Office of Diversity and Inclusion
Graduate Assistant for Diversity and Inclusion
See application details below.
Areas of Responsibility
The graduate assistant will be responsible for reviewing and analyzing documents, reports, and other documents related to the University’s diversity planning, goals, and inventories; researching diversity and inclusion models and promising practices; analyzing and synthesizing institutional data; working with communication professionals to explore, build, and update communication channels (e.g., websites, social media, and newsletter); supporting the vice chancellor and ODI in the preparation of visuals/presentations, documents/reports, and programs/meetings/events; and other duties as assigned that fall under the diversity agenda and mission of the University and ODI. The graduate assistant will report to the vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion.
Required Qualifications
• Continuous enrollment in a graduate or professional program. Non-degree students are not eligible.
• Master’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution of higher education is necessary.
• Demonstrated commitment and interest in diversity, cultural awareness, and social inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and use data and word processing software packages;
• Interest in higher education administration and project management;
• Ability to perform basic office and administrative functions;
• Have flexible hours to work evenings and occasional weekends; and
• Openness and willingness to learning and exploring innovative strategies
Preferred Qualifications
Pursuing a doctoral degree in higher education, psychology, cultural studies, or a related field and have at least one year of graduate school completed.
Stipend and Term
The assistantship will occur during the 2019-2020 academic year with an option to begin summer 2019. The stipend range is $15,000 - $17,000 per academic year depending on qualifications, experience, years enrolled in graduate program, and hours enrolled.
Application Submission
To apply, please submit a cover letter, CV/résumé, and at least contact information for two professional or academic references by April 22, 2019 to:
Marco Barker, PhD
Vice Chancellor
Office of Diversity and Inclusion
208 Administration Building
Lincoln, NE 68588-0420
diversity@unl.edu
About ODI
ODI provides vision, leadership, and advocacy in fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming campus central to the land-grant mission of UNL; leads and facilitates the development of institutional policies, protocols, and practices intended to create a more equitable, and inclusive campus culture; and utilizes an inclusive excellence framework to foster an engaged, creative, and innovative learning environment for all. The vice chancellor for diversity and inclusion reports to the executive vice chancellor and chief academic officer and sits on the chancellor’s cabinet.
About the Commitment to Diversity
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln, we strive for inclusive excellence, where diversity and inclusion is incorporated in all aspects of our practices, policies, and operations and where all are able to work, learn, and thrive in an atmosphere of respect, dignity, and acceptance.
At the University of Nebraska–Lincoln:
• We value equity, inclusion, and dignity for all.
• We strive for excellence and recognize the educational and societal benefits of diversity.
• We insist on a culture of civility and recognize that words and actions matter. The absence of action and words also matters.
• We believe in the freedom of speech and encourage the civil and respectful expression of ideas and opinions.
• We all share in the responsibility to create a culture where equity, inclusion, dignity, and respect for all is an institutional priority.
• We believe that we take opportunities to take action—education, respond, or report—when we observe unfair, biased, or dehumanizing behaviors.
The university is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment. We are dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels a sense of belonging.