Director of Social Justice Center Job Listing at Bellevue College in Bellevue, WA (Job ID 14963)

Description

Position Summary  

The Director of the Social Justice Center reports to the Vice President of the Office of Community Care and Institutional Transformation (OCCIT) and provides strategic leadership and the direction for the Social Justice Center (SJC). This position manages all day-to-day responsibilities associated with the SJC, including programming, staffing, outreach and engagement. This role supports the mission and vision of the Office of Community Care & Institutional Transformation and supports the activities and needs of the office. Additionally, the position provides staff support for employee affinity groups and engages the campus community in activities and events that support social justice education and inclusive community development. 

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule  

Position Salary Range: $93,880/year - $136,126/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $104,442/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay.

About The College  

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College.

About the Department  

The Office of Community Care & Institutional Transformation has a primary function at Bellevue College of centering the people that make up our community. We understand the root causes of harm and disrupt behaviors that sustain systems rooted in a false belief in human hierarchy through continuous learning and collaborative practices. We are responsible for advancing community care in all of our institutional strategies and practices.

Essential Functions  

Social Justice Center Management

• Engages, supports and educates the campus community on social justice issues related to campus care and inclusive campus transformation efforts. 
• Leads and implements calendar of events and programs for the SJC in support of employees and students. 
• Prepares internal end of year engagement reports and reports regarding external collaborations for OCCIT and SJC efforts.
• Establishes procedures for, interprets and applies the administrative policies for the work of the unit.
• Coordinates, plans, organizes, and budgets special projects and events in collaboration with other departments as defined by the Vice President 
• Ensures and maintains physical space of the SJC and other spaces managed by OCCIT
• Supervises student employees associated with the SJC 
   

External Community & Industry Engagement  

• Strategizes, plans, and implements community outreach with stakeholders of historically excluded communities that include but not limited to: non-profit organizations, religious institutions, community centers, businesses, and K-12 partners. 
• Solicits stakeholder feedback and translates to tangible activities, initiatives, events, or collaborations.
• Analyzes institutional and community data to provide insights and understanding of community and college unmet needs and interests.
• Identifies external trends and recognizing promising practices which will support the College¿s strategic plans.
• Maintains relationships with a diversity of related organizations, with the intention of working together and improving BC¿s brand recognition within the community.

Internal Community & Program Engagement

• Directs the organization of educational events, networking opportunities, and social activities for affinity groups.
• Strategizes, plans, and implements the development of affinity group presence on website, onboarding, and campus programming.
• Analyzes demographic data to provide insights and understanding of community development and college unmet needs and interests.
• Directs the development of trainings aligned with SJC efforts and work on behalf of the OCCIT, quarterly retreats, and other diversity related events and tools to further the diversity mission of BC.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
   

Minimum Qualifications  

• Bachelor's degree. Any combination of relevant education and/or experience may be substituted for the educational requirement on a year-for-year basis. 
• Five (5) years of progressively responsible event management, training, facilitation, and leadership.
• Demonstrated training and experience in leading the evaluation and advancement of institutional initiatives using a people-centered and equity focused approach.
• Demonstrated experience in maintaining websites.
• Demonstrated experience in organizing and managing events, including conferences and institutional gatherings.
• Experience and proficiency in supporting executive leadership with professionalism
• Effective communications skills, both written and verbal, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in working independently and/or collaboratively to develop compliance policies, as well as related training sessions, informational events, and presentation materials. 
• Experience fostering collaboration between individuals and teams from various areas and with differing perspectives and philosophies. 
• Demonstrated understanding of state and federal policies that impact higher education.
• Demonstrated experience in applying data informed practices to support change management processes. 
• Advanced knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook) , including use of complex formatting, advanced features, and graphics.

Conditions of Employment  

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law.

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

Other Information  

• This position is NOT eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

How To Apply  

Applications received by 07/09/2025 will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Complete Job Questionnaires 

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at jobs@bellevuecollege.edu.

EEO Statement  

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact hraccommodations@bellevuecollege.edu .

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