Director, Office of Belonging & Inclusion - Cal State Long Beach

Another Source•Long Beach, CA

7d•$75,000 - $102,000•Onsite

About The Position

Another Source’s client, Cal State Long Beach, is recruiting a Director, Office of Belonging and Inclusion to join their team in Long Beach, California. Here’s a little about Cal State Long Beach, the Office of Belonging and Inclusion, and the position they are recruiting for: Cal State Long Beach, one of the largest universities in the CSU system, is located on a beautifully landscaped 320-acre campus near the ocean and the thriving downtown Long Beach community. The Office of Belonging and Inclusion (OBI) plays a central role in advancing student engagement, identity development, and a strong sense of belonging across campus. Through culturally responsive programs, leadership development, and campus partnerships, OBI supports students, particularly those identified by the CSU as underrepresented, in their personal growth, academic success, and connection to the university community. Working closely with campus partners across Student Affairs and Academic Affairs, the Office of Belonging and Inclusion develops initiatives that strengthen recruitment, retention, and degree completion while fostering an inclusive and supportive campus environment where all students can thrive. Reporting to the Associate Vice President for Student Success and Engagement, the Director of the Office of Belonging and Inclusion (OBI) serves as the lead administrator for OBI and the Men’s Success Initiative. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity to shape institution-wide efforts that strengthen belonging, identity development, and student engagement - particularly for students identified by the CSU as underrepresented. The Director will champion culturally responsive programming, advance equity-minded strategies, and collaborate across academic and student affairs to support recruitment, matriculation, persistence, and graduation. This role is ideal for a student affairs leader who brings both strategic vision and operational excellence - and who is passionate about enhancing the student experience for historically underserved communities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field
Minimum of three years of progressive responsibility in higher education, preferably including experience directing a college or university department or program serving diverse student populations
Strong knowledge of student development theory, student affairs practice, and best practices related to diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and student success
Demonstrated experience developing, implementing, and assessing educational programs and initiatives
Experience supervising, mentoring, and evaluating staff
Strong project management, organizational, and budget oversight skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including public speaking and training facilitation
Demonstrated ability to collaborate across divisions and build effective working relationships with diverse stakeholders
Ability to exercise independent judgment and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
Proficiency with standard office technology and software (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite)
Valid California Driver’s License

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Sociology, Education, Ethnic Studies, or a closely related field
Experience planning and coordinating large-scale special events
Familiarity with assessment models, student learning outcomes, and CAS Standards for Multicultural Student Programs

Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and day-to-day oversight of the Office of Belonging and Inclusion and the Men’s Success Initiative
Develop and implement programs, services, and training that promote belonging, inclusion, identity development, and student success
Design and assess culturally responsive initiatives that support engagement, retention, and degree completion
Supervise staff, manage departmental operations, and foster a collaborative, student-centered team culture
Lead budget planning and oversight, including short- and long-range financial planning and expenditure reporting
Partner with units across Student Affairs, academic departments, the Dean of Students, and community organizations to assess needs and tailor programs and trainings
Represent the Division of Student Affairs on campus-wide committees and working groups
Plan and oversee large-scale programs and events, including occasional evening and weekend commitments
Use assessment frameworks and data-informed practices to evaluate effectiveness and drive continuous improvement

Benefits

The CSU system offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary.
Immerse yourself: Being on campus allows you to enjoy renowned sporting events, artist events, world-renowned speakers. Stroll through trails, museums, and enjoy all campus has to offer.
Tuition waiver: up to 2 courses, or 6 units, per semester for employee, spouse, registered domestic partner or eligible dependent child for any of the 23 campuses.
Mission driven culture: Transforming the lives of a diverse student body, including first-generation students and under-represented communities.
Jury duty: The CSU will continue an employee’s salary while they are on jury duty, regardless of length of jury service.
CalPERS Retirement Plan: CalPERS is a defined benefit retirement pension plan. Lifetime medical benefits for you, your spouse, or registered domestic partner.
403(b) Supplemental Retirement Plan (Similar to a 401k plan)
Employees in this classification are entitled to two vacation days (16 hours) per month.
A healthier you. Access to athletic and gym facilities on campus
Transportation support. Pre-tax commuter benefits