Special Assistant to the Vice President for Equity & Inclusion

Reporting to the Vice President for Equity & Inclusion (VP), the Special Assistant to the Vice President for Equity & Inclusion serves as a strategic partner and advisor to the Vice President for Equity and Inclusion. This role is designed for an innovative and detail-oriented professional who can advance the university’s equity, inclusion, and opportunity priorities by ensuring effective execution of high-impact initiatives, advancing strategic planning efforts, and supporting institutional accountability measures.

Acting as a bridge between the Vice President, University stakeholders, and external partners, the Special Assistant will provide strategic project management, policy alignment, and operational oversight. The role supports the implementation of university-wide DEI initiatives, oversees strategic reporting processes, and ensures integration of OEIO’s programs, including CSTEP/STEP, HEOP, and Student Support Services, into broader institutional goals.