STUDENT CIVIC ENGAGEMENT SPECIALIST (50% FTE)

University of Washington

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Posted:

November 18, 2020

Location:

Seattle, Washington

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Salary:

Open

Type:

Full Time

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. All of which has allowed the UW to be nationally recognized as a “Great College to Work For” for six consecutive years.

The University of Washington Tacoma is an anchor institution that is deeply invested in its local communities and in student success. As one of three campuses of a world-class university, UW Tacoma is dedicated to interdisciplinary and innovative teaching and scholarship and to engaging the community in mutually beneficial partnerships. UW Tacoma’s commitment to access and diversity is central to an environment where students, staff, faculty and South Sound residents find abundant opportunities for intellectual, personal and professional growth. More information about UW Tacoma and its strategic plan can be found here.

This position, through the work in developing service and leadership programs for the Center for Student Involvement (CSL), will provide students with avenues to pursue the mission of UW Tacoma as an urban serving institution in an extra-curricular fashion. The Husky Volunteer and Local Events programs connects students to opportunities on campus and in the community. Leading them through a process of reflection on service, these program meets the strategic goal of the university to document, recognize and support a greater number of students in reflective community service. Similarly, a focus on civic leadership events provides activities that spur our practical action as thoughtful members of society.

UW Tacoma is a member of the national BreakAway organization, and we currently host 2-3 BreakAway programs per year. These opportunities create a deeper connection to service through multi-day service programs which teach students how we can make local impacts through thoughtful community service trips.

This position requires expertise in student leadership development, reflective practices, student administration, volunteer management and administrative services. Specific duties include:

Oversee the coordination, assessment and supervision of Community Service and Leadership programs

Oversee and advise 5 student leaders in the following roles: Local Events Coordinator, Volunteer Coordinator, BreakAway Coordinator, Communications Coordinator, Program Assistant

Conduct weekly 1-on-1 meetings with student leaders for their development and to ensure programs are being coordinated to follow University policies and guidelines

Create and co-create program curriculum and procedures

Coordinate internal and external/nonprofit partnerships with students

Serve as volunteer engagement adviser at large for Husky Volunteer students looking to build their own partnerships

When possible be present at CSL events

Administrative support

Answer community inquires for partnerships

Maintain the learning management systems (LMS) for the Husky Volunteers program

Request specific website updates from the Office of Student Life

File purchasing receipts with the Office of Student Life

Other duties as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Social Work, Psychology, Sociology, or related field

Minimum of two years of experience advising student programs and/or organizations

Demonstrated leadership in initiating and implementing educational programming among student groups/organizations

Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work within a multi-cultural and diverse environment

Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks

Proven ability to work independently and in teams

Ability to use sound independent judgment in working with faculty, staff, students, employers, and represent the University appropriately

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Master's degree in education, counseling, social work, or related field

Demonstrated effectiveness in supervising employees, to include hiring and training

Knowledge and application of Student Development Theory

Experience building partnerships and collaborating with a variety of university constituents, including students, faculty, staff, administrators, parents/family members, alumni, community members and other external constituents

Membership in an appropriate professional organizations, which may include ACPA, NASPA, ACUI, NIRSA

Application Process:
The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.

Internal Number: 184648

About University of Washington

Founded in 1861, the University of Washington is one of the oldest public institutions in the west coast and one of the preeminent research universities in the world. The University of Washington is a multi-campus university comprised of three different campuses: Seattle, Tacoma, and Bothell. The Seattle campus is made up of sixteen schools and colleges that serve students ranging from an undergraduate level to a doctoral level. The university is home to world-class libraries, arts, music, drama, and sports, as well as the highest quality medical care in Washington State and a world-class academic medical center. The teaching and research of the University’s many professional schools provide undergraduate and graduate students the education necessary toward achieving an excellence that will serve the state, the region, and the nation. As part of a large and diverse community, the University of Washington serves more students than any other institution in the Northwest.