LGBTQIA+ Support Programs Undergraduate Assistant (Student)

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Department:

Education & Support for LGBTQIA+

Time Type:

Part time

Job Description:

LGBTQIA+ Support Programs Undergraduate Assistant

Summary/Objective:

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion (CDI) is seeking an enthusiastic undergraduate student to support the Assistant Director of LGBTQIA+ Education and Support Programs in promoting a welcoming and inclusive campus environment for all students.

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion is looking for a collaborative team player interested in enhancing the experience of all students, understanding the campus climate, and partnering intentionally with campus partners and administrative offices to tell to cultivate and create spaces that allows students to engage with one another through dialogue in a meaningful and community driven manner.   

Supervisor:

The Assistant Director for LGBTQIA+ Programs & Support.

Work Environment:

The Center for Diversity & Inclusion promotes a diverse, respectful, and inclusive learning, living, and working environment for the university community.  The Center for Diversity & Inclusion promotes the personal growth of students by providing specialized university-wide educational programs and training, Intergroup Dialogues, as well as support for First-Generation, LGBTQIA+, District Scholars, and the Summer Transition Enrichment Program (STEP) cohort. 

Required Education & Experience:

The LGBTQIA+ Support & Programs Undergraduate Assistant must currently be enrolled in an undergraduate program at American University.  Additionally, they must acknowledge and understand multi-layered topics of identity, including ability, race, religion, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, gender expression, etc. 

Essential Functions:

• Assist with planning and execution of LGBTQIA+ student program and events (orientation activities, social gatherings, educational workshops).

• Collaborate with student organizations and LGBTQ Graduate Coordinator to develop student programs and training.  

• Research, benchmark, and assess CDI and other campuses’ educational & support programs.  

• Provide administrative support for & during Center’s programs and operations to admit participants, track attendance, etc.  

• Co-Manage LGBTQIA+ email accounts.

• Other duties as assigned with general office tasks. 

Qualifications:

• Strong interest in LGBTQIA+ experiences and issues (gender identity and expression) with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

• Excellent interpersonal communications skills (written and verbal) with attention to inclusive language.   

• Self-reflective of one’s own social identities and implications with ability to assist others in examining theirs.  

• Works well with diverse students, staff, and faculty on collaborative projects   

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.  

• Organized and detail-orientated, with the ability to manage tasks effectively.

• Proficient in social media platforms and comfortable with basic technology tools.  

• Open to learning and exploring new ideas.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is an in person (non-hybrid) position that can work up to 10 hours (a week). 

Salary Range: $17.50-$18.50 per hour.

Required Education and Experience: Open to all undergraduate students with Federal Work Study. Students must be enrolled in an American Univ