Assistant Director for Service & Civic Engagement
Assistant Director for Service & Civic Engagement
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Job Description
Pittsburg State University is accepting applications for a Assistant Director for Service & Civic Engagement. The primary function of the Assistant Director for Service & Civic Engagement is to provide direction and oversight of student programming including but not limited to civic engagement programs various community service and volunteer initiatives and sustainability initiatives. With assistance from senior student affairs leadership the position is responsible for providing the vision direction and supervision to these areas ensuring alignment with the departmental divisional and university strategic plans.
Duties and Responsibilities
45% - Community Partner Program
- Assist with the creation of a community partner program (CPP)
- Provide strategic vision and oversight on development of program design and applicability
- Collaborate with campus and community partners to develop meaningful service and volunteer opportunities
- Measure assess and evaluate programs partnerships community impact and staffing
- Develop relationships with external organizations to support opportunities and success for the CPP
- Represent the CPP to Pitt State the local community and other relevant audiences
- Develop new services resources programs and initiatives
- Support students professional and personal development by partnering with various campus departments
- Assist with budget management
- Research current trends and best practices in service-learning and civic engagement to enhance program offerings
- Maintain active participation in applicable professional associations
20% - Supervision & Student Development
- Responsible for recruiting hiring training evaluating and supervising student staff interns and practicum students
- Ensure that all levels of student staff are appropriately prepared and supported to be successful in assigned roles including conducting student team meetings one-on-one meetings and ongoing training/retreats to maintain department communication and foster staff development and success
- Provide leadership training and resources to help student staff in developing skills in teamwork advocacy and community organizing
- Advise and mentor student organizations and leaders involved in service and civic engagement initiatives as necessary
20% - Sustainability
- Collaborate with Chair of University Sustainability Committee and assist with overseeing implementing and encouraging various sustainability efforts on campus to benefit energy economic environmental and social sustainability within the institution as well as refine track and implement goals and benchmarks
- Serve as liaison between various campus entities to facilitate communication and resource coordination for sustainability programs initiatives and projects
- Assist with coordination of campus sustainability activities learning initiatives and reporting
- Facilitate connections between operations teaching and research in a coordinated effort to identify opportunities for students to learn and apply sustainability principles and techniques
10% - Events
- Coordinate events workshops and initiatives such as service days voter registration drives and civic leadership training
- Assess current and emerging programs and initiatives
- Collaborate closely with partners to understand event requirements expectations potential conflicts etc.
- Ensure compliance with university local and state laws policies and procedures
- Manage the development execution and daily operations of community engagement activities
- Maintain records for volunteer engagement and promote engagement initiatives within the university and local community
5% - Other Duties as Assigned
Education and Experience
Required Education and Experience at Hire
- Bachelors degree or four years relevant work experience
- Should have experience in civic engagement community service coordination or related roles in higher education or nonprofit settings
Preferred Education
- Masters degree in Higher Education Public Administration Nonprofit Management Social Work or a related field or six years of relevant work experience
Screening Services (Background Checks): Your employment with Pittsburg State University is contingent on a satisfactory criminal background and check.
Job Type: Unclassified
Salary Range: $48000 - $50000
Appointment Duration: 12 months
Work Schedule: Full Time Monday Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Some nights and weekends required
Application Documents Required*:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Names and Contact Details for three (3) Professional References
*Consolidate into two documents to upload.
Open Until Filled with a first consideration date of September 5 2025.
Search Committee Chair: Eva Sager
Visa Sponsorship is not available for this position.
PSU will only accept applications submitted through this process.
Pittsburg State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
