Assistant Director of Diversity Initiatives, Law School

As a member of the Office of Student Affairs at the Law School, the Assistant Director of Diversity Initiatives will help foster an inclusive environment to support the academic and professional success of students. The position will report to and work closely with the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs to advance initiatives that strengthen the recruitment, retention, and overall experience of a diverse student population, including those from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in the legal profession. This position will coordinate and facilitate programming, projects, and services that contribute to a welcoming and supportive student experience.

• →Bachelor's degree required, J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school preferred.
• →Experience working in a law school or legal setting is preferred.
• →Demonstrated understanding and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion issues as they relate to the legal profession or higher education.
• →Demonstrated enthusiasm for working with and serving student populations.
• →Demonstrated experience with program coordination and project management. Ability to reliably establish priorities, manage deadlines, problem solve, and handle multiple tasks/projects.
• →Strong written and oral communication skills.
• →Strong counseling skills.
• →Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to build relationships, work collaboratively, and communicate effectively.
• →The ability and/or skill to work professionally without supervision and demonstrate considerable initiative.
• →Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite.

Capital University offers a rich benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, retirement, family education benefits, short-term and long-term disability, life and critical illness insurance and free parking.

Capital University is an equal opportunity employer. Capital University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religion, sex, gender, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by the law.