Assistant Director - The Gender and Sexuality Resource Center

Position Summary:

The Assistant Director of the Gender & Sexuality Resource Center (GSRC) is responsible for the centers’ daily operations, programs, programming, and student support services as related to the goals and mission of the Diversity Affairs Division and Fort Lewis College

Job Description:

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Supervise and direct daily operations of the GSRC to ensure open access for FLC students during operating hours and additional time periods as necessary. 
• Direct and implement GSRC focused programs and programming (e.g., academic, cultural, and enrichment) to ensure community connection and belonging, ensure academic success, increase student retention and pathways to graduation. 
• Ensure resources (computers, event supplies, etc.) are available through the GSRC and proper maintenance occurs throughout the year. 
• Coordinate administrative processes to ensure implementation of the GSRC programs and programming is in place, in accordance with college policies, procedures and strategic plan. 
• Manage center budget accounts, foundation accounts, and ensure college funding follows college accounting policies and procedures. 
• Manage various funding sources for student success including scholarships, emergency 

funds, and more. 

• Collaborate with Advancement and foundation to continue fund growth, grant writing, and any financial opportunities available to the Diversity Affairs Department. 
• Supervise and manage GSRC purchasing tracking, submit monthly purchasing card statements with receipts, and utilize college Purchasing Card in accordance with Student Affairs processes and college policies. 
• Hire, mentor, and supervise student employees and interns (student staff of 8-12 work study and non-work study students, student interns); hire, schedule, oversee day to day operations, provide regular feedback and evaluations for student employees, schedule retreats and trainings for students, and perform other supervisory duties as needed
•  Offer support for Registered Student Organizations (RSOs) and other student groups affiliated with the GSRC, interpret and administer college policies and procedures and assist with event planning and collaboration. 
• Implement and coordinate marketing of the GSRC programs and programming across campus via posters, newsletters, announcements and social media accounts. 
• Maintain and update the GSRC website including updated promotional materials in consultation with Marketing & Communications. 
• Direct GSRC assessment initiatives, connecting center outcomes to divisional and institutional goals and managing the development of assessment and evaluation tools for programs and services. 
• Create, develop, and foster collaborative, inclusive partnerships with college offices and departments to provide top quality co-curricular involvement experiences for LGBTQIA2S+ students. 
• Create, develop, and foster collaborative, inclusive partnerships with off campus partners to provide top quality community engagement with the broader 4-corners area 
• Support campus and national committee and policy work that relates to the GSRC including but not limited to; LGBTQIA2S+ Advisory Committee, Campus Pride Index, etc. 
• Supervise and direct relevant training for the campus community as aligned with the GSRC.  
• Maintain a database on training provided and produce yearly assessment of program validity.  
• Assist the Director of Belonging with the development, implementation, and assessment of pertinent and relevant DEI training for the campus community. 
• Collaborate with community partners that serve the LGBTQIA2S+ community to provide resources and access to healthcare needs relevant to students. 
• Serve as consultant and thought partner for campus policy and resource development for campus LGBTQIA2S+ student support 
• Support division-wide admissions, orientation, homecoming, and graduation events. 
• Maintains knowledge and awareness of digital accessibility including the American with Disabilities Act and Section 508.
• Produces and remediates digitally accessible materials in accordance with FLC standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Education, Specialized Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university 
• Experience working with a variety of diverse groups in an educational setting, specifically the LGBTQIA2S+ community 
• One or more years of experience in the supervision of staff 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Two or more years of relevant job experience including event and program management  

Preferred Education, Specialized Skills and Experience:

• Master's degree in Education, Business, Organizational Development, or related field 
• Understanding of and experience working with LGBTQIA2S+ populations 
• Experience in leading and implementation broad-scale diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
• Experience in grant development and donor relations 
• Experience with program assessment and evaluation

Reports To / Supervisory Responsibility:

This employee reports to the Director of Belonging under Diversity Affairs and supervises student staff.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that an employee can expect while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone, and printers, light traffic).
• Ability to work in a confined area.
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to, stand, sit; talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard reach, stoop kneel to install computer equipment
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision requirements due to computer work
• Light to moderate lifting is required

Travel:

Limited travel for training or conferences may be required. However, less than 5% is expected for this

FLSA Status/ Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Exempt
• Full Time 1.0 FTE
• Permanent
• Full Year
• Typical Work hours are Monday to Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Salary

The salary range is $53,000 to $57,000, plus a comprehensive benefits package

Application Process

A complete application packet includes:

• Cover letter addressing interest and qualifications for the position

• Resume

• Names and contact information for three current, professional references

Applicant materials received by 11:59 pm on January 4, 2026, will receive full consideration.

The successful candidate will be required to submit original, official college transcripts and pass a background check. 

About Fort Lewis College:

On a sage-brushed mesa overlooking downtown Durango and the La Plata Mountains, Fort Lewis College is Southwest Colorado’s premier public undergraduate research institution. With more than half of the 3,300 students identifying as people of color, FLC’s academic programming and campus life thrive on nurturing safe, diverse spaces for intellectual exploration and helping people achieve their career goals. A Native American-serving, Non-Tribal Institution, FLC is committed to promoting economic development in neighboring tribal communities and connecting students with the education they need to be the change in the world they want to see. Degree programs span the arts, business, education, health sciences, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Coursework builds on the natural, cultural, and historical resources found around the Four Corners region. Students work closely with faculty on research projects with real-world implications. Like the mountain town it resides in, FLC promotes a culture of work-life balance for students, faculty, and staff. Skyhawks enjoy unparalleled access to a healthy outdoor lifestyle thanks to 300 days of sunshine a year and more than 300 miles of hiking and biking trails in and around Durango

Notice to Prospective Employees:
 The Fort Lewis College is required by the Clery Act of 1990 to notify prospective employees, current employees, students and applicants where to access our Campus Security Report.  The report is updated and published annually in accordance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Federal Student Right-to-Know, the Federal Drug-free Schools and Campuses Act of 1989. This report contains information about:

• Fort Lewis College's alcohol and other drug policy

• Sexual assault policy

• Campus security policies

• Campus/community resources

• The Colorado Riot Offense Statute restriction on enrollment

• Where to find registered sex offender information

• Crime statistics for the previous three calendar years

• Reporting crimes

 
 The Campus Security Report can be accessed in two ways:
By going to the internet website at:   www.fortlewis.edu/AnnualSecurityReport Fort Lewis College Student Affairs Office will also provide a paper copy of the annual security report upon request.   You can reach them at (970) 247-7331.

Equal Opportunity
Fort Lewis College does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, sex*, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, family or domestic status, political beliefs, veteran status, pregnancy, or genetic information. Accordingly, equal opportunity for employment shall be extended to all persons. The College shall promote equal opportunity, equal treatment, and affirmative action efforts to increase the diversity of students, faculty, and staff. The College is dedicated to building a culturally diverse and pluralistic faculty and staff committed to teaching and working in a multicultural environment. To file a report, get resources, read policies, or make an appointment, See www.fortlewis.edu/CARE.

Discrimination Questions?

Office of Compliance and Community Standards
David Pirrone, Director of Compliance
210 Berndt Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7182 djpirrone@fortlewis.edu

Questions about Title IX sex discrimination?    
Office of the Title IX Coordinator
Madeleine Gillman, Assistant Director of Compliance and Title IX Coordinator
210 Berndt Hall
1000 Rim Drive
Durango, Colorado 81301
(970) 247-7049 mgillman@fortlewis.edu

Information about Fort Lewis College’s alcohol and drug policy, sexual assault policy, campus security policies, campus crime statistics, fire safety procedures and fire statistics, and campus/community resources can be found in the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. Hard copies are available upon request.

* Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Fort Lewis College may be directed to FLC's Title IX Coordinator and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education.

ADAA Accommodations
Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please contact Kristin Polens by phone 970-247-7459 or email kpolens@fortlewis.edu at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.