COMPLETE MUSCP - Chief Equity Officer - Charleston

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) is seeking an experienced, visionary, and dynamic individual to serve as the Chief Equity Officer. This leader plays a critical role in the execution and oversight of MUSC’s OneMUSC strategy and advancing MUSC's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion across all aspects of the organization. The Chief Equity Officer will lead the Office of Equity team and is responsible for ongoing and new efforts to promote a culture of equity, eliminate disparities, and foster an inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and patients.

Entity

University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and Financials

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC001937 UMA OTHR PAY MUHA Funded Leadership CC

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

Health-00

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

This position is a dual report to the MUSC President and to the CEO of MUSC Health & Vice President for Health Affairs for the University and has a dotted reporting line to the MUSC Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs. The position serves as a member of President’s Council, Team SC, and MUSC Enterprise Leadership Council.

Key Responsibilities:

Support MUSC’s OneMUSC strategy and lead the execution and oversight of the elements pertaining to advancing MUSC's commitment to inclusive excellence, equity, and engagement across all aspects of the organization.

Re-envision and develop the future institutional equity plan: Create a comprehensive plan that outlines strategies, goals, and objectives to enhance equity and inclusion at MUSC. Ensure alignment with the university's mission and core values.

Advise senior leadership: Collaborate with executive leadership to integrate equity principles into strategic planning and decision-making processes. Offer guidance on policies, practices, and initiatives to promote equity and foster an inclusive environment.

In collaboration with the senior leaders, plan, develop, and direct strategic and operational efforts to help MUSC more effectively recruit, develop, engage, and retain leadership, student body and workforce to that more adequately reflect the diversity of the population that we serve.

Collaborate with stakeholders including faculty, staff, students, patient advocacy groups, community organizations, and external partners, to develop and implement initiatives that promote an environment where all people feel engaged, included, and valued.

Collaborate with Inaugural Executive Director, Integrated Center for Health Equity to address health access and health equity across the enterprise and state with measurable outcomes.

Provide training and education: Develop and deliver comprehensive educational programs, workshops, professional development, and training sessions to enhance to enrich skill sets, enhance collaboration, and to elevate the academic learning and patient/family environments,

Foster a climate of cultural competence and sensitivity throughout the organization.

Provide oversight and management for Federal and State compliance programs to include Title IX, Equal Employment, ADA resources and Digital Accessibility.

Monitor progress and measure impact: Establish measurable benchmarks to track progress towards equity goals. Regularly evaluate outcomes, identify areas of improvement, and provide data-driven reports to senior leadership and the Board of Trustees.

Additional Job Description

Qualifications:

Education: Doctorate or Master’s degree in an academic health science related field, business management, or similar degree in health or higher education administration, human resources management, community outreach or other relevant experience.

Experience: A minimum of 7-10 years of progressively responsible experience in leading equity, diversity, and inclusion initiatives within a complex organization. Experience in a healthcare or higher education environment is highly desirable.

Knowledge: Deep understanding of equity theory, social justice, and cultural competence. Familiarity with legal and regulatory frameworks related to equity, including Title IX, ADA, and EEOC regulations.

Leadership skills: Proven ability to provide strategic leadership, engage stakeholders, and build consensus. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Innovative strategic thinking skills.

Demonstrated strong analytical and problem-solving skills, executive consulting and client relationship skills, integration and strategic planning skills, and facilitation and presentation skills.

Commitment to equity: A passion for promoting inclusive excellence, equity, and engagement. Demonstrated commitment to social justice and advancing the rights and well-being of marginalized communities.

The Medical University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive workforce. The Chief Equity Officer will play a pivotal role in fostering an environment that celebrates diversity and ensures equal opportunities for all individuals.

Physical Requirements: Continuous requirements are to perform job functions while standing, walking and sitting. Ability to bend at the waist, kneel, climb stairs, reach in all directions, fully use both hands and legs, possess good finger dexterity, perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders, reach in all directions. Maintain 20/40 vision corrected, see and recognize objects close at hand and at a distance, work in a latex safe environment and work indoors.  Frequently lift and/or carry objects weighing 20 lbs (+/-) unassisted. Lift from 36" to overhead 15 lbs.  Infrequently work in dusty areas and confined/cramped spaces.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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