The DEI Community Relations Representative engages in community building, education, and support on behalf of the Student Life and their DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) initiatives and programs. Students in this position will focus their support and address the needs of their community in one or more of the following areas: academic success, social justice, leadership, identity development, community & belonging, and well-being.

This position is located in Bend, Oregon.

1. Assist in daily operations of the Equity Lounge and/or initiative.

a. For example: giving tours, staffing the front desk, keeping attendance records, maintaining cleanliness and organization of Equity Lounge spaces, materials, etc.

2. Engage oneself and others in mutual learning on identity development and social justice

a. For example: staying current on issues impacting communities; interrupting and educating about bias, microaggressions and other issues impacting communities; raise awareness for underserved parts of the community, etc.

3. Engage in community-specific and collaborative event planning and leadership with support of the Belonging & Equity Coordinator.

a. For example: history and heritage month celebrations; social justice leadership programs; DEI workshops/trainings, etc.

4. Assist in community specific or collaborative development of resources, projects, and initiatives.

a. For example: communication projects such as publications or videos, resource development, distributing promotional materials, educational campaigns, etc.

5. Assist in creating and maintaining a welcoming environment in Equity Lounge.

a. For example: greeting guests, aiding the Belonging & Equity Coordinator in addressing community conflicts, identify ways to make the space more inclusive, etc.

6. Support individuals’ connections to community.

a. For example: outreach to students, helping guests build relationships with each other, providing supportive listening, assisting guests in finding relevant resources, etc.

7. Contribute to a culture of respect and accountability.

a. For example: engaging in and modeling self-reflection, learning, and personal and professional growth, etc.

8. Promote involvement opportunities connected with Student Life’s DEI (Diversity, Equity & Inclusion) programming.

a. For example: promoting hiring and volunteer opportunities, involvement opportunities in affiliated student organizations, participation in programming, etc.

9. Engage with peers and connect them to relevant campus and community resources to support their student experience.

a. For example: Academic Advising, Library services, Cascades Edge, student Clubs & Organizations, etc.

10. Act as a representative of the Equity Lounge.

a. For example: building relationships with student / community organizations Tribal communities, and other OSU-Cascades departments/programs; serving on planning committees for campus events as needed.

Other responsibilities as assigned by professional staff

1. Attend mandatory scheduled trainings

a. Such as ongoing training sessions, weekly staff meetings, and other professional development

2. Obtain FERPA certification and complete necessary trainings in a timely manner

3. Complete daily center tasks & needs as identified by staff

a. May also involve focusing efforts on specialized projects based on needs of the center and/or initiative.

4. May occasionally require evening and weekend hours

Full Employment Eligibility Requirements can be found here: http://fa.oregonstate.edu/stu-manual/500-employment-eligibility-requirements

*International students may be allowed to carry fewer hours than specified above and still be considered “full-time” by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). A reduced course load is approved by the Office of International Services (OIS), and must be provided to the Student Employment Center.

• Minimum Cumulative GPA of 2.5

• Demonstrated commitment to self and community development and advocacy

• Demonstrated interpersonal communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment

• Demonstrated knowledge of and sensitivity to historically underrepresented and/or marginalized groups

• Demonstrated involvement within underrepresented and/or marginalized groups on campus.

o For example: attending / volunteering at cultural events, affiliated organizations (student or departmental), or attending social justice retreats, membership in affiliated organizations (student or departmental) etc.

• Experience in planning or leading programs / events

• Experience in having conversations about identity and social justice

• Experience with effective time-management

• Knowledge of community needs, experience of belonging & understanding of issues impacting community

• Demonstrated self-awareness and thoughtfulness about identity and their impact in community

• Demonstrated knowledge of campus and community resources

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A Resume/Vita

For additional information please contact:
Lupita Gamez @ lupita.gamez@osucascades.edu

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community. Note: All job offers are contingent upon Human Resources final approval.