"Assistant Director, Civic and Community Engagement"

Assistant Director, Civic and Community Engagement

Company:
North Carolina State University

Job Location:

Category:
Volunteer Programs and Service Learning

Type:
Full-Time

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Location: Raleigh, NC

Essential Job Duties:
Reporting directly to the Associate Director for Student Leadership & Engagement, the Assistant Director for Civic and Community Engagement will be responsible for the following:

Managing People, Budgets, and Resources

• Supervise a 20-hour Graduate Assistant and student staff.
• Manage civic and community engagement budgets and financial planning, including Alternative Service Break (ASB) programs.
• Assist the Director and Associate Director with fundraising initiatives that align with divisional and institutional priorities.
• Develop sustainable mechanisms to steward funds and increase access for under-resourced students to civic and community engagement opportunities.
• Manage the online service portal to promote volunteerism and connect students with service opportunities.

Leading Service Trips and Building Community Partnerships

• Coordinate the ASB program, which includes up to 22 programs annually across Fall, Winter, Spring, and May breaks, both domestically and internationally.
• Serve as instructor for the ASB team leader course and develop a new ASB participant curriculum, integrating research on global service, cultural competence, leadership theory, and community engagement.
• Recruit, train, and support student ASB team leaders and staff/faculty advisors.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and educational institutions that host ASB and volunteer experiences.
• Assist the Associate Director in recruiting and developing faculty for Community-Engaged Learning to strengthen service-learning across campus.

Supporting Student Growth Through Programs and Events

• Advise and supervise student staff engaged in civic and community engagement initiatives.
• Plan, implement, and assess signature service programs and civic and community engagement events.
• Develop and apply student learning outcomes to foster a culture of evidence and promote student development.
• Lead and contribute to campus-wide conversations and collaborations related to service, social responsibility, and civic and community engagement.
• Expand opportunities for student leadership development through meaningful civic and community engagement experiences.
• Design and deliver workshops, trainings, and presentations related to civic and community engagement and socially responsible leadership.

Contributing to Team and Representing Our Work

• Contribute to the development and execution of departmental strategic goals and initiatives.
• Develop and utilize tools to assess the effectiveness of campus-community partnerships and measure community impact.
• Represent Student Leadership and Engagement on university and community committees; lead committees as appropriate.
• Promote practices that ensure all students have meaningful access to civic and community engagement opportunities, with attention to removing barriers to participation.

Other Work/Responsibilities:

• Other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned based on the needs of the organization and evolving priorities.

Minimum Experience/Education:

• Master's degree in Student Affairs, Education, Leadership, Organizational Development, Higher Education, Social Work, Business Administration, or a related field, or completion of the degree by time of hire.

Required Qualifications:

• At least two years of professional experience in higher education or a related field, with preference given to candidates with direct experience coordinating Alternative Service Break (ASB), Service Learning, or Study Abroad programs.
• Demonstrated experience with civic and community engagement.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading Alternative Service Break programs
• Strong understanding of world issues
• Strong understanding of student development and leadership theories
• Ability to foster and grow internal and external partnerships
• Excellent risk management and safety planning experience and decision-making
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience supervising staff, student employees, or graduate assistants

Required License or Certification:

• Valid Driver's License required.

AA/EEO Statement:
NC State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal opportunities for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, and veteran status. The University encourages all qualified applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities, to apply. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodations in the application and interview process are welcome to contact 919-513-0574 to speak with a representative of the Office of Equal Opportunity.