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COLDEX DEI Program Coordinator

Oregon State University

COLDEX Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator

Oregon State University

Department: Earth, Ocean & Atmo Sci (OAS)

Appointment Type: Professional Faculty

Job Location: Corvallis

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $52,000 - $67,000

Job Summary:

The Center for Oldest Ice Exploration within the College of Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences is seeking a COLDEX Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator. This is a part-time (.49 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Center for Oldest Ice Exploration (COLDEX) at Oregon State University requires a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program Coordinator to support its mission of obtaining and analyzing Antarctic ice cores from at least 1.5 million years ago, recruiting and mentoring the next generation of polar researchers, increasing participation of underrepresented groups in polar science, and facilitating knowledge transfer within the scientific community and to external stakeholders.

The DEI Program Coordinator will be responsible for working with the COLDEX Director for DEI and COLDEX Director, as well as other COLDEX staff, to implement actions that support the center's diversity, equity, and inclusion goals. These actions include: 1) collecting, analyzing, and interpreting survey data from COLDEX participants, 2) producing summaries of survey results and other project activities for NSF reporting purposes, for proposals for funding agencies, and for potential scholarly communications, 3) assist in the holistic review process for applications to COLDEX programming; 4) monitor and coordinate responses to feedback from COLDEX participants; 5) managing the annual COLDEX DEI Award nomination process; and 6) making recommendations for improvements in these activities.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/prospective-employee with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the https://hr.oregonstate.edu/benefits/new-employees/benefits-calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

40% – Work with the Director for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion to collect, analyze and interpret data from surveys; produce summaries of survey results for grant reporting, grant proposals, and scholarly communications; make recommendations for improving surveys and related activities; maintain records of participation in events; and related duties as assigned.

20%: Assist in the holistic review process for applications to COLDEX programming, including the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program and professional development workshops.

15%: Monitor and coordinate responses to feedback from COLDEX participants related to DEI issues; make recommendations for improvements related to this feedback

10%: Advise COLDEX leadership and participants in best practices related to inclusive communication.

10%: Investigate potential sources of DEI-related external funding; assist in writing proposals for external funding for COLDEX education, outreach, and DEI initiatives.

5%: Manage the annual COLDEX DEI Award nomination process.

What You Will Need

• A bachelor’s degree in the Earth or Environmental Sciences or a related field.

• 2 years of experience working with research, education or diversity-related projects in Earth or Environmental Sciences or related fields.

• Quantitative and qualitative analytical skills, including familiarity with statistical software.

• Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Familiarity with software for remote meetings and productivity, including Zoom, Google applications for shared work and scheduling software.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Experience with polar research.

• Work experience or advanced training in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion skills and best practices.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including experience communicating science to a variety of audiences.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

Ability to travel to conferences, workshops or meetings of up to 1 week in duration is required up to two times per year. In person work preferred; hybrid or remote work may be possible as agreed upon by the employee and supervisor.

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by May 1, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1) A resume/CV; and

2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

Letters of Reference will be requested on finalists only. When applying, you will be asked to provide the email address and telephone number for 3 referees who will be sent a secure quicklink that will allow them to upload the requested letters of reference on your behalf.

For additional information please contact:Danielle Whittaker at Danielle.Whittaker@oregonstate.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

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Starting salary within the salary range will be commensurate with skills, education, and experience.

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