Associate Director - Relationship Violence, Outreach, Intervention, and Community Education Center (R/VOICE)
Associate Director - Relationship Violence, Outreach, Intervention, and Community Education Center (R/VOICE)
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$ 51000 - 74000
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POSITION SPECIFICS
The Pennsylvania State University Relationship Violence Outreach Intervention and Community Education Center (R/VOICE) invites applications for the Associate Director position.
With a history and presence on campus for 40 years Penn States Relationship Violence Outreach Intervention and Community Education Center (R/VOICE) supports students who have been impacted by sexual violence relationship violence stalking harassment and other campus climate issues. R/VOICE staff provide education advocacy referrals and crisis intervention/support. All services provided to our student communities are free and confidential. The Center also leads prevention education efforts across the University community offering education on gender-based issues bystander intervention and trauma-informed care.
The Associate Director position oversees and manages all power-based personal violence prevention programming and related educational efforts. Serving as a subject matter expert on power-based personal violence the Associate Director leads the development implementation and evaluation of innovative educational programs and workshops by applying expertise in instructional design curriculum development and leadership strategies that enhance prescribed learning outcomes and foster an inclusive educational environment. The Associate Director position reports to the Director of the Center.
Job Responsibilities:
Planning Organizing and Implementing:
Research develop implement and facilitate innovative student-centered programming outreach and education on power-based personal violence including sexual violence relationship violence stalking sexual and gender-based harassment the support of survivors through trauma-informed practices bystander intervention and other campus climate concerns that are theory-driven and evidence-based
Identify and introduce evidence-based programs from outside organizations and leaders in the field of sexual violence and relationship violence prevention bystander intervention and related topics
As a subject matter expert on power-based personal violence and concerns of prevention education and survivor advocacy serve as a resource to other units and offices throughout the University
Conduct capacity-building for colleagues in other student-centric functional areas across Penn State campuses to ensure that deeper awareness of and greater sensitivity to power-based personal violence and prevention strategies are continually reflected through their work
Develop coordinate and implement large-scale social norm campaigns events and unit or university-wide programming as needed
Supervising Supporting Educating and Facilitating:
Supervise the Program Coordinator for Outreach and Prevention and the Program Coordinator for Peer Education and Mens Engagement providing support and guidance on programming outreach peer education and broader education efforts
Provide support to Program Coordinators on planning marketing and hosting awareness events social programs and guest speaker engagements
Provide guidance support and training opportunities to Program Coordinators and student staff who provide educational outreach and oversight of peer education
Facilitate programs educational offerings events and outreach in conjunction with the Program Coordinators to the University community and beyond as appropriate
Maintain current knowledge of best practices for peer-to-peer-based education regarding issues in college-specific populations and serve as a direct resource on these practices
Create PowerPoint presentations facilitation manuals and other resources necessary for effective program and workshop facilitation
Serve as liaison to faculty and staff providing appropriate professional development and training to enhance their responses and support of victim-survivors and other marginalized students within their programs and offices
Serve as liaison to Commonwealth campus faculty and staff to provide support and guidance on their campus outreach programming and events while striving to provide a unifying message regarding prevention efforts across the Commonwealth
Partner with staff and units across the University community to develop innovative strategies that address systematic forms of exclusion and marginalization in higher education which impede access or deny success and are interconnected with power-based personal violence
Assessment:
Conduct research and benchmarking activities to identify emerging trends and best practices in the field of prevention education and advocacy
Oversee program assessment and evaluation for R/Voice programs and initiatives including the development of assessment tools and analyzing and interpreting data to inform future services and programs
Conduct needs-based evaluations for victim-survivors and their barriers to success providing recommendations for new programs and policy changes to ensure retention and success
Continuously assess the needs of Penn State students and marginalized and specialized populations to assist in the creation of evidence-based support and education programs
Administration and Additional Oversight:
Provide budgetary support including overseeing planning tracking and reporting for student fee expenditures for R/VOICE
Identify current and potential funding sources as well as prepare grant proposals to enhance the capacity of center programming
Assist the Director in the development of new policies and procedures to enhance the Universitys response to victim-survivors while adhering to external regulations and other guidelines
Assist the Director and Survivor Advocate in responding to urgent requests from those visiting the Center as needed providing emotional support advocacy and resource referrals for students
Serves on various committees coalitions and entities as appropriate
Maintain confidentiality and compliance requirements under the Clery Act Title IX and child abuse and assist staff and student educators in responding to student disclosures and supporting their compliance requirements
Necessary Skills and Knowledge:
Demonstrated ability to develop evidence-based theory-informed workshop/training curricula on sexual violence relationship violence stalking harassment and other campus climate issues
Experience in program development assessment and evaluation for power-based personal violence prevention and other interrelated climate issues
Demonstrated knowledge of the challenges facing students staff and faculty from historically underrepresented communities including people with disabilities people of color queer transgender gender non-conforming first-generation low-income international immigrant undocumented tribal and Indigenous communities
Demonstrated knowledge and application of equity-informed principles and practices working with students and colleagues
Understanding and application of bystander intervention approaches and rationale
Proven results in collaboration and community building with campus and community partners growing partnerships and capacity
Ability to foster collegiality develop relationships and build capacity for equity and inclusion work across constituent groups on campus
Excellent interpersonal communication writing and organizational skills; Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Must be reliable and able to work evenings and weekends as needed to fulfill the mission of the position
Able to meet multiple deadlines and demonstrate job responsibilities
MINIMUM EDUCATION WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS
Masters Degree 6 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: NoneInterested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume for full consideration.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
This position requires the following clearances in addition to applicable background checks: PA State Police Criminal Background Check PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check.Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.
SALARY & BENEFITS
The salary range for this position including all possible grades is $51000.00 - $74000.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn States salary structure
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988 Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security such as those concerning alcohol and drug use crime prevention the reporting of crimes sexual assault and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race color religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability please contact .
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity respect and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the universitys teaching research and service mission.Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
