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Position Details

Position Details

Job Title COORDINATOR - EXEMPT

Position Number 8102404

Job Category University Staff

Job Type Full-Time

FLSA Status Exempt

Campus Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

Location Code SCHOOL OF EDUCATION (02300A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded? Yes

Duties and Responsibilities

· Work closely with project leadership and PDC partners to support the development of the initiative

· Build and sustain successful relationships with university collaborators, school, community, and museum partners

· Work closely with community partner organizations to identify community civic engagement issues and opportunities for high school students

· Convene partner organization liaisons on monthly basis to strengthen relationships, develop strategies, and coordinate civic learning opportunities

· Convene community partner organizations on a quarterly basis as town hall meetings

· Work closely with PDC teachers and school liaisons to identify and build upon the capacity of teachers, students and classrooms to participate in community-based civic learning and action projects

· Develop, recruit for and coordinate summer civic leadership institute for 10-12 high school students

· Support ongoing assessment of PDC projects and initiatives

· Complete and submit all required administrative documentation and reporting in a timely manner

· Participate in all meetings and professional development activities associated with the PDC initiative as required.

· Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in education, youth development, community organizing/action

· 2-3 years of professional experience working with community organizations in organizing, development, or service delivery

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in education, youth development, community organizing/action

· Knowledge of and experience in children and youth engagement strategies

· Knowledge of and experience with urban public education and classroom practices

· 2-3 years of professional experience working with community organizations in organizing, development, or service delivery

· Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in education, youth development, community organizing/action

· Knowledge of and experience in children and youth engagement strategies

· Knowledge of and experience with urban public education and classroom practices

· 2-3 years of professional experience working with community organizations in organizing, development, or service delivery

· Excellent organizational, communication, and relationship-building skills

Computer Skills

Microsoft 365 Suite of applications

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Required operation of university owned vehicles No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact? No

Physical Demands None

Working Conditions Irregular Hours

Open Date 08/14/2024

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation’s largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion . We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits (https://cld.bz/c/sy7N6a?utm_medium=emailutm_source=transactionalutm_campaign=CldBz-Share-Collection) centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

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