Center Director; ina haws; Diversity & Cultural Engagement

Overview

Center Director (ina haws; Diversity & Cultural Engagement) for the kaku-ixt mana ina haws center at Oregon State University. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position located in Corvallis.

• Center Leadership: provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the kaku-ixt mana ina haws center, fostering an Indigenous-centered environment that supports belonging, cultural connections, student development, community care, and visibility for Indigenous students and communities at OSU.
• Staff Supervision: mentor and supervise student staff (approx. 10), including hiring, training, evaluation, professional development, and ensuring adherence to employment policies.
• Administrative & Financial Operations: oversee budget management, purchasing, reconciliations, facilities, space reservations, risk assessment, emergency preparedness, and compliance with institutional policies and applicable laws including NAGPRA.
• Programming & Partnerships: advance Indigenous programming that affirms identities, histories, and sovereignty; build partnerships with OSU departments, Tribal nations, and external communities to support Indigenous students and increase institutional awareness.
• Student Support & Crisis Management: navigate crises, resolve conflicts, address conduct issues, provide referrals, and uphold university standards.
• Strategic Alignment: align ina haws initiatives with DCE and OSU strategic priorities and the Diversity Action Plan to improve access, retention, and graduation outcomes for Indigenous and other minoritized students.
• Local Protocols: support inclusion of local Tribal protocols and practices in center use and stewardship of cultural items.
• Student Engagement: facilitate connections to academic, personal, and cultural resources to strengthen student experience, retention, and well-being.

• Contribute to DCE strategic goals through continuous learning, improvement, and culturally responsive practices.
• Lead departmental subcommittees in areas such as Outreach & Engagement, Staff Development, Recruitment & Hiring, and Assessment.
• Participate in weekly DCE staff meetings to strengthen relationships, strategize on student needs, and advance departmental projects.
• Represent DCE on institutional committees and at events; provide educational and cultural resources through presentations, workshops, trainings, and collaborations.

• Coordinate special projects, pursue ongoing professional development, and serve as a visible campus and community representative of the kimih, demonstrating leadership and care.

• Bachelor’s degree in a field related to the position (e.g., Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, Education, Social Sciences).
• Four or more years of higher education experience in academic support, leadership development, community engagement, programming, or related fields; or equivalent experience working with Indigenous communities.
• Mentoring, advising, and/or supervision experience.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Knowledge of Indigenous identities, histories, and sovereignty; ability to work with diverse Indigenous communities across intersecting identities.
• Experience managing multiple complex projects and strong written/oral communication skills; crisis management and bias-related incident handling.
• Budget management experience.

Note:

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive role; a criminal history check will be required. Final candidates may be subject to additional checks per University policy.

• Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Ethnic Studies, Cultural Studies, Indigenous Studies, Counseling, or related field.
• 2+ years of direct experience with cultural resource centers, multicultural programming, or identity-focused student services in higher education.
• Experience working with student organizations and designing trainings/workshops on social justice, identity development, or community building.
• Knowledge of assessment and program evaluation strategies; ability to collaborate with a broad range of campus and community stakeholders.

• Campus-based, generally Monday–Friday; occasional evenings and weekends.
• Work in a cultural resource center setting with frequent interaction with faculty, staff, and students.
• Confidential information handling; occasional out-of-state travel; ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Pay Method:
Salary

Pay Period: 1st through last day of month

Pay Date:
Last working day of month

Recommended Full-Time Salary Range: $65,000–$70,000

Link To Position

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Posting Details:
Posting Number P09608UF; 1 vacancy;
Anticipated Start Date 05/01/2026;
Posting Date 12/16/2025;
Closing Date 01/25/2026.

How to Apply:

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