Community-Based Learning Coordinator at American University

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Please apply through the American University Human Resources site: http://www.american.edu/hr/

 

Position Title: Program Coordinator, Community-Based Learning (8051)
Position Number:	8051	Open Date:	10/1/2015
Department:	Center for Community Engagement and Service	Close Date:
Salary Range:	Mid to upper 40's based on experience	Band:	Coordinator/Analyst B
Work Hours per Week:	35	Position Type:	Full-time Staff
Description:
The Center for Community Engagement and Service (CCES) is recruiting for a Program Coordinator of Community-Based Learning to join their team and their mission to create opportunities for American University students, staff, and faculty to engage responsibly with communities by cultivating mutually beneficial community partnerships to promote learning, leadership, and social change. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a passion for social justice.     The Program Coordinator for Community-Based Learning and Research (CBLR) is responsible for management of community-based learning initiatives across campus and the Freshman Service Experience, a DC community service program for incoming students. Responsibilities include overseeing the Community Service-Learning Program (CSLP), tracking and assisting evaluation of CBLR courses, cultivating relationships with local community partners, overseeing the continued development of EngageNet (an electronic student database and application and community partner database), supporting and training faculty, students, and community partners in CBL pedagogy, recruiting and training student leaders, coordinating large-scale events (including the three-day FSE program for 600 incoming students and two community partner fairs), and playing a leadership role in regional CBL networks.
Educational Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree required. Master's degree preferred.
Minimum Requirements:
·  Three (3) years' experience in higher education or other forms of working with students in academic institutions to include experience in community service, service-learning, and issues of social justice ·  Demonstrated effectiveness cultivating and sustaining community partnerships and knowledge of the nonprofit sector in the DC area or another urban setting ·  Strong oral and written communication skills, demonstrated ability to engage in  public speaking with a range of constituencies including students, faculty, staff, and community partners ·  Strong organizational skills with experience developing, implementing, and evaluating programs ·  Group facilitation and training experience ·  Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented collaborative environment ·  Demonstrated experience in addressing issues of diversity and multiculturalism ·  Strong computer skills and experience with database management software ·  Meeting, event planning, and logistical skills
Preferred Requirements:
·  Website maintenance experience ·  Grant writing experience     ·  Financial management skills
Additional Information:
Applicants are strongly encouraged to attach a resume and cover letter to the online application. We offer a competitive benefits package including a 2:1 matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, 5 leadership development certificates, and have been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. For more information regarding our benefits and life at AU please visit http://www.american.edu/hr/Benefits.cfm. American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution that operates in compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, personal appearance, gender identity and expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, veteran status, an individual’s genetic information or any other bases under federal or local laws (collectively "Protected Bases") in its programs and activities.