Q Center Leadership Advisor

General Summary

The Q Center at Highline College aims to provide a space of inquiry and affirmation for exploring LGBTQIA topics and to raise awareness of the importance of queer and trans inclusion in campus equity initiatives.

The Q Center Leadership Advisor coordinates student engagement programs and initiatives through the Q Center to increase awareness of social justice issues and fosters essential leadership skills in students to become culturally responsive practitioners and social change agents. This position provides leadership for campus-wide culturally responsive programming centering diversity, equity and inclusion or our LGBTQIA population.

This position is a salaried overtime-eligible, at-will, full-time position.

Essential Tasks

Reporting directly to the Director for the Center for Cultural & Inclusive Excellence, this position will:

• Provide leadership in coordinating, visioning, and managing the programs and initiatives in the Q Center;
• Create curriculum and facilitate leadership training to support the growth and development of Q Center Peer Facilitators and student leaders engaged with CCIE/CLS programming;
• Support student participation in national and local conferences around LGBTQIA inclusion and intersectionality, including the Queer Students of Color Conference;
• Support facilitation of campus-wide Safe Zones Trainings and development of Safe Zones student programming;
• Coordinate campus-wide culturally responsive programming through the Center for Cultural & Inclusive Excellence and the LGBTQIA Task Force that centers LGBTQIA belonging, such as LGBTQIA Week, Pink Prom, and Lavender Gradation;
• Collaborate with campus partners to enhance co-curricular student engagement and programming;
• Collect and analyze data to ensure Q Center is meeting the needs of LGBTQIA students;
• Develop a guide of appropriate campus and community resources based on student needs;
• Represent the Q Center at campus and community events to build relationships with campus supporters and community partners;
• Maintain communication with campus and community via Q Center email and social media;
• Coordinate paperwork for events/programs for room reservations, catering, materials and supplies, and student travel.

• Empower students towards campus communities and leadership experiences;
• Create appropriate, culturally responsive and needed leadership training curriculum to support the growth and development of students and communities;
• Model and promote the concepts of Servant Leadership, social justice and inclusion;
• Collaborate with the Unit Leadership Programming Team, providing robust leadership development programs to the Highline College student community.

• Supervision of the Q Center Student Leaders who develop peer facilitated dialogues focusing on social injustices and oversee daily operations of the Center;
• Provide continuous training and professional development opportunities.

• Update the Q Center Website;
• Support other duties as assigned to support the offerings of the CLS & CCIE work unit.

• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills;
• Experience working with people of color, women and lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, questioning, intersex, transgender people and their allies (LGBTQIA);
• Knowledge of the local area and the LGBTQIA resources in our community;
• Knowledge of general extracurricular and co-curricular offerings at a community college;
• Understanding of intersectionality within LGBTQIA spaces;
• Able to work collaboratively with faculty and staff;
• Commitment to the mission of a community college and its support of student success through engagement and involvement opportunities;
• Strong professional and ethical standards;
• Awareness of trauma-informed practices;
• Commitment to personal growth and expanding own understanding of social justice;
• Knowledge and intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite;
• Ability to maintain strong professional and ethical standards;
• Able to problem solve and think independently;
• Manage multiple tasks effectively;
• Proficiency in navigating remote working environment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate of Arts degree; AND
• Two years of related experience in a college setting or student involvement/leadership experience.

• Baccalaureate degree and one year of related undergraduate student involvement/leadership experience OR Masters degree in student development or related field of study;
• Knowledge of general extracurricular and co-curricular offerings in a community college environment;
• Experience planning and conducting trainings and workshops;
• Communication proficiency in a foreign language;
• A demonstrated ability to provide direct supervision and coaching to paid student employees;
• Experience in coordinating programs in a college setting, human services or a related field;
• Awareness of trauma-informed practices;
• Minimum of two years coordinating programs in a college setting, human services or a related field.

Supplemental Information

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.

THE COLLEGE
Highline College prides itself on its commitment to diversity and equity, its institutional culture of collegiality and innovation, its globalization of curricula and its inclusion of the community in its programming. Founded in 1961, Highline College is situated in a diverse community just 15minutes south of Seattle. The college annually serves more than 16,500 students –– a student population of over 70% students of color, representing 35 nations and more than 100 languages. The college embraces equity, inclusion and social justice, with core goals of student attainment, diversity, community Engagement and sustainability. The student body at Highline College is made up of Transfer students, Running Start students, Professional- Technical students, International students, Comprehensive Transition Program for students with intellectual disabilities, Adult Basic Education and English Language Learners. In addition, we offer six bachelor of applied science, four-year degrees.

MISSION AND VISION
As an essential part of our mission and vision, diversity, equity and inclusion are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Your online application must include the following to be considered complete:
1. A detailed resume that addresses the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position;
2. A letter of application/cover letter (two-page maximum, recommended) that addresses your ability to meet the QUALIFICATIONS, and KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES for the
position;
3. A one-page response to the Supplemental Question.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• National Criminal Background Check may be required.

NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENT

The college provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Prohibited sex discrimination includes sexual harassment (unwelcome sexual conduct of various types).

The Title IX Coordinator, Danielle Slota, can be reached at (206) 592-3600 or DSlota@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, President’s Office.

The 504 Coordinator, Jenni Sandler, can be reached at (206) 592-3474 or JSandler@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 25, 5th Floor.

The Vice President of Human Resources, Melanie Lawson, can be reached at (206) 592-3320 or MLawson@Highline.edu. 2400 S. 240th St. Des Moines, WA 98198. Building 12, Human Resources.

You can receive this information in an alternate format by contacting hrstaff@highline.edu.