Vice President of People, Culture, and Equity

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women • Full-time • Rochester, NY, US • $65k - $90k / year • 2w ago

To apply, send cover letter, resume, and three (3) professional references to: employment@mercyhs.com

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Job Title: Vice President of People, Culture, and Equity – Full-Time (1.0 FTE)

About Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women

Our Lady of Mercy is an Independent Catholic all-girls middle and high school deeply rooted in the Mercy faith tradition. We welcome all girls in grades 6 through 12 — inclusive of all incomes, races, and faith affiliations — who are seeking an alternative to public school or who wish to continue to pursue a faith-based education. We have a strong history of providing quality education to young women, empowering them to excel academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally. Our commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, along with a dedication to Mercy values, sets us apart as a leader in Catholic education. Mercy builds life-changing competence, confidence, and compassion that prepares and inspires young women to achieve the highest level of success in college, in career, and in the community.

Job Summary: The Vice President of People, Culture, and Equity (VPPCE) at Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women will play a pivotal, strategic role in ensuring the full realization of the school's mission and culture, while integrating the principles of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) across all aspects of the school community — including but not limited to parents, the community at large, alumni, and trustees. Serving as a strategic partner and reporting to the President/CEO, the VPPCE works in partnership with the management team and all school constituencies to strategically advance culture, equity, diversity, and inclusion as an interconnected part of Mercy’s commitment to transformative justice. The VPPCE will also be responsible for building a strategic DEIB roadmap in consultation with the voices of the community, using data to inform school-wide DEIB priorities and promoting an inclusive culture where students and employees can thrive. This senior leadership position will collaborate closely with the President/CEO and the Principal of Mercy to cultivate a culture of belonging and purpose among school constituencies. This position will serve as a resource for Mercy to develop and implement diversity policies, training, workshops, and participation in projects, including, but not limited to, increasing the representation and inclusion of underrepresented and underserved groups. This position will assess and track successful efforts, highlighting best practices and identifying areas that need attention to improve efforts toward achieving school goals.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Mission Integration:

○ Deeply understand and embody the mission, values, and traditions of Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women.

○ Develop strategies to infuse the school's mission into all aspects of academic, co-curricular, and community life.

○ Lead initiatives to ensure alignment between the mission and daily practices within the school.

○ Promote and foster a culture committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, and ensure policies and procedures align with the school’s mission, equity statement, and strategic plan.

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB):

○ Develop and implement initiatives to foster diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging throughout the school community.

○ Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, administration, parents, alumni, trustees, and the community at large to address systemic barriers and promote a culture of equity and inclusivity.

○ Provide training and resources to support the understanding and implementation of DEIB principles.

○ Engage with all stakeholders, promoting and advancing Mercy’s culture and equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives focusing on the school’s strategic plan and equity statement.

○ Implement a cultural vision using Mercy’s Equity Statement as a road map to work with the various constituencies to create action plans, communication strategies, and school messaging.

Community Engagement:

○ Serve as a visible and accessible advocate for people, culture, and equity within the school community.

○ Facilitate dialogue and collaboration among diverse stakeholders to promote understanding and respect for different perspectives.

○ Establish partnerships with external organizations and resources to enhance DEIB initiatives and community engagement efforts.

○ Facilitate the promotion and advancement toward community building and key strategic partnership. Form effective relationships with external leaders and community members to advance the mission of Mercy.

Leadership and Collaboration:

○ Collaborate closely with both the President and Principal to align strategic goals and priorities with the school's mission and DEIB objectives.

○ Provide leadership and guidance to faculty, staff, and student leaders in fostering a culture of mission-driven equity and belonging.

○ Participate in leadership team meetings and contribute to decision-making processes that advance the school's mission and values.

○ Manage and oversee the department’s budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility and alignment with organizational goals.

○ Assess diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging across the organization and work with Mercy’s leadership and teams to develop professional development training for staff, faculty, and students, leading to an increased understanding of culturally responsible pedagogy consistent with the school’s goals, strategies, tactics, and measures of success.

○ Serve as a member of the management team and regularly contribute to People & Culture analysis and data to inform decisions that impact employees and students.

○ Use data to create measurable outcomes, and implement other strategic priorities related to people and culture set by the President, the Principal, and the management team.

○ Provide leadership consulting and be adept at coaching and influencing at all levels of the organization.

○ Develop and implement educational resources (seminars, workshops, and town halls) for creating best practices to support Mercy’s values and strategic goals.

Professional Development:

○ Design and deliver training programs and workshops on DEIB topics for faculty, staff, and administration.

○ Provide ongoing support and resources to empower educators in integrating DEIB principles into their teaching practices and interactions with students.

○ Oversee development, implementation, and collaboration, focusing on culturally responsive pedagogy and inclusive education curriculum in the general core practice of Mercy.

Student Support and Engagement:

○ Implement initiatives to promote a sense of belonging and inclusivity among students from diverse backgrounds.

○ Serve as a resource for students seeking support or guidance related to issues of identity, belonging, or inclusion.

○ Oversee the creation of safe spaces and affinity-based programming and services reflective of the school’s Critical Concerns agenda.

Talent Acquisition and Policy Creation:

○ Collaborate with the President, Principal, and Human Resources to develop recruitment and retention strategies that prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in hiring practices and retention.

○ Participate in candidate interviews and selection processes, ensuring alignment with the school's mission and commitment to DEIB.

○ Contribute to the development of school policies and procedures that promote a culture of belonging and support the well-being of all members of the school community.

○ Work in collaboration with Human Resources and other external constituencies to recruit and retain employees from traditionally marginalized communities to ensure a diverse workforce of faculty and staff to support employee and student success.

○ Ensure the school meets its commitment to Equal Access/Equal Opportunity, maintain a work environment free of discrimination, and support a diverse multicultural workforce.

○ Foster building a high-performance and accountable culture of trust, recognition, transparency, respect, and results among team members at all school levels, consistent with Mercy’s short and long-term strategic plan goals.

○ Form effective relationships with leaders and their teams, advising and providing talent guidance.

Additional Responsibilities:

○ Uphold the mission of Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women.

○ Demonstrate the Mercy charisms and act as a role model of world-class learning.

○ Promote the Mercy values and Critical Concerns in our community.

○ Participate in Mercy traditions and celebrations.

Professional Qualifications:

● Master's degree in education, leadership, theology, social justice, or a related field (preferred).

● Minimum of 5 years of experience in education, with a demonstrated commitment to mission-driven leadership and DEIB initiatives.

● Deep understanding of Catholic identity and values, as well as other faith traditions, with the ability to integrate these beliefs into a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

● Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships across diverse constituencies.

● Experience facilitating training and workshops on DEIB topics.

● Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

● Commitment to ongoing personal and professional development in areas related to mission, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.

This position offers a unique opportunity to lead transformative change within a dynamic educational community committed to fostering compassion, excellence, and social responsibility. If you are passionate about advancing mission-driven education and creating a more inclusive and equitable school environment, we invite you to apply.

In addition to key responsibilities, the Vice President of People, Culture, and Equity will perform other duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $65,000-$90,000 a year (pay will vary depending upon relevant experience for the position)

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and is not exhaustive. Responsibilities may evolve over time to meet the changing needs of the school community.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Our Lady of Mercy School for Young Women has a clear vision: to be a place where a diverse mix of talented people want to come, stay, and do their best work. Helping us achieve this vision is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment, consistent with federal, state, and local laws. Accordingly, all applicants for employment are to be treated without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or citizen status, disability, sexual orientation, marital or veteran’s status, or any other status protected by law. This policy pertains to every aspect of an individual’s relationship with the school, including, but not limited to, recruitment, selection, compensation, benefits, training, promotion, transfer, discipline, or termination.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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