CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER
- Employer
- University of South Dakota
- Location
- Vermillion, SD
- Starts
- Closes
University of South Dakota
CHIEF DIVERSITY OFFICER
The University of South Dakota is pleased to invite applications and nominations of candidates for the position of Chief Diversity Officer.
The University of South Dakota (USD) is seeking a Chief Diversity Officer (CDO) who is a capable and well-informed leader prepared to work effectively with the university President and serve as a senior leader of the university; who understands the importance of an equitable and inclusive campus culture and climate; and who recognizes the distinct interests of multiple constituencies.
This professional is a liaison between university Administration and both campus and community stakeholders. Relevant groups include student groups, faculty and staff committees, as well as external stakeholders such as alumni, City, and state agencies. Such a visionary leader will need to strategically align current diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives for maximum impact and continuity.
The next CDO should demonstrate a successful record of advancing DEI best practices in a higher education setting and be an experienced agent of change, able to navigate internal and external stakeholders and advance a unified DEI vision that moves the university and the community forward. The ideal leader will be an engaged, approachable communicator, committed to open, transparent leadership and will serve as a resource who brings to light best practices for creating more inclusive faculty, staff and student recruitment processes. In addition, the CDO will be a community-builder who sees the education, safety, growth and well-being of students as the utmost priority; and who has an understanding of the application of research in the development and advancement of a positive and inclusive campus climate for diversity, equity, inclusion and a sense of belonging.
The University of South Dakota is located on an attractive 274-acre campus in Vermillion, a small community nestled along the bluffs above the Missouri River in the southeast corner of South Dakota. USD was founded in 1862. It is the flagship institution in the state and region, and it is the only designated public liberal arts university in South Dakota. Named one of America’s most affordable and beautiful campuses, USD is home of the state’s only School of Medicine and School of Law, as well as an internationally accredited School of Business.
APPLICATION PROCESS
The search profile, with additional information about the University, the opportunities for the Chief Diversity Officer, and instructions for application, may be found at: https://www.agbsearch.com/searches/chief-diversity-officer-university-of-south-dakota
For full consideration, applications should be received by March 15, 2021. Application must include a cover letter, current resume, and contact information for three (3) current professional references. All materials must be sent to: SouthDakotaCDO@agbsearch.com
All inquiries, nominations, and applications will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted without the applicant’s express permission.
Inquiries and nominations should be sent to SouthDakotaCDO@agbsearch.com or directed to:
Kim R. Bobby, Ed.D.
Executive Search Consultant
AGB Search
(253) 861-7738
Carlton E. Brown, Ed.D.
Executive Search Consultant
AGB Search
(912) 247-8661
The University of South Dakota is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff and students.
Diversity and inclusiveness are values that are embraced and practiced at the University of South Dakota. Candidates who support these values are encouraged to apply.