In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.
Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.
Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member
You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.
Our Values
Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.
Job Description:
Campus Title: Senior Coordinator for Multicultural Programming State Job Title: Staff Associate Department: Academic Affairs Job Code: HA5300 FLSA Status: Exempt Funding: 7115-0100 Bargaining Unit: APA Job Type: Full-Time Benefitted Temporary Timeframe: Funded through June 30, 2025 Shift: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm (periodic after-hours work required) Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday Supervision Received: Reports to the Director of Belonging, Inclusion, and Learning Supervision Exercised: Staff Associate/Coordinator for Multicultural Programming supervises undergraduate and graduate student personnel. Salary: $62,000.00 to $65,000.00 (salary commensurate with education and experience)
This is a full-time benefitted temporary position with an end date of June 30, 2025 (with the possibility of an extension).
General Statement of Duties:
Westfield State University is dedicated to the values of equity and inclusion and is always striving to build and sustain a culturally vibrant campus, focused on the growth, development and empowerment of students. The Coordinator for Multicultural Programming collaborates with the Director of Belonging, Inclusion, and Learning to implement programs and activities that promote campus engagement in social justice, identity, culture, equity, accessibility, and inclusion. By working closely with and supporting affinity groups, they develop a comprehensive calendar of inclusive programming that fosters the growth and development of the student population.
Duties and Responsibilities: Duties include but not limited to: Essential:
Work closely with the Director of Belonging, Inclusion, and Learning to implement and support diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) initiatives across campus. Ensure that all programming, events, and projects under Coordinator's purview align with and advance the overarching DEIAB mission and values, contributing to a unified and coordinated approach throughout the Westfield State University community.
Act as the primary mentor and liaison for all affinity groups and their advisors on campus, monitoring all activities to ensure successful, inclusive events and compliance with all University policies.
Coordinate the student Unity Council, ensure leadership development training to empower and give voice to the affinity groups on campus.
Collaborate with the Director of Belonging, Inclusion, and Learning to establish and maintain intentional, accessible spaces across campus that provide marginalized student groups with opportunities to engage in communities of care, peer-to-peer mentoring, and mutual support. Assist in creating environments where students can connect, share experiences, and find resources that contribute to their sense of belonging and well- being.
Develop, create, and assist in all student campus leadership trainings throughout the year.
Support students with signature programs throughout the year including, but not limited to Unity Fest, cultural dances and social activities, and celebratory end-of-the-year programs such as cording ceremonies and Sankofa celebrations.
Mediate conflicts that arise between student leaders and their organizations.
Serve as an Involve administrator for affinity groups to manage and review all advertising, programs, calendars, attendance.
Provide onsite management and supervision of after hour, including weekend, events and meetings.
Chair campus wide programs supporting cultural holidays and months.
Provide culturally appropriate campus wide programs to ensure there is no overlap amongst the departmental events.
Assist in New Student Orientation, campus open houses and accepted student days and other campus sponsored events for students.
Serve as an active participant in campus bias response and education team and Pride Committee.
Co-chair of the student Sankofa awards and celebration ceremony.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Gender Studies, Education, or closely related field.
Experience in multicultural education, training, and advocacy.
Strong experience with mediation, conflict resolution, and problem solving.
Experience in building partnerships and working collaboratively with various campus departments, student organizations, and community groups to support and enhance multicultural programming and initiatives that are representative of and celebrate the lives of different racial, ethnic, cultural, and socio-economic groups.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting the personal and academic development of students from underrepresented and marginalized communities. High level of energy, passion, interpersonal communication, creativity to manage sensitive issues in the presence of others.
Strong work ethic and the ability to set priorities, multi-task, and work autonomously. Periodic after-hours work.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Higher Education Administration, College Student Personnel, Social Work, Counseling, or closely related field.
Additional Information:
Salary:
Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage .
Employee Benefits:
Benefits are an important component of an employee's total compensation package.
Health Insurance: Westfield State offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.
Retirement: the MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.
Tuition Waivers & Discounts: eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.
Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
Additional information regarding employee benefits is available on the University's Benefits & Wellness webpage .
Disability Accommodations
Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions:
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Interested candidates should electronically attach the following documents:
Resume
Cover Letter
Contact information for three references *
Copy of unofficial transcript of highest degree
* Provide the contact information for reference providers in the reference section of the online application.
Deadline: The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalists have been selected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us. recblid bvo02n51pskw7hqyw4g5bd4uz36bdn