Director for Student Cultural Engagement

Wayne State College is seeking a dynamic and visionary individual to serve as our Director for Student Cultural Engagement. This role is pivotal in fostering a vibrant and inclusive campus community where all students feel valued, respected, and empowered to engage in meaningful cultural experiences. This person will develop and implement innovative strategies to enhance cultural awareness, understanding, and appreciation among students.

 

1. Work collaboratively with the campus community to create an environment that supports a safe and welcoming teaching and learning environment which provides opportunities for meaningful access and engagement for all students.
2. Serve as a mentor and support system for students from underrepresented communities and perspectives.
3. Develop and manage agreements and pathway programs with stakeholders (including but not limited to Little Priest Tribal College, Nebraska Indian Community College).
4. Advise student groups associated with underrepresented communities.
5. Perform all duties associated with the NCAA Athletic Diversity and Inclusion Designee. Designee will be the point person for all diversity and inclusion-related information between conference offices, campuses, and the NCAA.
6. Manage the international programs office by supporting students, engaging the community, and developing and managing agreements.
7. Convene and support the President’s Advisory Council.
8. Manage the unit’s budget.
9. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s Degree.
• Experience leading and managing programs promoting student engagement and meaningful access and opportunities to all students.

Wayne State College serves as a model of success for regional public higher education. Investments in infrastructure and facilities, expanded academic programs and partnerships, a whole-campus approach to recruitment and retention, and a commitment to strategic planning position the College as a strong member of the Nebraska State College System. More than 4,500 students rely on Wayne State for access to graduate and undergraduate degree programs in more than 130 programs of study each year, a role the College has proudly filled since its founding in 1891. Our goals are clear: continually improve retention and graduation rates, provide high-quality academic programs and campus facilities, support workforce and economic development in the region, maintain affordability and access, and manage resources for sustainability. We invite qualified applicants to join us in our important work.