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University of Pittsburgh Interfaith Student Program Manager in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Interfaith Student Program Manager
The Student Affairs Division of the University of Pittsburgh invites applications for the Interfaith Student Programs Manager, joining the Office of Inclusion Belonging staff team, whose aim is to build integrated, interactive, intersectional, and innovative ecosystems, partnering with students to make their Pitt experience one rooted in belonging. OIB's Interfaith Engagement work aims to create spaces for interfaith dialogue to occur; to build bridges for relationships to develop; and to encourage people in both secular and religious communities to strive for unity in diversity.
The Interfaith Student Programs Manager will report to the Director of the Office of Inclusion and Belonging and focus on engaging and educating Pitt students to meet this mission, while also building networks with local community and campus-based (students, staff, and faculty) stakeholders in meaningful partnership. Key collaborators outside of the department and division include local faith communities, UPAC (University of Pittsburgh Association of Chaplains), and the Office of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Job Summary
Manages the program's day-to-day operations while implementing the vision and mission of the office and supporting the University's diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) community. Develops numerous initiatives for both the University and surrounding communities to enhance personal spiritual identity and communal connections.
Essential Functions
We seek a leader who holds expertise in major and minor world religions in local and global contexts with a focus on student development and experiential education. Successful candidates will demonstrate skills and experience in grounding one's work in diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging; as well as experience with facilitation of dialogue and learning opportunities amongst people holding different faith, religious, and secular identities. Additional skills include the ability to work with different groups (students, staff, community) to identify and coordinate interfaith initiatives, while assessing their effectiveness and participant learning outcomes.
It is every employee's obligation to support the Student Affairs vision: to support the whole student. All employees within the Division will be required to perform duties outside of their department. Additional assignments may include, but are not limited to Welcome Week activities, Divisional committees, events, etc.
Physical Effort
Mostly sedentary. May require routine mobility within the around campus and to partners in the community. Incidental lifting light items is required, up to 30 lbs.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Full-time regular Job Classification: Staff.Interfaith Dialogue Program Manager Job Family: Academic & Student Services Job Sub Family: Student Services Campus: Pittsburgh Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree Minimum Years of Experience Required: 3 Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: No Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with some evenings and weekends Work Arrangement: Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, with some evenings and weekends Hiring ange: To be determined based on qualifications Relocation_Offered: No Visa Sponsorship Provided: No Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance. Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter Optional Documents: Not Applicable PI244252283