staff.Organizational Development Specialist

Job Family Human Resources

Job Sub-Family Learning & Development

Campus Pittsburgh

Minimum Education Level Required Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required 2

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.

Work Schedule Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm; with some evening events and activities required

Work Arrangement Hybrid: Combination of On-Campus and Remote work as determined by the department.

Hiring Range To be determined based on qualifications

Relocation Offered No

Visa Sponsorship Provided No

Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check

Child Protection Clearances Not Applicable

Required Documents Resume, Cover Letter

Optional Documents Not Applicable

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