Coordinator, Queer and Trans Students of Color Resources and Retention

Position Announcement

Position Details

Proposed Start Date

12 / 15 / 2025

Classification Title

Advising and Student Services

Rank

N - No Rank

Working Title

Coordinator, Queer and Trans Students of Color Resources and Retention

Department

332451 - QRC Queer Resource Center

Position Number

D91306

Representation

AU - AAUP

Renewable

Renewable

End date, if applicable

Position FTE

1.0

Tenure Status

N - not applicable

Position Summary

Brief Description of PSU / School / Dept

Position Summary

The Coordinator for Queer and Trans Students of Color Resources and Retention provides leadership for serving queer and trans students of color and supports direct service programs at Portland State University through the Queer Resource Center. The Coordinator supports the mission of the QRC by providing support and outreach to all students who are queer and trans while primarily supporting and focusing on students of color. This position provides coordination and leadership for the QRC's Queer and Trans Students of Color Program, which includes one-on-one advocacy and mentoring, community-building among queer and trans students of color on campus, including the annual Queer Students of Color Conference and other events and conferences. The Coordinator will supervise 2-3 interns or student staff, engage in program development, and assessment, and create student-centered events. This position supports internal outreach on campus through community building, educational workshops and trainings for faculty, staff, and students, and supports external outreach through annual collaboration and partnerships with local queer and trans non-profit organizations. This Coordinator participates in campus-wide committees to represent the Queer Resource Center in all aspects of university life. This is a represented position. Occasional after-hours and weekend hours are required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 3 years of related experience;
• Demonstrated experience mentoring and advising individuals and groups;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills and experience;
• Demonstrated experience working with queer and trans communities;
• Thorough knowledge of queer and trans people of color communities and concerns;
• Comprehensive understanding of social justice and the intersection of identities and oppression.

Preferred Qualifications

Key Cultural Competencies

Environmental Stewardship

Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.

Work Days / Hours

M-F 8am-5pm

Total Compensation Range & Benefits Statement

The starting annual salary for this position will be between $56,880 and $58,776.

PSU offers an excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.

Please visit our total compensation calculator to see the full value of our benefits package.

Application Instructions

Additional Information

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Additional Application Instructions (deadlines, etc.)

In accordance with the AAUP collective bargaining agreement this position is open only to current PSU AAUP academic professionals. Article 17 Section 11 refers :

Does this position require the employee to drive a motor vehicle?

No

Background Check Required

Yes

Position End Date (if applicable)

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Search Details

Posting Close Date

11 / 21 / 2025

Projected Close Date for Posting

Closes

Application screening begins

12 / 15 / 2025

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