Job Description

 

Associate Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The Associate Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) will report to the Deputy Executive Director / Chief Diversity Officer. This position will serve as the liaison between the Illinois Community College Board, agency staff, as well as external entities that promote DEI. The position carries the following responsibilities:

1. Performance - Regular Assignments:

a. Manage reporting requirements and grant agreements for the Workforce Equity Initiative (WEI) colleges and Lead WEI College.

b. Provide help with all other DEI related grants and programs.

c. Prepare reports for the Governor’s Office on Equity.

d. Attend all meetings related to DEI from the Governor’s Office.

e. Prepare and process all WEI Intergovernmental Agreements.

f. Manage budget amendment requests in consultation with ICCB fiscal staff.

g. Liaison with the Lead WEI College to ensure effective implementation of the WEI program.

h. Work with WEI colleges to provide technical assistance and answer questions as appropriate.

i. Present on related DEI and WEI related initiatives and conferences.

j. Work with ICCB DEI Committee to plan professional development for the agency.

k. Help in the development of proposals relative to any DEI efforts internally and externally.

l. Contribute to agency policy and research efforts related to state and national trends for DEI needs, this includes possible professional development for the system.

m. Aid with college submission of equity plans. This includes analysis, feedback, presentations, and reporting.

n. Assist in the planning and implementation of the agency DEI work.

o. Provide staff support to and collaborate with the diversity, equity, and inclusion committee.

p. Regularly work within the agency to access agency DEI needs.

q. Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Executive Director.

2. Liaison:

a. DEI Committee

b. Finance and Operations Division

c. Governor’s Office on Equity

d. WEI Colleges and Lead College

e. Equity Plan Points of Contact on Community College Campuses

Minimum Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field

2. A total of one (1) year (12 months) in education, training and/or work experience in the area of specialization inherent to the position. (Note: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year of work experience.)

Additional Desirable Qualifications

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Teams

2. Experience and ability to work with outside providers, vendors, or associates. This includes advising and training skills.

3. Grant Management experience

4. Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

5. Prior work with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.

6. DEI related professional memberships and/or certifications is preferred.

How to Apply

STEP 1: Visit https://www.iccb.org/about-us/employment-opportunities to be directed to the required employment application and instructions.

STEP 2: Download the ICCB Employment Application. An Adobe PDF document will open. You must complete all sections of the form to successfully submit your application. Instructions on how to create a digital signature are provided via link on the application cover page.

STEP 3: Click "Submit Application" at the top of the fist page of the application to generate and attached the document to an email. ATTACH ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS to successfully apply. The application and required documents may also be printed and mailed to the address on the cover page.

Required Documents:
1. ICCB Employment Application
2. Cover Letter stating how their background, experience, and education have served as preparation for this position.
3. Resume
4. Other supporting documents:

• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education.
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15 and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Visit online for further information at www.iccb.org.

If you are having difficulty submitting application and required documents, please call Human Resources at (217) 785-0011.

Important Information for Applicants:

The ICCB is governed under the State Universities Civil Service System (SUCSS). An applicant applying for permanent civil service employment must compete successfully in the appropriate SUCSS examination. Examinations are open only to citizens or residents of Illinois who qualify for the position.

The ICCB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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About us

The Illinois Community College Board (ICCB) is the state coordinating organization for the Illinois Community College System—the third largest in the country and the leading public workforce development trainer in the state. The ICCB has statutory responsibility for administering state and federal grants to community college districts and adult education providers and managing high school equivalency testing for Illinois. The ICCB is assisted by an executive director and staff of approximately 50 located in Springfield, Chicago, and East St. Louis.

Illinois community colleges serve over 600,000 residents each year in credit, noncredit, and continuing education courses. Illinois is home to 48 colleges in 39 community college districts that provide high-quality, accessible, cost-effective educational opportunities to the entire state.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Springfield, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Work Location: In person

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