Civic Engagement Jobs

The Director of Leadership & Civic Engagement will lead and coordinate campus-wide initiatives, programs, and activities related to leadership, civic engagement, and community development. This position has been classified as  Sustainable Operations.

Responsibilities: Provide leadership and enhance the vision for campus-wide initiatives which include participatory citizenship, service learning, volunteerism, and university–community partnerships; build upon current activities to create a blueprint for success; promote a culture of leadership and articulate a clear vision for student leadership programs on campus; serve as a source of information about student leadership programs; serve as
a resource for faculty and staff as they incorporate civic engagement concepts into their curricular, co-curricular, and scholarship activities; create and expand strategic partnerships with non-university organizations to further the university’s civic engagement mission; supervise departmental staff; and manage the department’s budget.  This position may require work during evening and weekend hours as needed, for programs and special events.

Qualifications: Candidates must have a Master’s degree in a related field and five years of progressively responsible experience. Must have a passion for students, leadership, civic engagement, and community involvement; demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to manage within a diverse cultural organization; excellent written and oral communication skills and experience writing and receiving grants for student programs; knowledge of
PeopleSoft Financials a plus.

Salary: $50,000-$60,000, with full University benefits to include 22 days of annual leave, 14 holidays, personal and sick days; tuition remission; and excellent health, life, and retirement plans. This position is contingent on funds being available at time of hire.

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The Assistant Director collaborates with the Feinstein Institute Director on all operations, including budgeting and funding; facilities; programming; and strategic planning and implementation within the Institute. This position also directs community outreach and partnerships, particularly those connected to service-learning courses and internships, and conducts trainings for, and maintains regular communication with, community partners as part of the process of working with students and faculty through service-learning courses and curricula.

The person in this position leads service-learning initiatives with faculty, students, academic departments, and other constituents on campus, as well as manages curriculum-based service-learning processes and procedures. S/he will work with the Director and others to provide workshops for faculty interested in incorporating community-based service or research into their courses. The Assistant Director develops student leadership in service learning, by co-teaching the Public and Community Service Practicum course and by identifying, training, and supervising Community Liaisons.

The position requires a Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in a related field, as well as a minimum of three years’ experience in service learning or experiential education (or an equivalent combination of education and experience). We expect candidates to be able to build relationships in the campus community as well as in the local community, and to manage and inspire staff and student leaders & workers. The position will remain open until filled, but we will begin reviewing applications June 3.

For more information on the position, and to find out how to apply, please use the following link:

https://careers.providence.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/search/SearchResults_css.jsp

Any questions, please contact Rick Battistoni, Feinstein Institute Director, at rickbatt@providence.edu.

Responsibilities involve working with the programmatic areas to ensure each area’s operational and strategic alignment with PSC’s mission; working with strategic areas and constituents; overseeing communication strategies–in conjunction with the assistant dean/director–to ensure that the PSC’s mission is achieved through sustainable funding and support; and supervising the communications administrator/coordinator and IDEAS Global Challenge administrator. Will report to the director, who may assign additional duties.

The PSC exists to motivate, facilitate, and celebrate the ethic and activities of public service at MIT. The PSC strives to enrich the education and life experiences of students and other MIT community members through leadership and service opportunities that match the innovative culture of MIT. Additional information about the PSC is available at http://web.mit.edu/mitpsc/.

REQUIREMENTS: a bachelor’s degree (master’s preferred) in communications, marketing, business, management, or related field; seven years of experience that includes some evidence of success with more than one of the following–strategic planning, organizational management, corporate relationships, proposal writing, donor stewardship, alumni relations, and special event planning; demonstrated ability to engage and motivate others and to work independently and collaboratively; strong problem solving skills; effective organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously; outstanding written communication and presentation skills; effective interpersonal and negotiation skills; a systematic and organized approach to work; and strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database and development software. MIT-00009606-P

This is a two-year position with the potential for renewal.

Occasional evening work and travel can be expected.

This position acts as a liaison between IDAAS and   community partner sites and assists IDAAS with community-based internships,   research, and partner development. This position solicits prospective   community partners, maintains relationships with existing community partners,   coordinates an effective program for recognition, involvement, and   stewardship of community partners and student internships; creates and   maintains a web-data base regarding Asian American community organizations   near the colleges and provide resources for jobs, fellowships, internships in   Asian -American communities, public services, and social justice organizing. This   position will also locate and write small grants to support community-based   learning initiatives by coordinating programming on campus with   community-based partners while managing student interns and distributing an   e-newsletter that includes compiling and updating the email list of   interested students, faculty, and staff.

Requirements: Bachelor’s   Degree from an accredited university and one or more years of   experience working with community organizations; or any combination of   education and   experience.

Please submit a Pomona   College application with a resume, letter of interest, and a list of three   references to: Pomona College, Attn: Human Resources, 150 E. Eighth St.,   Claremont, CA 91711. Documents may also be submitted via email at staffjobs {at} pomona(.)edu or by   fax (909) 607-1726. Optional Application Materials: Supplemental materials   which demonstrate qualifications for position (e.g. assessments, workshop   materials, program flyers, grant applications, databases).

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Take leadership in coordinating cultural heritage month planning for the following celebrations, including but not necessarily limited to: Latino Heritage Month, LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Native American Heritage Month, Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and Asian American Heritage Month. This position collaborates extensively with the Associate Director of the Multicultural Success Center to fulfill this duty. Though these programming series require some direct committee-led programming, their success is highly dependent on inclusion of appropriate initiatives and constituencies from across the institution and Indianapolis community. The Assistant Director is expected to support and cultivate appropriate partnerships in order to enhance the value of these educational opportunities.

Plan and execute all Cultural Leadership Luncheons within each Cultural Heritage month in conjunction with Lead IUPUI.Partner with staff in OSI and across the division to incorporate central themes into social justice programming: In addition to social justice, civic engagement and leadership development are of key importance.

Assist with the development, coordination, and execution of ongoing co-curricular opportunities (such as the SoJoEdu Workshop Series) for students and members of the IUPUI community to engage in meaningful discourse about topics related to diversity, social justice, multiculturalism, and marginalized populations.  These programs are executed in conjunction with students, faculty, staff, and community members to support an open and inclusive environment at IUPUI.

Assist with the creation of a Peer Education Program in order to foster diversity, inclusion, and social justice by promoting and advising programs generated by Peer Educators (undergraduate and graduate students).

Assist with institutional/divisional efforts to determine whether campus community is sufficiently inclusive, welcoming, supportive, and affirming to all members by helping conduct focus groups and other research related to social identities to attain data.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:  Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel Administration or related field required.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in program development and engaging with populations and individuals of diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of scholarship on race, diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice.

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Develop, plan, execute, and coordinate ongoing co-curricular opportunities for students and members of the IUPUI community to engage in meaningful discourse about topics related to diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice.  In particular, address issues of power, privilege, and oppression regarding all social identities, including but not limited to: race, gender, sexual orientation, ability, socio-economic status, citizenship/nationality, veteran status, and others. Pilot and grow an inclusive language campaign. These programs can and should be executed in partnership with students, faculty, staff, and community members to support an open and inclusive environment at IUPUI.

As appropriate and required, collaborate with and support student organizations, academic units, and campus and community partners in their social justice-related programming efforts. Develop partnerships with diverse groups, including multicultural student organizations (e.g., Asian Students United, Black Student Union, LGBTQ student organizations, Latino Student Association, Native American Student Association).

Partner with staff in OSI and across the division to incorporate central themes into social justice programming: In addition to social justice, civic engagement and leadership development are of key importance.

Establish learning outcomes for the social justice program that are consistent with goals of the Office of Student Involvement and the Division of Student Life. Coordinate assessment of programs based on these learning outcomes and improve programs making intentional use of the resulting data.

Advise Democracy Plaza, a group of undergraduate scholars, in constructing programming centered on deliberative dialogue. Partner with the Office of Intergroup Dialogue and Civil Community in supporting and training Democracy Plaza.

Assist in coordination of Safe Space training by assessing community needs and recruiting and equipping staff and faculty to facilitate workshops as necessary. Develop and deploy other trainings, workshops, and educational series as standalone developmental experiences or components of larger initiatives (e.g., orientation, Divisional social justice training, etc.)

Plan and execute Social Justice Fair during Weeks of Welcome.

Support and co-advise Freedom Rides, an alternative spring break program designed to provide students with intensive social justice and leadership experiences.

Create and support peer educator program to facilitate social justice programs and consultation.

Select and supervise a Coordinator for Social Justice Education and graduate assistant. Provide appropriate support in her or his efforts, paying particular attention to cultural heritage month and King, Chávez and Asian Heritage dinner planning. Ensure inclusion of critical race dialogues as part of each of these monthly program series.

Perform other related duties that assist in advancing the mission, vision, values, and goals of the Office of Student Involvement and the Division of Student Life.

Required Qualifications:  Master’s degree in Higher Education, College Student Personnel Administration or related field plus three to five years of relevant experience in higher education required.

Desired Qualifications: Experience in program development and engaging with populations and individuals of diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of scholarship on race, diversity, multiculturalism, and social justice.

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Support department objectives by coordinating community engagement events and programs; acting as a liaison between department, staff, students and the larger community

Education Required

• Master’s degree in student personnel or related fields
• Experience Required
• 1 year of professional experience in community engagement programming, including facilitation and training

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Required
Skilled in some or all components of Microsoft Office; Microsoft Windows navigation skills; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; commitment to diversity and understanding of and appreciation for cultural, ethnic, and individual differences; ability to develop and sustain collaborative relationships with campus and community partners; knowledge of assessment and evaluation techniques; knowledge of communications, presentations and interpersonal relationship techniques; ability to design and facilitate student training; ability to plan and implement meaningful short and long-term service experiences; knowledge of customer service techniques

To learn more about our work visit www.involved.tcu.edu. Applications are being accepted via the HR website at www.hr.tcu.edu.