University of Illinois

University of Illinois

Associate Director of Arts, Culture & Community Programming

Urbana, IL, US · Director

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 7 days ago
LeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingPublic Speaking

About the role

  • In the absence of the Director, may assume responsibility for La Casa operations.
  • Coordinate the recruitment, hiring, training, supervision, and evaluation of student employees, interns, ambassadors, and/or graduate assistants.
  • Advise students individually and in groups on identity development, belonging, and leadership, and provide appropriate recommendations and referrals.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain and update La Casa communications platforms, including website, newsletters, digital signage, and social media.
  • Support the documentation and preservation of La Casa's programs, events, and community history through digital archives and storytelling initiatives.
  • Maintain compliance with university policies, procedures, and applicable laws.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Arts, Cultural Programming Workshops Develop and lead culturally responsive, interdisciplinary programs that promote student success, global awareness, intercultural engagement, and positive identity development.
  • Lead and coordinate signature programs and initiatives (e.g., Latine Heritage Month, Congratulatory, cultural arts events).
  • Collaborate with campus and community artists, performers, and cultural workers to curate exhibitions, performances, and arts-based experiences.
  • Support opportunities for student creative expression and artistic development.
  • Assist in advancing student success and inclusion initiatives that support Latina/o/x/e and Hispanic students' persistence, sense of belonging, and graduation.
  • Collaborate with Student Affairs Marketing and Communications to support timely and effective promotion of programs and events.

Benefits

  • Provide professional learning experiences (e.g., leadership retreats, trainings, workshops) that support student staff in developing personal and professional skills.
  • Design and facilitate educationally transformative workshops and trainings for students and campus stakeholders on equity, advocacy, wellness, storytelling, leadership, and community engagement.
  • Collaborate with campus and community partners to advance intercultural learning, civic responsibility, and global engagement through an intersectional, arts-centered lens.
  • Assessment Evaluation Implement assessment tools and program evaluations to measure engagement, learning outcomes, and impact.

Visa & Work Authorization

  • Develop and support partnerships with campus and community stakeholders, including co-sponsorship opportunities for programs and initiatives

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