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WHO WOULD I REPORT TO?

Joann Zhang (On Leave)

WHAT DEPARTMENT IS THIS IN?

5420 Non Work Study, Inclusion and Multicultural Engagement

WHEN DOES THIS POSITION BEGIN (AND END, IF APPLICABLE?

2026-02-23

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ABOUT THE POSITION:

IME is a campus resource and community space that supports students from all identities and backgrounds, with a special focus on those who identify as students of color, first-generation students, and/or students within the LGBTQ+ community. IME focuses on creating opportunities for belonging, leadership, advocacy, and celebrating diverse cultures on our Lewis & Clark campus and beyond.

The Special Events & Program Coordinator position is responsible for leading the planning committees and events related to LGBTQ+ History Month, MLK Week,  Black History Month, and Asian Diaspora Pacific Islander Heritage Month. In addition to Heritage and History months, this position will co-lead other events that pertain to historically underrepresented communities alongside the IME team. Applicants must be available to work on campus for the entire 2026-2027 school year.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead planning committees for the LGBTQ+ History Month, Black History Month, and Asian Diaspora Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

• Plan and facilitate at least one heritage/history month program during the heritage/history month listed above. 

• Support, plan, and facilitate community events (First-Generation Celebration, MLK Week, annual banquet, etc. )

• Collaborate with Affinity clubs & unions (as needed)

• Support the daily operations of the IME suite (greeting guests, maintaining the suite, promoting events, etc.).

• Attend bi-weekly IME staff meetings, training, and 1:1s with the IME supervisor.

• Develop programs, workshops, and/or events that focus on creating belonging and community for historically marginalized students.

• Collaborate on projects and major IME events with the IME team, campus partners, and/or external agencies.

• Participate in outreach efforts, including but not limited to tabling, social media, etc. 

• Serve as an ambassador for college initiatives on diversity and inclusion, including upholding all College policies.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Good organizational, time management, and communication skills, both verbal and written.

• Proven experience in creative problem-solving and ongoing self-assessment.

• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Foundational understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, anti-oppression work, and/or ethnic or cultural studies.

• Demonstrated commitment to supporting and celebrating individuals and communities from historically underrepresented backgrounds.

• Applicants should have a GPA of 2.5 or higher or have shown significant improvement each semester for at least two semesters. If this is your first semester at L&C, please email a screenshot of your progress report to joannz@lclark.edu. If you do not believe your GPA or progress report reflects your ability to be successful, please feel free to let us know.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience planning and coordinating events at Lewis & Clark, either through a department or a student organization.

• Ability to manage logistics and balance multiple projects simultaneously.

• Experience facilitating — or an interest in facilitating — dialogues, workshops, or conversations with small and large groups

WORK STUDY PREFERENCE:

• Federal or L&C Work Study strongly preferred - if you have questions about your eligibility, please contact Financial Aid at 503-768-7090 or fao@lclark.edu

SCHEDULE:

• Work shifts available between 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Mondays - Fridays

• Student must be able to work 6 - 7 hours per week, Mondays - Fridays

• On occasion, students may be asked to work evenings and/or weekends depending on the College event schedule

RATE OF PAY:

•  Current OR minimum wage

IMPORTANT NOTES:

• Hired staff will represent IME and may be asked to serve as an ambassador for the college. This individual will be expected to uphold all College policies. Student conduct records will be reviewed as part of the process. Please inform us if you have any concerns or matters you would like to discuss before we proceed. The presence of a conduct record will not necessarily affect your application.

• Hired staff should expect to work in the IME suite. Working from home may be approved on rare occasions and on a case-by-case basis.

• Some positions may require summer work (with flexible virtual hours) and will be communicated in the offer email. Regular office hours will begin during the first week of classes in the fall and will conclude by the last day of the spring semester unless approved by the supervisor. 

• Hired staff are not expected to work over reading days and breaks unless approved by a supervisor.

• Hired staff are expected to participate in the fall and spring staff training, which is currently scheduled for Friday, August 28, 2025, and Monday, January 18, 2026 (or Saturday, January 23, 2026) 

• *IME Student Staff will be paid hourly during regularly assigned duties. For special events (Great Expectation Mentorship (GEM) retreat, or events as specified ahead of time by the director), IME Student Staff will be paid a set amount for that day('s) work. 

APPLICATION STEPS & TIMELINE

• Apply by Wednesday, January 21st, by 8 am

• Interviews will take place between the end of January and early February. 

• Our goal is to complete the hiring process by the end of February. 

• Questions? E-mail Joann Zhang (she/her) at joannz@lclark.edu

THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND EMPLOYERS (NACE) COMPETENCIES:

NACE competencies are the skills that employers are looking for in college graduates. By engaging in this role with IME, hired staff should expect to develop the following NACE competencies. 

• Equity and Inclusion - Demonstrate the awareness, attitude, knowledge, and skills required to equitably engage and include people from different cultures and backgrounds.. Engage in anti-oppressive practices that actively challenge the systems, structures, and policies of racism and inequity.

• Communication - Clearly and effectively exchange information, ideas, facts, and perspectives with persons inside and outside of an organization.

• Critical Thinking - Identify and respond to needs based upon an understanding of situational context and logical analysis of relevant information.

Lewis & Clark College adheres to a nondiscriminatory policy with respect to educational programs, activities, employment, and admission.  We do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, sex, religion, age, marital status, national origin, the presence of any physical or sensory disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state, and local laws.  The Associate Vice President of Human Resources has been designated to handle inquiries regarding employment- and disability-related non-discrimination policies.  Title IX inquiries may be directed to the Title IX coordinator or deputy Title IX coordinators.

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Reasonable Accommodation

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. 

Eligibility to Work
In order to comply with US Homeland Security Department regulations, all employees must complete an I-9 form in Workday prior to or no later than the first day of work and bring originals (no photocopies) of their supporting documentation to Human Resources no later than the 3rd business day of employment. Failure to have a completed I-9 form on file with the College will result in immediate termination of employment.