GSSA for DEI Certificate Program Professional & Academic Development Team

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　　How to Apply

　　A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and must be attached as the first page of your resume.

　　The letter should address your specific interest in and fit with this GSSA position.

　　Please include your University Department/Program affiliation and year in graduate studies.

　　Summary

　　Rackham is committed to enhancing the development and training offerings related to diversity, equity, and inclusion for all graduate students and postdoctoral fellows through itsProfessional Development DEI Certificate program (https://rackham.umich.edu/professional-development/dei-certificate/) . This program is designed to prepare participants to work in a diverse environment while fostering a climate of inclusivity. The program cultivates DEI leaders to meaningfully contribute to and lead DEI efforts on campus and in their future workplaces. This position provides program support for the DEI Certificate program and reports to the Assistant Director coordinating the DEI Certificate program. This GSSA position is ideal for scholars that are interested in working with graduate students to expand and apply their knowledge and skills related to DEI.

　　Appointment Period: Spring/Summer 2024 (This position is for one term with renewal for Fall 2024 contingent upon completion of performance expectations and available funding).

　　Estimated FTE: 50% (20 hours per week)

　　Compensation: This appointment provides tuition, required fees, stipend (at the GEO negotiated GSSA monthly rate), GradCare health insurance, and dental insurance (Option 1).

　　Number of applicants from last academic year: 25

　　Course Description

　　This program is designed to prepare participants to work in a diverse environment while fostering a climate of inclusivity. The program cultivates DEI leaders to meaningfully contribute to and lead DEI efforts on campus and in their future workplaces. This position provides program support for the DEI Certificate program and reports to the Assistant Director coordinating the DEI Certificate program. This GSSA position is ideal for scholars that are interested in working with graduate students to expand and apply their knowledge and skills related to DEI.

　　Responsibilities*

　　Duties will include:

　　Manage the online dashboard to track program participant application in collaboration with Rackham ITS team

　　Manage participants progress to completion using the Canvas Course Management System.

　　Draft consistent communications to certificate program participants in collaboration with Rackham Communications team and/or Rackham DEI Certificate Program Managers.

　　Compile DEI training opportunities and offerings on campus

　　Compile and analyze program evaluation and participant data and draft reports on the program for stakeholders

　　Respond to the needs of DEI certificate participants via email, Canvas, and Zoom.

　　Assist with the planning and implementation of DEI student programming, including support of the certificate orientation session and workshops as needed

　　Support DEI-related events, some of which may take place outside regular business hours

　　Assist in the planning and execution of the final ceremony/celebration

　　Assist Senior Program Manager with bio book for participants

　　Collaborate with Rackham Communication team to develop ideas for using video, social media and marketing to connect with students and promote the program

　　Serve as a liaison for the DEI certificate program and communicate and/or attend meetings with partners

　　Apply rubric to provide feedback on the diversity statements submitted by program participants to fulfill the certificate capstone assignment

　　Conduct program progress reports to the DEI Certificate staff upon request

　　Assist in the facilitation/co-facilitation of workshops and programs for the DEI Certificate program when called upon to do so

　　Act as additional support DEI certificate workshops and programs when requested by DEI Certificate and PDE Staff.

　　Address questions or inquiries emailed to the [email protected] mailbox

　　The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed and are not an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities.

　　NOTE: SOME FLEXIBILITY OF SCHEDULED WORK HOURS IS REQUIRED, INCLUDING EVENINGS OR WEEKENDS ON A PRIOR SCHEDULED BASIS.

　　Required Qualifications*

　　Applicants must be currently registered in a Rackham graduate program. Preference will be given to doctoral students who have reached candidacy. Students who are unsure if they are in a Rackham graduate program should check their graduate program listing inhttp://www.rackham.umich.edu/programs-of-study (http://www.rackham.umich.edu/programs-of-study.)

　　Applicants must be currently registered in a Rackham graduate program. Preference will be given to doctoral students who have reached candidacy. Students who are unsure if they are in a Rackham graduate program should check their graduate program listing in http://www.rackham.umich.edu/programs-of-study.

　　The work described above for this position must be considered academically relevant by the department or degree program in which the student is enrolled.

　　Strong background knowledge of and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion

　　Experience with issues in graduate education, student development, and DEI in higher education

　　An understanding of the challenges faced by underrepresented and marginalized populations in higher education

　　Ability to handle multiple projects

　　Ability to collaborate effectively on a team

　　Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, prioritization, and follow-through

　　Excellent oral and written communication skills

　　Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to work and communicate effectively and professionally with the University community as well as external community partners

　　Ability to work collaboratively or independently, as the task require

　　Experience in delivering presentations

　　Familiarity with technological platforms including Canvas and Google suite

　　Desired Qualifications*

　　Familiarity and experience with Rackham DEI student programming

　　Project management experience

　　Previous experience developing resource materials

　　Experience using Canvas, Zoom and other web based tools

　　Experience in designing and maintaining asynchronous courses and modules

　　How You'll Grow

　　The GSSA position will strengthen professional competencies in the following areas:

　　Program development skills, including designing and implementing DEI related professional development programs

　　Program evaluation skills, including assessment of student development and program outcomes

　　Understanding of DEI-related scholarship

　　Best practices in graduate student success

　　Community-building in higher education environments

　　Students should be able to present a proposal/paper regarding their experience at a local/regional conference in their field.

　　Contact Information

　　Questions regarding this position may be emailed to [email protected]. Applicants may request the status of their application from the appointing unit.

　　Decision Making Process

　　Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview. Selected candidates may be asked to submit a writing assignment. References will be contacted for finalists.

　　Every effort will be made to have a hiring decision by Feb 20, 2024

　　Selection Process

　　Applications will be reviewed following the posting deadline and selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.Selected candidates may be asked to submit a writing assignment. References will be contacted for finalists.

　　Every effort will be made to have a hiring decision by Feb 20, 2024

　　GEO Contract Information

　　The University will not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, marital status, familial status, parental status or pregnancy status, sex, gender identity or expression (whether actual or perceived), sexual orientation, age, height, weight, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, HIV antibody status, political belief, membership in any social or political organization, participation in a grievance or complaint whether formal or informal, medical conditions including those related to pregnancy, childbirth and breastfeeding, arrest record, or any other factor where the item in question will not interfere with job performance and where the employee is otherwise qualified. The University of Michigan agrees to abide by the protections afforded employees with disabilities as outlined in the rules and regulations which implement Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

　　Information for the Office for Institutional Equity may be found at https://oie.umich.edu/ and for the University Ombuds at https://ombuds.umich.edu/

　　Unsuccessful applications will be retained for consideration in the event that there are last minute openings for available positions. In the event that an employee does not receive their preferred assignment, they can request a written explanation or an in-person interview with the hiring agents(s) to be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon time.

　　This position, as posted, is subject to a collective bargaining agreement between the Regents of the University of Michigan and the Graduate Employees' Organization, American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO 3550.

　　Standard Practice Guide 601.38, Required Disclosure of Felony Charges and/or Felony Convictions applies to all Graduate Student Assistants (GSAs). SPG 601.38 may be accessed online athttps://spg.umich.edu/policy/601.38 (https://spg.umich.edu/601.38) , and its relation to your employment can be found in MOU 10 of your employment contract.

　　U-M EEO/AA Statement

　　The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

　　Job Detail

　　Job Opening ID

　　244173

　　Working Title

　　GSSA for DEI Certificate Program Professional & Academic Development Team

　　Job Title

　　GRAD STU STAFF ASST

　　Work Location

　　Ann Arbor Campus

　　Ann Arbor, MI

　　Full/Part Time

　　Part-Time

　　Regular/Temporary

　　Regular

　　FLSA Status

　　Exempt

　　Organizational Group

　　Rackham Grad School

　　Department

　　Rackham Prof Dev & Engmnt

　　Posting Begin/End Date

　　1/19/2024 - 2/02/2024

　　Career Interest

　　Graduate Students

　　Graduate Student Staff Assistants (GEO)

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