The Assistant Director will support the evaluation and development of strategic community partnerships for Drake University. Individual must be a self-starter, strategic-minded, detailed-oriented, creative and able to work in a collaborative team. Some evening and weekend commitments will be required. Position will begin August 1,2013.
- Assist Drake University and the Director, Community Engagement and Service-Learning with developing strategic community partnership programs and initiatives to support faculty, staff, student in their engagement with the community.
- Serve and speak as a Drake University representative on community neighborhood boards, committees and programs
- Assess, evaluate, and report on community partnership and engagement
- Respond and disseminate community requests to appropriate campus constituents.
- Create and supervise student positions to meet community needs
- Develop appropriate informational and financial resources to advance community partnerships and community engagement
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required with a minimum of 3 years experience in community relations or Master’s degree with 1-2 years experience.
- Experience with community engagement mapping and impact reporting
- Service on community board and committee experience
- Program planning and resource development expertise
- Strong understanding of higher education and community partnership development
- Evidence of public relations work, writing, and public speaking abilities