Coordinator, Equity in the Arts Student Programs
Posting Number: req20707
Department: Fine Arts Administration
Location: Main Campus
Address: Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The University of Arizona's division of Arizona Arts is seeking a Coordinator for Equity in the Arts Student Programs. The coordinator will support the division's efforts to build and sustain diverse and inclusive arts opportunities that foster participation and sense of belonging, with a particular emphasis on student populations that are historically underrepresented or experience marginalization in the fine arts and higher education. The coordinator will work closely with the Associate Vice President for Equity in the Arts and staff across Arizona Arts to implement vibrant student programs including the JustArts Fellowship, Mentoring in the Arts Professions (MAP), and Student Artist Live Opportunity Night (SALON). The coordinator will consult with students in designing opportunities that support connection, empowerment, and resilience and incorporate culturally resonant and identity-affirming practices that acknowledge the strengths of and challenges faced by underrepresented and marginalized students. For more about Equity in the Arts, please visit: https://arts.arizona.edu/sections/equity/.Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
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Duties & Responsibilities
I. Coordinate student-serving events and programs,
including:
- Planning, implementing, and evaluating Equity in the
Arts student-serving events and programs. - Performing background research or evaluations to
identify appropriate programs and recommend changes in practices as
needed. - Collecting data/information to assist in evaluating
programs and services and identify needs for additional programs or
services. - Creating, organizing, and maintaining program
documentation.
II. Collaborate with various stakeholders to promote
programs, including:
- Preparing content for communications specialists.
- Distributing program and marketing materials to
appropriate audiences. - Collaborating with Arizona Arts Division to provide
program and engagement data for assessment and institutional reporting.
III. Serve as a liaison between the office of
Equity in the Arts and partners across the Arizona Arts Division, campus, and
broader community, including:
- Coordinating outreach efforts to raise awareness of
student programs and resources available through Equity in the Arts. - Outreach to new students at Orientation, Wildcat
Welcome, Graduate Student Orientation, and other campus-wide and CFA-wide
student events. - Meeting with leadership of cultural centers and
arts-affiliated student groups and advise AVP, Equity in the Arts and
Arizona Arts D&I Committee members. - Other duties as assigned.
Nights and weekends as
needed. Primarily on campus work required during the academic year, with some
hybrid work opportunity. Remote work available in summer months.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Knowledge of inclusion discourses and issues in the
fine arts and post-secondary arts education. - Skills in engendering and integrating the values of
diversity, inclusion, intersectionality and teamwork across various
groups. - Strong organizational skills (time management,
communication, discretion, attention to detail). - Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel,
Publisher, Power Point), e-mail, survey tools (e.g., Google Forms,
Qualtrics), and the Internet. - Ability to interact effectively across diverse teams,
partners, and experiences. - Ability to create and maintain relationships with
student and departmental groups through attending meetings, events, or
completing necessary outreach. - An understanding of the disparate arts opportunities,
resources, and structures that affect students who identify as Black,
Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC), first-generation, LGBTQIA+ and/or
having a disability.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent advanced learning attained through professional level experience required.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two or more years of experience in developing arts programs and working directly with underrepresented populations.
- Experience overseeing student engagement and outreach efforts.
- Experience collaborating and community-building with groups of various sociocultural backgrounds.
- Experience coordinating and implementing long-range projects within a university or other complex organization.
- Experience in problem-solving that is grounded in socially just principles and inclusive practices.
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time: Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week: 20
Job FTE: 0.5
Work Calendar: Fiscal
Job Category: Arts and Creative Services
Benefits Eligible: Yes - Full Benefits
Rate of Pay: $22.77 - $28.46
Compensation Type: hourly rate
Grade
6
Compensation Guidance
The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.
The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.
Grade Range Minimum
$47356
Grade Range Midpoint
$59195
Grade Range Maximum
$71034
Career Stream and Level
PC2
Job Family
Cmty Outreach
Job Function
Outreach & Community Engage
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies: 1
Contact Information for Candidates
Amelia Kraehe,
Akraehe@arizona.edu
Open Until Filled: Yes
Documents Needed to Apply: Resume and Cover Letter
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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