Assistant Director, United Front Multicultural Commons

Position Title & Department:

 Assistant Director, United Front Multicultural Commons; Student Affairs Posting #

5138

Department Description:

The Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area, and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

University Description:

The University of San Diego, an engaged and contemporary Catholic institution, was founded by the Diocese of San Diego and the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1949. Governed by an independent board of trustees since 1972, USD remains committed to a liberal arts education grounded in the Catholic intellectual tradition and the pursuit of truth, goodness and beauty. Inspired by this centuries old tradition of Catholic higher education, the University welcomes people of all faith traditions and any, or no, religious background. The future success of USD relies on the contributions of those who seek to foster the development of engaged global citizens and an earnest confrontation of humanity’s urgent challenges.

Detailed Description:

The university seeks an individual with a strong interest in working at a mission driven, faith-based institution. In line with our mission, the Division of Student Affairs is committed to grounding our policies, programs, and procedures in antiracist practice. With this commitment, we recognize the importance of educating ourselves and holding one another accountable to ensure our work is approached through an equity, inclusion, and social justice lens. We recognize our need for ongoing development in this area, and continue to strive to improve. We expect all members of the Division of Student Affairs are willing to engage in this work alongside us to uphold our Catholic mission in creating a welcoming environment where the dignity of all students, staff, administrators, and faculty at USD is embraced.

The Assistant Director coordinates programs and services focusing on social justice, identity exploration, leadership development, empowerment, and changemaking. The Assistant Director collaborates closely to enhance and maintain existing UFMC programs and services, while also leading initiatives that specifically support the Latine and AAPI communities. Due to the evolving nature of our work, this individual will need to have a keen ability to collaborate and implement visionary ways of working. Must be comfortable adjusting work requirements to meet the needs of students and the USD community. Complete work assignments with minimal supervision and have the ability to prioritize, organize, and complete tasks effectively and in a timely manner. The role requires flexibility, enthusiasm, initiative, and strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

Administration 

• Collaborates in the strategic planning, implementation, and evaluation of UFMC programs and services to ensure alignment with university goals and student needs.
• Actively participates in campus meetings and committees focused on advancing diversity, inclusion, and social justice initiatives.
• Leads needs assessments for marginalized student groups, develops recommendations, and creates new programs that foster a greater sense of belonging in line with co-curricular learning outcomes. Continuously evaluates and enhances programs, systems, and services to effectively address evolving student and institutional needs.
• Supports the recruitment, training, and evaluation of student staff to maintain high standards of service and leadership.
• Represents the UFMC at joint meetings a