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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We embrace individual uniqueness, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Toward that end, the Office of the Vice Provost for Educational Equity invites applications for the position of Learning and Professional Development Specialist.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position requires in-person full-time work on campus. Reporting to the Assistant Vice Provost for Educational Equity, the Learning and Professional Development Specialist’s duties span two primary areas of responsibility: 1) serving as a resource for those responding to bias incident reports at all campuses, and 2) developing and delivering educational programs related to bias and other equity-related matters.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Bias incident consultation and case management:

• Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and administrators seeking advice about referred reports:

  • Communicate best practices and operating procedures for handling bias incident reports, including supporting impacted individuals and alleged wrongdoers, ensuring confidentiality, applying effective investigation methods, providing trauma-informed responses, handling difficult conversations, being mindful of relevant law and policy, and navigating campus policies and procedures.

  • Connect report referees with appropriate resources and consultations.

  • Monitor responsiveness, timeliness, and consistency of campus, college, and unit case management.

  • Follow up with referees as appropriate.

  • Document best practices and lessons learned.

  • Track and analyze data on outcomes and actions taken.

  • Serve on the Bias Response Network.

  • Serve as back-up for the Bias Response Coordinator.

Professional development and education

• Develop, facilitate, and coordinate professional development and education programs on bias and other equity-related topics, including Educational Equity’s professional development offerings.

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