Chief Culture and Inclusion Officer

Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Crystal Springs Uplands School is a 6-12 co-educational, independent day school located on two distinct campuses in Hillsborough and Belmont, CA with 125 employees. Our deeply connected culture and community celebrates scholarship, strives for balance, and fosters inclusion. The Professional Adult Community (PAC) is an experienced, collaborative group of employees who are committed to the mission and core values of the school. Crystal is full of kind, curious learners (adults and students alike) who are passionate about the school’s mission of transformative teaching and meaningful connections. We are committed to the work required to create more equitable systems and foster inclusive environments so that all members of our community can thrive together.

MISSION STATEMENT

Through transformative teaching and meaningful connections, we empower kind, curious learners to thrive together.

CORE VALUES

• We Celebrate Scholarship - The foundation of Crystal is academic excellence.
• We Seek Growth Challenges - Our culture says try it.
• We Foster Kindness & Inclusion - Crystal is a caring and diverse community.
• We Strive for Balance - A holistic approach to well-being is integral to our mission.
• We Engage with Enthusiasm - With unbounded spirit, we give our best effort every day and pay it forward to our community.
• We Lead with Humility - Being grateful and open-minded, we pursue lifelong learning.
  
  

The ideal candidate will have experience working in dynamic settings serving multiple constituents. A successful candidate in this position will:

• Share a commitment to upholding Crystal’s core values and working in an inclusive school environment
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and engage effectively with all constituents
• Bring robust organizational, technological, and communication skills
  
  

Job Summary

Crystal seeks a full-time exempt (1.0 FTE, 12-month) Chief Culture and Inclusion Officer. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team reporting to the Head of School, Crystal’s Chief Culture and Inclusion Officer (CCIO) collaborates with all members of the Crystal community to provide guidance and leadership in centering the work of equity and inclusion in all aspects of school life. By focusing on culture and capacity building among all of Crystal’s constituents, the CCIO is a champion for and provides strategic leadership in implementing programs and initiatives that advance the school’s commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging.

Key Job Competencies

• Cultural Competence: Demonstrates respect, awareness, and effectiveness across cultural differences to foster belonging and inclusion.
• Change Management: Navigates and leads change with clarity and purpose to align actions with strategic goals.
• Emotional Intelligence/Relationship Management: Builds trust through empathy, self-awareness, and authentic relationships.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Analyzes complex issues, identifies solutions, and considers impact in context.
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others to achieve shared goals through inclusive and thoughtful engagement.
• Communication: Conveys ideas clearly and listens deeply to ensure mutual understanding and connection.
• Project Management: Leads initiatives with strong planning, delegation, and execution to achieve results.
• Developing Others: Supports the growth and development of individuals and teams through coaching and feedback.
• Leadership: Inspires, guides, and models integrity while managing people, processes, and conflict effectively.
• Data-Informed Decision Making: Uses data from surveys and focus groups to assess impact and improve programs.
  
  

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and Board of Trustees

• Serve on the Senior Leadership Team and provide strategic support on equitable and inclusive institutional practices
• Provide ongoing support of the Board in the development and implementation of Board diversity, equity, and inclusion objectives and key results, including providing resources, facilitating trainings and discussions, and consulting on best practices that align with Crystal’s 2030 Strategic Plan.
• Oversee the development and implementation of key aspects of Crystal’s 2030 Strategic Plan, including longitudinal assessment of institutional equity and inclusion practices and goals aligned with our Community pillar.
  
  

Professional Adult Community (PAC)

• Plan, implement, and/or facilitate community events, professional development opportunities, and other relevant programming throughout the year
• Oversee the work of PAC affinity and ally groups and other PAC committees, working groups, task forces, and leadership teams dedicated to topics of equity and inclusion
• Provide information and access to external professional development opportunities
• Consult and collaborate with the Middle School and Upper School Directors of Teaching and Learning, Department Chairs, and other instructional leaders on the ongoing work of integrating culturally responsive practices and equity literacy into curriculum and instructional practices
  
  

Student Community

• Oversee the Crystal FIRST program for students who aspire to be first-generation college-goers and/or who belong to one of Crystal’s partner college access programs. Collaborate with, supervise, and support the Middle School and Upper School Crystal FIRST program and program staff, including:
• planning and facilitating the summer programs for incoming 6th and 9th graders
• supporting school-year programming
• collaborating with community partners
• assessing and developing program growth
• managing and supporting the Associate Directors/Coordinators of Crystal FIRST who work directly with students and families
• Foster the growth, development, and success of the Upper School Student Government’s VP of Equity and Inclusion, student clubs, affinity/ally groups, student events, and leadership opportunities throughout the year
• Provide resources, training, and support for external student leadership opportunities such as the Student Diversity Leadership Gathering and Shanti Alliance Fellowship
• Consult and collaborate with the Middle School and Upper School Directors of Student Equity and Engagement and the Director of Experiential Education as they plan and implement equity and inclusion-centered student programming, including Advisory curricula, Assembly speakers and programming, student conferences and workshops, and community engagement partnerships
• Work with the MS and US Student Support Teams in creating and upholding equitable policies and inclusion services for students (such as gender support plans, accessibility policies, translation/interpretation services, etc.)
• Serve as an advisor (within the school-wide Advisory system) who is committed to the social and emotional development of students
  

Parent/Guardian Community

• Support Crystal FIRST families through communication and programming, including the following:
• providing regular written updates
• hosting community gatherings
• connecting with individual families
• overseeing the Crystal FIRST parent/guardian mentoring program
• Support the planning, training, and implementation of identity-based community groups in collaboration with the Parent/Guardian Engagement Coordinator
• Support the Crystal Family Association by working with Parent/Guardian Engagement Coordinator on parent/guardian education programming and providing training and guidance for equitable practices and inclusive event planning
• Coordinate institutional translation services for Spanish and Mandarin families
  

Travel Required

• Light travel between the MS and US campuses
• Occasional attendance at conferences or professional development events is encouraged and supported
  
  

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Required Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 years of experience leading community programming, services, and opportunities that prioritize culture, inclusion and belonging
• Demonstrated ability and experience in the following:
• helping to shape a positive, equitable, and inclusive culture
• leading teams and accomplishing work through others, including project management
• initiating and leading change, including motivating others, managing the key drivers of change, and overcoming obstacles
• Strong organizational, planning, and communication skills
• Strong coaching and facilitation skills
• Strong technology skills with Google Workspace, Microsoft Suite, Slack, and Zoom
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Master’s degree
• Independent school experience
• 3 years of supervisory experience
• Spanish speaking/writing skills
  
  

Work Environment And Physical Demands

• Able to occasionally lift up to 30 pounds
• Able to climb stairs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines and a varied and diverse array of contacts
• Able to work at a desk and computer for extended periods
  
  

Affirmative Action/EEO Statement

Crystal Springs Uplands School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Salary And Benefits

This is a full-time (40 hours/week), career position, and eligible for 12-month employee benefits. This position is an exempt position. The annual salary for this position is within the range of $150,000-$180,000 and will be based on work experience and education.

The recruitment period will remain open until sufficient resumes have been received and may close at any time a sufficient pool of highly qualified candidates has been established. First consideration will be given to individuals who apply before April 23, 2025. The ideal start date for this position is July 7, 2025.