This position requires the ability to work some evenings and weekends for programming and educational opportunities outside of regular business hours. Applicants must successfully complete the interview process to be considered as a finalist.

Application materials must include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references (All required for consideration). Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCU's educational mission and strategic plan, Building on Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment background checks.

The Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy (CTQA) is a resource for lesbian,
gay, bisexual, non-binary, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex,
asexual, and ally members of the West Chester University community. The
mission of The CTQA is to create an environment where the intersectional
experiences of trans and queer people are supported, celebrated, validated
and affirmed.

Reporting to the Director for the CTQA, the Associate Director works
collaboratively with the CTQA staff to support the mission and function of
the Center. The Associate Director provides extensive program development,
outreach and resource development; peer education program and student
leadership training and development; and educational training and development
on campus. This position supports students, staff, faculty, alumni and
community members who access the space; supervises student employees and
volunteers; provides resources and outreach; and assists with administration
and oversight of the Center.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate an understanding of lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender, non-binary, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual
identities and experiences; experience working with people with marginalized
genders and sexualities; the ability to take initiative, problem solve and
work independently; and the ability to manage multiple projects
simultaneously, with consistent accuracy, follow-through, and timely
completion of projects.

Responsibilities include:

Create and manage publicity and program materials
Evaluate programs, conduct programmatic need assessments and provide
strategic planning
Develop the programming for the year
Work with colleagues across campus and community partners on joint
programmatic initiatives
Develop a marketing strategy to increase visibility
Oversee all aspects of the peer education program including recruitment,
selection, supervision, training, project oversight and evaluation of the
Peer Educators (student employees)
Supervise the Graduate Assistant and possible intern(s)
Develop ongoing training content for the CTQA student staff
Offer support and possible advisement to all LGBTQIA+ and CTQA affiliated
groups
Work with student leaders on programming and program advisement
Provide leadership development through organized meetings, workshops, and
training
Maintain outreach to students and campus community and the Center’s social
media sites
Collaborate with the Graduate Assistant on outreach initiatives
Provide oversight of the development and updating of the office web site and
other online resources
Manage resource development for programs, training, and general use and
production of office publications
Create, promote and facilitate educational opportunities for the campus
community and other constituents
Provide critical education about trans and queer identities and experiences
and how community members can work towards being stronger advocates in
presentations, workshops and trainings
Create a welcoming atmosphere for those who visit the Center
Advise people on resources, program opportunities and ways to get
connected/involved.
Serve on Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and other WCU
committees as a representative for the Center for Trans and Queer Advocacy
Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree
Three years of diversity and inclusion experience
Experience in the creation and implementation of educational programming
Experience developing and facilitating presentations and trainings
Supervisory experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience providing services to the LGBTQIA+ community
Experience working with multicultural and social justice education in the
areas of race, ethnicity, nationality, class, disability, religion,
sexuality, and gender identity
Experience advising and providing group facilitation
Experience with leadership development
Experience supervising students
Experience using social media, web design, and online outreach