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Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Department: University President

Work Type: Full Time 

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www. rush. edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $45.59 - $66.16 per hour
Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. This role has a corresponding incentive plan based on multiple factors. incentive compensation and additional benefits can be found on our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits)

Summary:
The Manager of Inclusive Excellence Education will lead the design, delivery, and assessment of education programs that advance equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging at Rush. With specializations in Health Equity Education, Inclusive Teaching and Leadership Practices, this role will strengthen the organization’s commitment to patient-centered care, educational excellence, and inclusive excellence. The position reports to the Director, Inclusive Excellence and Belonging and work closely with executive leaders. The Manager will strategically partner with clinical, academic, and operational leaders to optimize outcomes and experiences for all.

Other information:
Required Job Qualifications:
•Master’s degree required
•At least 7 years of related experience
•Earned Doctorate degree preferred
Preferred Job Qualifications:
•Demonstrated leadership competency and ability to develop productive working relationships with multiple constituencies (faculty, staff, students, etc.)
•Strong team player
•Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
•Excellent organizational and project management skills
•Initiative to seek alternative approaches and solutions
•Demonstrated ability to problem-solve, multi-task, and understand the big picture
•Commitment to customer service
•Ability to enforce standards of professionalism and to resolve conflicts across a broad spectrum (involving faculty, staff, and student needs)
•Successful track record of prior experience related to project management including managing large, multi-dimensional projects
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Disclaimer:
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.

Responsibilities:
•Design and implement learning experiences focused on health equity, social drivers of health, and culturally responsive care.
•Partner with healthcare leaders, educators, and community stakeholders to integrate health equity principles into patient care, curricula, and organizational strategy.
•Lead professional development initiatives for faculty, educators, and staff to strengthen pedagogy, curriculum design, and teaching effectiveness in the current learning environment.
•Consult, coach and provide resources to academic and clinical leaders to embed inclusive excellence frameworks to optimize performance and increase accountability.
•Facilitate workshops, seminars, and communities of practice that enhance teaching excellence.
•Develop assessment tools, establish metrics and reporting systems to track progress and measure impact.
•Strengthen interprofessional collaboration and team performance through evidence-based inclusive communication and team optimization strategies.
•Partner with community organizations to extend the reach and impact of health equity education initiatives.
•Advocate for and integrate patient, family, learner, and community voices into curricula and program design.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.