The AssistantDirector of Intercultural Programs and Initiatives (the AssistantDirector), reporting to the Director of Intercultural Programs and Initiatives, plays a key role in supporting and implementing efforts that strengthen belonging across the campus. The AssistantDirectorwillassistinthedevelopmentanddeliveryofprogramsandresourcesfor students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, with particular attention to those who have historically faced barriers to access in higher education.
The Assistant Director will work closely with student cultural clubs/organizations, faculty, and staff to ensure that community-based and student-centered initiatives are well supported and aligned with campus priorities. This position will also be involved in outreach,programcoordination,andstudentmentorship,withanemphasisonfosteringa campus environment where all students can connect and thrive.
Thisroleisessentialinbuildingcollaborativerelationshipsacrosstheinstitutiontoengage students and enrich their experiences both inside and outside the classroom.
·Providementorshipanddirectsupporttostudents,particularlythosewhomayhave been historically excluded or face barriers to opportunity in higher education.
·Assistindevelopingandimplementingstrategiestostrengthenstudentengagement, leadership opportunities, and learning across cultures and perspectives.
·Provideguidanceonprogramdevelopmentandevent planning.
·Serveas a pointofcontactfor studentsseekingresources, advice,and support.
·Assistintailoredoutreachthatcreatesopportunitiesforconnectionandcommunity- building across the HWS community.
· Assist in the planning and execution of campus events such as the annual MLK commemoration, first-generation student programs, and heritage and identity celebrations.
· Helpcoordinateandcarryoutcommunity-buildingeventsthatencouragedialogue across differences.
· Assistinthesupervisionandtrainingofstudentworkersand staff.
· Trackandassesstheeffectivenessofprogramsdeliveredandrecommend improvements.
· WorkcloselywiththeDirectortoalignprogrammingstrategieswithinstitutional goals.
· Representtheofficeoncampuscommitteesandworkinggroups,contributingto broader community-engagement initiatives.
· Assistinoutreachtoexternalpartners,buildingcollaborationsthatstrengthen student belonging and success.
This is a full-time, 12-month, benefits eligible, salaried exempt position. This position description is not all-inclusive; other responsibilities may be assigned as needed.TheAssistantDirectorwillberequiredtoparticipateineveningprogrammingand workcollaborativelyacrossdepartmentstoadvancecommunityandengagementpriorities. This position will also perform the requirements as a Campus Security Authority pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act (20 U.S.C. §1092 (f) (Clery Act). Annual salary is $63,426.
· Bachelor’sdegreefromanaccreditedinstitutionofhigher education.
· 2–3yearsofprofessionalexperienceinhighereducation,studentaffairs,orarelated field; comparable experience in community-based organizations or other settings supporting youth or young adults will also be considered.
· Demonstratedabilitytosupportstudentswhohavefacedbarrierstoaccessor opportunity in higher education.
· Experienceplanning,coordinating,andassessingstudentprogramsand events.
· Strongcommunication,interpersonal,andorganizationalskills.
· Abilitytobuildcollaborativerelationshipswith students,faculty,staff,and community partners.
· Experiencesupervisingor mentoringstudentworkers orvolunteers ispreferred.
· ProficiencyinMicrosoftOfficeapplications(e.g.,Word,Excel, PowerPoint).
About HWS
A liberal arts and sciences institution, Hobart and William Smith is known for consistent success in preparing students for meaningful lives and fulfilling careers through an outcomes-based focus on their futures. Our nationally ranked faculty are accessible teachers and scholars known for the impact of their research and distinguished by the depth of their mentorship. World challenges are studied in the classroom where critical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills are honed. In the field, knowledge turns into discovery. In office hours, plans are carefully crafted to tie interests and talents to an academic path that motivates beyond graduation.
Our location in the heart of the Finger Lakes allows faculty, staff and students to live and work collaboratively on the banks of a resource-rich lake. Student-athletes play for 30 varsity teams boasting 24 national titles, including the 2023 and 2024 NCAA DIII Men’s Ice Hockey Championships. With three graduate programs, students can build on their undergraduate degree with a Master of Arts in Higher Education Leadership, Master of Arts in Teaching, or a Master of Science in Management. Together, the experiences and mentorship at HWS prepare students to lead lives of consequence.
The Colleges are an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination and harassment in their programs and activities against employees or applicants based on race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, familial status, domestic violence victim status, caregiver status, military status, including past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, social class, or any other category or characteristic protected by applicable law.
