Program Coordinator, B3 Career level, Part-time, Non-Exempt at Grinnell College in Grinnell, Iowa

Job Description:

Job Title:

Program Coordinator, B3 Career level, Part-time, Non-Exempt

Department:

Community Partnerships, Planning and Research

Job Summary:

POSITION SUMMARYReporting to the Director of Community Development, the Program Coordinator facilitates the recruitment, selection, onboarding, and engagement of AmeriCorps members at partner agencies. This role is responsible for coordinating with community partners, working to align resources and advance shared initiatives that address community priorities. This position will be instrumental in driving program outreach by maintaining a social media presence, publicizing campus opportunities and events through various channels. Additionally, this position will also support data collection for compliance, to ensure program goals are met, and partner expectations are achieved.



This is a part-time role working 1000 hours or less each fiscal year.


Key Responsibilities

• Coordinates recruiting, on-boarding, and training for a team of AmeriCorps members.


• Plans and facilitates individual and groups meetings.


• Coordinates activities to engage, retain, and recognize team members.


• Maintains the program Facebook page to build awareness of program-related events and opportunities.


• Coordinates action across various community partners so that they can work as a community team to advance priority projects


• Coordinates submission of member progress reports to partners agencies.

ABOUT GRINNELL COLLEGEGrinnell College is a private liberal arts college located in Grinnell, Iowa and is ranked #19 on the U.S. News and World Report's list of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges.
Grinnell College is a top ranked Liberal Arts institution that values diversity, equity, inclusion, social justice, intellectual freedom, and social responsibility. We seek candidates that align with these values and have the ability and desire to advance our values and belonging within our community and the communities we engage. Ideal candidates will be prepared to collaborate and contribute to the mission and values of the college across all constituencies.
Minimum Qualifications:

• Three years or more of professional experience


• High School diploma or general education degree (GED)


• Demonstrated experience with community outreach and relationship building


• Champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion


• Planning and organizing skills; strong attention to detail


• Ability to communicate strategically with a variety of constituents


• Independent self-starter with developed problem-solving skills


• Demonstrated experience with staff supervision and recognizes the value of teamwork


• Ability to work with frequent interruptions

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred


• Prior experience with AmeriCorps programs or similar service-focused initiatives.

Link to Job Description:

Program Coordinator

FLSA Category:

Non-Exempt

Staff/Faculty:

Staff

Employment Status:

Part-Time

Employment Category:

Regular

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Selected candidate must successfully pass a background check prior to first day of employment.

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

S01126

Diversity Statement:

Grinnell College is committed to establishing and maintaining a safe and nondiscriminatory educational and working environment for all College community members. It is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in matters of admission, employment, and housing, and in access to and participation in its education programs, services, and activities. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, religion, disability, creed or any other protected class. Discrimination and harassment on any of the bases covered by state or federal antidiscrimination statutes is unlawful and a violation of Grinnell College policy.

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