By Judie Myers-Gell
Judie Myers-Gell, a multicultural recruitment specialist, talks about ongoing efforts at the University to make diversity an important component of the recruitment process. In her role as part of the Human Resources team, Myers-Gell has been working for the past six months to develop strong relationships in the employment community, both inside and outside the Rochester area.
A cornerstone for the University's diversity and inclusion efforts for staff is to focus on recruitment of Professional, Administrative and Supervisory (PAS) positions at pay grade 50 and above. It is important to recognize that progress toward the development of an inclusive workforce begins at the grassroots level. By assuring PAS candidate pools fully reflect the diversity of the broader community, we can be assured that the benefits of a diverse workforce will be realized by the University at every level.
I, along with Stan Byrd, manager of multicultural affairs and inclusion, are working with the administration to continue to embed issues of diversity and inclusion throughout the institution. Stan also works directly with units and departments to provide coaching and support to staff and managers on issues related to diversity and inclusiveness in addition to recruitment and retention efforts.
Development of candidate pools that include well-qualified diverse candidates is crucial to creating a welcoming environment. As you contemplate your department's next PAS Grade 50 and above vacancy, please contact me. I can provide you with expert assistance in developing your candidate pool. This is an exciting time for the University. The staff and resources of the Office of Human Resources stand ready to support each department's diversity and inclusion goals. For more information, visit www.rochester.edu/diversity.
The Task Force on Faculty Diversity and Inclusiveness began meeting on February 28 in an effort to form recommendations and outline a program to address faculty diversity and inclusiveness. Their conclusions will be presented in a report issued to the president on or before October 1.
To learn more about the task force and view a complete list of its members, visit www.rochester.edu/president/diversity_taskforce.html. The group welcomes suggestions on how to make Rochester a more inclusive and diverse place. Send them to diverse.faculty@ rochester.edu.
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Closer look: Recruiting a diverse staff
Myers-Gell
ver the past few years, the University has made strides to create a more inclusive workplace environment that welcomes, encourages, and supports all members of the community, especially those for whom greater inclusion remains an unrealized goal.
Task force: Faculty diversity
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