Iowa State University is a global and culturally diverse community committed to providing an inclusive, equitable, and diverse environment for both learning and employment. We know that diversity in experience and perspective is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and building an inclusive academic community. At Iowa State, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience working with a variety of students, colleagues, and constituents. The university has an expectation that all employees will demonstrate a contribution to diversity and inclusion as embodied in Iowa State University’s Principles of Community Ames, Iowa is a progressive community of 66,000, located approximately 30 minutes north of Des Moines, and recently voted number one Best College Town in America (24/7 Wall St., 2018). The City of Ames has also been recognized as number one Best U.S. Job Market (CNBC, 2018), and top 5 Metro Areas for Retirees to Age Successfully (Investopedia, 2018). Ames also provides a vast array of recreational activities through more than 36 parks, 55 miles of bike trails, golf courses, and more.