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Job Opportunities Current Issue - February 2008 Below you will find a listing of employment opportunities related to civic engagement.
Assistant/Associate Director for Service-Learning The Assistant/Associate Director for Service-Learning provides leadership in the development and implementation of service-learning/community-based opportunities, services, advocacy, and research. Responsibilities include providing overall administrative support for service-learning and integrating community service opportunities with the academic mission of UNCG; facilitating faculty development workshops; seeking external funding to support creative endeavors; developing student leadership in service-learning initiatives; coordinating risk management and evaluation activities related to service-learning; furthering institutionalization of processes and infrastructure for civic engagement and community-based learning at UNCG and the Piedmont Triad. Masters required, Ph.D. preferred. Three years of experience required in higher education, higher education administration, community-based learning, community agency administration, student leadership development, or related field. Knowledge and experience required of service-learning in higher education. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with community agencies, students, and faculty. Respect for and ability to work with diverse populations. Proven oral, written, and project management skills. Ability to choose priorities among competing demands. Basic proficiency with desktop computing and use of the Web for information gathering and program administration are essential. Availability to work some evening and weekend hours.
Salary mid-$40,000s. Expected start on or before July 1, 2008. Nominations are encouraged. Confidential review of applications will begin immediately with preference given to applications received by March 7, 2008, and continue until an appointment is made. Campus interviews for top candidates are anticipated late March, 2008. Click here for the complete description Send letter of interest, resume, and name, address, and contact information for three references electronically in MSWord format to Martha Wagner at mmwagner@uncg.edu. Hard copies may be sent to Ms. Martha Wagner, Office of Student Affairs, P. O. Box 26170, Greensboro, NC 27402-6170. Field Coordinator Mars Hill College is searching for a qualified person to fill the opening for a Field Coordinator in LifeWorks. The Field Coordinator would be a member of a five person staff that promotes service-learning, internships, career development, and civic engagement across the disciplines. For more information on the position and the application process, go to http://www.mhc.edu/administration/hr/read.asp?newsID=166 on the college’s web site. Partnerships: A Journal of Service Learning and Civic Engagement, a new, peer-reviewed on-line journal published by the North Carolina Campus Compact, seeks an editor beginning April 1, 2008. Partnerships: A Journal of Service Learning and Civic Engagement will publish a dynamic collection of research, pragmatic studies, interviews and reviews in an on-line forum that brings together scholars, students and community leaders in the fields of service-learning and civic engagement. Please click here for the complete description. Indiana Campus Compact
Indiana Campus Compact (ICC) seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Executive Director of this statewide consortium of public and private colleges and universities. The Executive Director is responsible for:
ICC seeks a visionary leader with strong public relations skills who can work collaboratively with collegepresidents and chancellors, with major membership constituents, and with community, education, and corporate leaders. Review of applications will begin on March 7, 2008. Qualified candidates should send a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for three professional references to: IUPUI Human Resources Department Please reference position #00008615 Executive Director Campus Compact Executive Director This is a senior leadership position within the Office of the Vice Provost for Student Affairs. It reports directly to, and collaborates proactively with the Faculty Director for the Center, with responsibility for extending the institutional reach and effectiveness of the Haas Center. (It also has an informal reporting relationship to the Associate Vice Provost for Student Affairs). Gabriel Garcia, MD Director of Service Learning The Director of The Office of Service Learning will be responsible for the development and institutionalization of an academically-based service learning and research program at Loyola University New Orleans that is designed to enhance student learning while meeting the needs of the community. This includes overall operation of the Office of Service Learning, including all elements of program planning, implementation, and evaluation as well as the supervision and training of all Office staff and volunteers. The Director will also assume budgetary responsibility and be charged with developing and implementing short- and long-range public relations and resource development plans (including grant writing and other funding strategies) for the Office. The Director will interact on behalf of the Office with all appropriate university and community personnel, committees, and organizations. Qualifications: Masters Degree required, Ph.D. preferred, in Sociology, Education, Psychology or related field. Some directly related experience may be substituted for educational requirement; Evidence of strong resource development skills (including grant writing), rich community-based experience, and active involvement in public service (e.g., collaborative planning, volunteer training, personnel management). Experience working in a university setting preferred; Experience in data collection, data analysis, and evaluation; Proficiency in Microsoft Word and various data management programs such as Excel, SPSS, and Access; Ability to work flexible schedule which may include evening and weekend work. Candidates for the Director of Service Learning position will be reviewed and selected by a search committee. Loyola University New Orleans is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Applicants are encouraged to apply before March 31, 2008.
Community Service Coordinator The position description and application procedures are available here: http://www.sonoma.edu/hs/jobs/as006.html. Staff, Civic Education Project The Civic Education Project (CEP), a leadership and citizenship program at Northwestern University, is now hiring exceptional staff for our Spring & Summer 2008 service-learning programs. CEP offers weeklong field study programs for 9th-12th graders during the academic year, and intensive, three-week service-learning courses for 7th-12th graders during the summer. CEP programs explore complex social issues through academic study, meaningful service work, and meetings with community leaders, and help teach young people how to apply their skills and abilities to pressing social issues in their own communities. This year, CEP will offer programs in Chicago, Baltimore, Washington DC, New Orleans, New York, and San Francisco, covering a wide variety of topics, including poverty, homelessness, education, public health, law, politics, leadership, and social change. We are looking for outstanding teachers from public and private schools and universities, service-learning practitioners, other education, youth development and nonprofit professionals, and graduate and undergraduate students. Instructional, residential, and administrative positions are available, ranging from one-week to eight-week sessions in the spring or summer. Staff generally receive a cash stipend, room and board, and training in service-learning and experiential education. However, the biggest payoff comes from the opportunity to work with bright, motivated students, build community with passionate, dynamic colleagues, and gain valuable experience educating young people about civic engagement and social responsibility. Learn more. To learn more about CEP programs and staff positions or to apply online, visit our website at: http://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/cep/jobs Summer staff consideration begins February 15, 2008. Applications are accepted at any time, but are reviewed on a rolling basis as they are received, so candidates are encouraged to apply early to ensure full consideration.
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The Hilda & Wilbur Glenn Institute for Philanthropy and
Service Learning The Glenn Institute seeks to enable and inspire students, parents, faculty, alumni, and other members of the Westminster Schools community to develop a sense of reciprocity and make genuinely meaningful contributions to society through gifts, service, and citizenship.
The Glenn Institute initiative is meant to elevate service learning and the duty of citizenship to the level of visibility enjoyed on Westminster’s campus by academics, athletics, the fine arts, and the performing arts. It also seeks to have a broader impact by sharing its programs and experiences with leaders in K-12 education across the country.
AmeriCorps*VISTA Members The College for All Texans Foundation provides opportunities for AmeriCorps*VISTA members to inform and advise students and their families about the benefits of higher education. As an AmeriCorps*VISTA for the College for All Texans Foundation, you would be placed in an elementary, middle or high school in San Antonio or Houston and operate a college resource center called a GO Center. College for All Texans Foundation’s AmeriCorps*VISTA members are a vital asset to the creation of a college-going culture. AmeriCorps*VISTA members help students prepare for higher education by providing information and resources about the higher education admissions process and financial aid and by motivating students to pursue higher education opportunities. To Apply -Visit this the My AmeriCorps website here
Matt Lashlee AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader matt.lashlee@thecb.state.tx.us (512) 427-6538 AmeriCorps*VISTA Community Engagement & Partnership Coordinators Massachusetts Campus Compact Positions available across Massachusetts Term of Service: July 20, 2008 - July 2009 The MACC AmeriCorps*VISTA program was created to pursue the potential for institutions of higher education to more responsibly address the local needs of low-income communities and be responsible mechanisms for community change. MACC AmeriCorps*VISTA members are tools for this change. Through 33 unique campus-based placements, AmeriCorps*VISTA members will: • bridge the gap between campuses and communities • break down barriers to access and success in higher education • develop students as engaged citizens • build, support, and develop capacity for campus-community partnerships • connect community-based organizations with campus resources • remain connected to network of peers all year • participate in significant training and professional development opportunities To apply: Please send Cover Letter, Resume, and Names, Titles, Addresses, Emails, and Phone numbers of four (4) references to karen.chisholm@tufts.edu or: Karen Chisholm AmeriCorps*VISTA Director Massachusetts Campus Compact 196 Boston Ave, Suite 2400 Medford, MA 02155 Additionally, please submit the online AmeriCorps application, which can be found at www.americorps.org. Massachusetts Campus Compact Listing ID is MA450208-0 Questions should be directed to Carly Bruder, AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader, carly.bruder@tufts.edu Please visit the webpage at http://ase.tufts.edu/macc For more info on AmeriCorps*VISTA visit http://www.americorps.gov Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so apply early. Telephone interviews will begin in early March.
AmeriCorps*VISTA Members VISTA opportunities with Louisiana Campus Compact are available at the following instituions. The positions are part of the Louisiana Campus Compact VISTA project that is designed to service-learning and civic engagement activities. Centenary College of Louisiana Consortium for Education, Research and Technology of North Louisiana Louisiana State University at Alexandria River Parishes Community College Application deadline for all positions is February 28, 2008. Apply online: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do Following is the general description and qualifications for all positions.
AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader Louisiana Campus Compact seeks an AmeriCorp VISTA Leader who will support the day-to-day operation of the LaCC AmeriCorp VISTA program. He/she will report to the LaCC Program Director and will be housed at the Louisiana Campus Compact Office in Hammond, Louisiana. The Louisiana Campus Compact AmeriCorp VISTA program will include up to 19 VISTA sites statewide. Application deadline for this positions is February 28, 2008. Apply online: https://my.americorps.gov/mp/login.do The AmeriCorps*VISTA Leader will:
Coastal Carolina University Dates of VISTA Member term: May 12, 2008 until May 12, 2009 (including PSO) AmeriCorps*VISTA member will develop creative, high-energy service opportunities for college students at Coastal Carolina University located in Conway, SC. Coastal Carolina University is working to develop a comprehensive Volunteer Services Center which will provide service-learning, mentoring and community service opportunities. The position will also support the South Carolina Campus Compact. Member Duties:
Application Deadline: February 29, 2008
To apply online, please see our posting [Coastal Carolina University – (Listing ID: 07VSSSC003-5)] on americorps.gov. For more information, please contact the Coastal Carolina University’s AmeriCorps VISTA member Monea Besant at (843) 349-6503. AmeriCorps VISTA Leader/Program Coordinator The WACC VISTA Leader will hold two main roles: team coordinator for the state-wide VISTA project and contributor to special WACC office initiatives as assigned throughout their term of service. As the VISTA team coordinator, the VISTA Leader will provide training, technical assistance, resources and support to the WACC VISTA Project team across the state. The VISTA leader will maintain regular communication with all members of the team via phone, email, periodic in-person meetings and site visits. S/he will assist in organizing a minimum of 2 member training activities and will help to promote and facilitate those activities as needed. S/he will develop additional resource material as needed and keep VISTA members up to date on professional development opportunities. Regarding WACC office operations, the VISTA Leader will also provide support to other WACC initiatives and programs as decided by WACC office staff through the Leader’s term of service. Such projects may include coordinating assessment initiatives and contributing to WACC event planning and implementation, such as the yearly Continuums of Service conference. Currently recruiting for April 2008-April 2009 (start date is flexible).For more information please contact Tegan Callahan, WACC VISTA Leader, at 360-650-7554 or tegan.callahan@wwu.edu
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD The Office for Diversity Enhancement at South Dakota State University is recruiting a VISTA to build partnerships and mobilize resources that connect students and communities in service to the common good. Those interested in American Indian cultures will find this a particularly rewarding place to work and serve. Specific duties:
To Apply – send a letter of interest, resume, professional writing sample, and contact information for 3 references to dianne.nagy@sdstate.edu or Office for Diversity Enhancement, FND Box 550, Brookings, SD 57007 Deadlines - May 9, 2008 for June 23, 2008 start date and May 30, 2008 for a July 14 start date. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the due dates. Contact - Dianne Nagy, SDSU Service-Learning Coordinator, at 605-688-6004 or dianne.nagy@sdstate.edu for more information, or visit http://www3.sdstate.edu/Administration/OfficeforDiversityEnhancement/ and www.americorps.org. AmeriCorps*VISTA Member (two positions) University of South Dakota, Vermillion, SD Center for Academic Engagement The University of South Dakota Center for Academic Engagement seeks two Americorps VISTA members to help communities and students connect in the tri-state area. University students in the Interdisciplinary Education & Action, or "IdEA", Program and other university courses seek opportunities to address community needs through service-learning. The VISTA members will develop campus-community partnerships and service-learning initiatives with IdEA and other programs through the Center for Academic Engagement (www.usd.edu/engage). Responsibilities: Work with low-income and challenged communities to identify service needs that can be filled by University of South Dakota students through service-learning in the Interdisciplinary Education and Action (IdEA) Program and other venues. Assist in integrating community needs into portions of University curriculum so they may be addressed. Application Procedure: Please provide a resume, 3 references with contact information, professional writing sample, and letter of interest to the Center for Academic Engagement, 414 E. Clark St., Vermillion, SD, 57069. EEO/AA. Application Deadline: May 9, 2008 for June 23, 2008 start date and May 30, 2008 for a July 14 start date. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis until the due dates. Questions may be addressed to: (605) 677-3139 or engage@usd.edu.
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