Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer

Benefits:

22 Days Annual Leave, 15 Days of Sick Leave, 3 Days Personal Leave, 15 Paid Holidays, Tuition Remission, Health, Dental, Vision, and Prescription

As the largest university library system in the Washington D.C.-Baltimore area, the University of Maryland (UMD) Libraries serve more than 41,000 students and 14,000 faculty and staff of the flagship College Park campus. The Libraries’ extensive collections, programs, and services enable student success, support teaching, research, and creativity, and enrich the intellectual and cultural life of the community. A member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance and the Association of Research Libraries, the UMD Libraries was honored with the 2020 Excellence in Academic Libraries award in the university category from the Association of College and Research Libraries.

In this newly created role, the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Officer will lead and manage the development, implementation, and integration of best practices, resources, and trends to increase inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility (IDEA) proficiency throughout the organization. The DEI Officer, as part of the Libraries’ leadership team, will work in partnership with the campus and library community to address IDEA needs and provide leadership in the development of new programs and initiatives that advance the Libraries’ efforts toward achieving inclusive excellence.

The DEI Officer will work to create an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and library employees, and other members within UMD’s campus community through program development and management, training sessions, and activity planning. The DEI Officer works in collaboration with Library Human Resources (LHR) to ensure that employees and students have a comfortable place to work and learn, regardless of their race, gender, age, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, sexual orientation, or disability, and communicates frequently with departmental and executive stakeholders to understand the unique needs of the Libraries’ workforce. This position reports directly to the Director of Library Human Resources, with access to the Dean of Libraries through a “dotted line” report. The incumbent serves as the Libraries’ diversity officer and equity administrator, and serves as a leader (or co-leader) of the IDEA Committee with the Libraries. 

Minimum Qualifications: 

EDUCATION:

Master’s degree in subject(s) relevant to position. 

EXPERIENCE:

Evidence of a minimum of three or more years of recent experience as a mid-level or senior-level leader in program administration relative to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), change management, organizational development, and/or human resources.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Demonstrated ability to use good judgment, tact, and discretion with sensitive/confidential matters in a higher education or research setting. 
• Demonstrated ability to design surveys and analyze data, and to produce reports and presentations, and develop tools to measure progress. 
• Demonstrated ability to be visionary and tactical in executing strategies; to understand evolving issues and DEI trends affecting higher education; and to evaluate, influence, create, and implement DEI programs. 
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a decentralized academic environment with multiple constituency groups and leadership levels. 
• Demonstrated experience in program and project planning and implementation.
• Evidence of excellent communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to function independently and in groups, build and maintain relationships with campus partners and library staff. 

Preferences: 

• Preference given to individuals with Libraries experience in combination with a graduate degree in a discipline related to the position, along with relevant professional certifications and IDEA-related affiliations. 
• Experience in Human Resources-oriented program administration and evaluation. 
• Evidence of teaching/instruction experience.

This position is subject to a Criminal History Record Check. Employment is contingent upon successful completion and clearance of the Criminal History Record Check.

For the full position description and requirements, please go to: https://www.lib.umd.edu/hr/employment-opportunities/staff-faculty-positions

APPLICATIONS:

Electronic applications required. Please apply online at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/87231. You must be legally able to work in the United States; the University of Maryland Libraries will not sponsor individuals for employment. An application consists of a cover letter, which includes the source of advertisement, a resume, and the names and e-mail addresses of three references.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Deadline to apply is October 12, 2021. 

SALARY RANGE: $58,100 to $72,500

The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

The University of Maryland Libraries are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. We support university and library efforts to create a more just campus environment, understanding the unique, interdisciplinary focus of libraries and archives as collectors and curators of the historical, literary, artistic, and scientific record. We provide collections, services, and programs that reflect the diversity of our community, heighten cultural awareness, and incorporate the histories, experiences, and expressions of those who have been historically marginalized and/or underrepresented. We work to ensure equitable access to our facilities, resources, and services.

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