Assistant Vice President/Director Of Operations

$110,000 - $130,000/Yr

Williams College - Williamstown, MA

Full-time - Senior

Williamstown, MA

Educational Services

About the position

The Assistant Vice President / Director of Operations (AVP) at Williams College will play a crucial role in the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (OIDEI). This position is responsible for ensuring an inclusive campus environment by addressing bias and discrimination, promoting equity, and facilitating strategic initiatives. The AVP will oversee operations, budget management, and program assessment while collaborating with various campus units to enhance diversity and inclusion efforts.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from inception to completion.
• Utilize data and information to assess constituents' needs on campus and develop and refine programs, initiatives, and promising models for inclusion.
• Develop communications plans for internal and external constituents, including overseeing content development and placement.
• Collaborate with campus partners on strategic planning, policy creation, and various efforts to build a community rich in cultural understanding.
• Collaborate on the design and delivery of educational workshops.
• Provide leadership to the executive administrator(s) and program coordinator(s).
• Supervise post-graduate and student fellows.
• Manage the Office's budget.
• Cultivate and nurture strong and trusting relationships across identities and positionalities.
• Serve as a liaison between the Office and the campus community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of five years of relevant experience.
• Deep knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion matters.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in higher education administration.
• Familiarity with budget development and oversight.
• Ability to work in a diverse community.

Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications, ranging from $110,000-$130,000.
• Flexible working arrangements consistent with College policy.