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Service Learning Director, CCSRE
FTE 100%, (3P2)
The Center for Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity (CCSRE) is
seeking to hire a Director of Service Learning to provide leadership,
direction and strategy for initiatives and experiences related to public
service, service learning and community engaged scholarship.
The CCSRE service learning initiative supports a dynamic community
engaged academic program supporting students who are interested in
connecting their academic interests with community concerns, and
supporting faculty who are looking to integrate community service
experiences in their courses. The primary purpose of the Director of
Service Learning is to be the permanent resource to enable academic
ideas to be translated into direct community benefit.
The Director of Service Learning will interact with students, faculty
members, community partners in local and international non-profit
organizations, and associated campus staff to implement, coordinate and
facilitate community engagement opportunities and service learning
courses.
CCSRE’s unique program-based model of community engagement is a model
for the Stanford University campus and other institutions across the
country. As a leader and staff member of a nationally recognized
program in service learning, s/he is expected to participate in a
variety of outreach efforts, including teaching, lecturing, and
writing, to contribute to the theory and practice of service-learning
and community engagement at Stanford University in particular and in
higher education in general.
Job Responsibilities:
Management and Program Leadership (35%)
Design and direct planning, implementation and evaluation of the
Center’s service-learning, public service, and faculty
outreach/development activities. In collaboration with Faculty
Director, develop long-term strategy for engagement of faculty members
affiliated with CCSRE in providing community-based learning
opportunities for students. Responsibilities include (1) providing a
cohesive vision and direction for community engagement in CCSRE, (2)
ensuring that programs welcome and serve all students and faculty, (3)
advising students in the CSRE major to develop a coherent thematic
focus in the public service concentration by ensuring there are
adequate course and internship opportunities to meet student needs, (4)
publicizing opportunities related to the service learning initiative
with affiliated faculty, students, alumni, and community partner
organizations, (5) administering the CCSRE Award for Community Outreach
and Engagement which is presented to a graduating senior who has
effectively and impressively integrated community issues and public
service into their academic work, (6) maintaining effective stewardship
with donors and supporters through delivery of annual reports and
ongoing program assessment and evaluation demonstrating the
initiative’s impact.
As needed and upon request of the Faculty Director, represent the
Center at meetings, committees and conferences on and off campus. Serve
as a liaison between the CCSRE and the Haas Center and the staff of the
Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education and units of the Vice Provost
for Student Affairs for effective collaborations in engaged
scholarship.
Faculty Outreach and Development (30%)
Conduct outreach to faculty and consult individually with faculty
to develop and support service-learning experiences. Develop materials,
both print and on the website for outreach and faculty development in
the area of service-learning and connect faculty to professional
development opportunities related to community engagement and
service-learning as organized by the Haas Center or (inter)national
associations. Work with faculty to identify and develop appropriate
community sites for teaching or research and work collaborative with
partners to maintain effective and reciprocal relationships between
community organizations and CCSRE (this includes contributions to the
Haas Center’s community partner database). Support faculty with
developing grant applications and reports to support professional
development and implementation of service learning courses. Oversee
logistical needs regarding implementation of service learning courses
and experiences for faculty.
Teaching and Student Advising (25%)
The Director of Service Learning is the primary advisor for
students who declare as students in the Public Service Concentration of
the major in Comparative Studies in Race and Ethnicity. As such, the
Director is available to students to provide advice and mentorship in
course and experience identification as students work to build a
coherent and cohesive program of study. Each quarter, the Director
serves as an instructor for Directed Reading, Directed Research, and
Public Service Internships—individually designed academic experiences
for which students can enroll for credit under the mentorship and
teaching of the Director of Service Learning. Directs the Community
Research Summer Internship Program—a community engaged research program
that financially supports students in developing collaborative and
rigorous research experiences with community agencies. The Director is
responsible for securing funding, recruitment and selection,
preparation (through teaching CSRE 146: Community Matters: Research and
Service with Community Organizations each spring), supporting students
in designing research experiences (and navigating IRB), supervising a
graduate program assistant, evaluation and assessment (including
planning an annual internship forum where students present their
research projects).
Leadership in the theory and practice of Service Learning (10%)
Provide leadership in the theory and practice of service learning,
showcasing CCSRE as a model for other departments, programs, and
centers across campus and higher education. Develop trainings and
materials to highlight the innovative programs developed via the
service learning initiative and work closely with CCSRE staff to ensure
those stories are highlighted via the website, newsletter, and other
communication outlets. Write materials, reports, articles, and
presentations to communicate CCSRE’s theory and practice of
service-learning at professional meetings, and to colleagues at
Stanford and in other institutions.
Qualifications:
• Advanced Degree and/or scholarly and professional accomplishments
in a relevant field, indicating an ability to work as a peer with
university faculty. Doctorate preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to interact effectively and exert leadership in
programs and activities involving faculty, staff, students and community
organizations, and to consult with faculty on matters of
service-learning pedagogy and curriculum development.
• Possess deep understanding of theory and practice of service-learning
pedagogy; theory and practice of student development in higher education;
theory and practice of public service research; program development and
implementation experience; curriculum development and teaching
experience at the higher education level.
• Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience in nonprofits,
government, social/public/community service, or higher education
• Familiarity with theories, literature, and concepts important to the
study of race and ethnicity.
• Professional or volunteer experience in the community and
demonstrated use of innovative approaches and sensitivity to community
needs.
• Ability to articulate the complexities surrounding the intersections
of service and privilege and demonstrated experience working with
diverse populations.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and with multiple
interruptions while maintaining flexibility and a good sense of humor.
• Must be accurate and attentive to detail and follow through as well
as have the ability to view problems from a "big picture" or
third person point of view; demonstrated analytical ability.
• Knowledge of Stanford’s institutional structure and administrative
systems desired.
• Knowledge of computers and computer applications required; knowledge
of Macintosh computers and applications highly desirable. Microsoft
Office experience preferred.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work sensitively and ethically with confidential
information, work independently, and demonstrate good judgment and tact
when handling difficult or sensitive situations.
• Demonstrated creative initiative and excellent problem solving
skills.
• Organized approach to work with ability to delegate effectively.
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