CSLP Student Worker - Community Engagement & Event Ministry Coordinator (FWS - CSLP)
CSLP Student Worker - Community Engagement & Event Ministry Coordinator (FWS - CSLP)
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Job Description
Please note: this student worker position falls within the Community Service Literacy Program (CSLP). Applicants may receive emails from the non-profit organization partnered with Grand Canyon University for this position to schedule interviews. Please check your inbox for all related emails and respond in a timely manner if you would like to be considered for this opportunity. Feel free to reach out to with any questions!
Position Summary/Purpose:
Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents needs.
GCU maintains a partnership with Iglesia Aliento/Breath Church located at 701 South 1st Street Phoenix AZ 85004. Hospitality is one of Iglesia Alientos core values demonstrated through their support of newly arrived immigrants in the Phoenix area. They connect individuals with essential community services such as healthcare food assistance legal aid housing resources and citizenship courses for permanent residents. The CSLP student workers work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Iglesia Aliento; however CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e. fall/spring). If eligible CSLP student workers can work during summer (i.e. May August).
CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b) community services are defined as Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents particularly low-income individuals or to solve particular problems related to their need. These services must be open and accessible to the community.
As an FWS-CSLP approved position its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e. local residents).
Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.
Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:
Bilingual preferred (English/Spanish)
Weekend availability for 1-2 events or services each month
Coordinate monthly community events such as: Hispanic Heritage Month (September) Church Anniversary (October) Fall Fiesta (November) Community Christmas Meal and Tamalada (December) and additional events from January to June.
Support the Stories of Hope program by helping organize meals hospitality and healing-centered environments for immigrant families.
Assist in the growth of outreach ministries (e.g. food and clothing distribution) including volunteer coordination setup and participant engagement.
Offer hospitality and welcome to guests and new families during worship and events helping them connect to church life.
Follow up with visitors through phone calls texts or welcome notes under pastoral supervision.
Ensure that Sunday programming for Spanish-speaking children and youth is prepared and supported (materials sign-ins transitions).
Prepare supply lists coordinate logistics and assist with documentation (photos reports feedback).
Other duties as assigned.
Equipment Used and Responsibility:
MS Office Suite
Qualifications:
Heart for service hospitality and social justice rooted in faith values.
Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
Willingness to serve in a multicultural dynamic setting.
Self-motivated and able to work independently or collaboratively.
Must have reliable transportation.
Experience/Education:
Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore all applicants must meet the following
eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:
Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelors program or Masters program.
Retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.
Pay Rate: Minimum Wage
Anticipated End Date: June 30 2026
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Part-Time
