Assistant Director Civic Engagement

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Assistant Director Civic Engagement

JOB SUMMARY

The Assistant Director Civic Engagement in the Center for Student Involvement advances a campus-wide culture of civic engagement by integrating leadership, student engagement, and service into the co-curricular experience. This role advises the Student Government Association, mentors student leaders, and fosters ethical decision-making and meaningful dialogue. In collaboration with campus and community partners, the Assistant Director develops and facilitates a range of civic learning initiatives, including service projects, voter engagement, and community partnerships. Through these efforts, the position promotes civic leadership, social responsibility, and positive social change. The performance evaluation is conducted through the performance evaluation system and in accordance with the University Policies and Procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to:      Director Center for Student Involvement

Supervises:     Student Government Association, possible student employees and graduate assistants

ESSENTIAL DUTIES -May include, but not limited to the following:

• Provides vision and leadership for innovative growth and expansion of civic engagement programming that includes Student Government Association in addition to continual program improvement and refinement. 

• Aligns programming with TWU’s conceptual framework to support a visionary cocurricular civic engagement program with student learning outcomes. 

• Liaison  and engages with campus partners including University Housing & Dining Services, Undergraduate Studies, Athletics, Student Accountability and other related programs to collaborate and create synergy in civic engagement messaging. 

• Utilizes databases for tracking civic engagement and service activities as well as community, campus, and student partners for data-based decision making and reporting purposes. 

• Supports the assessment and evaluation planning and reporting for civic engagement programming including demonstrating the scope, efficiency/rating, and outcomes/impacts of civic engagement programming. 

• Recruits, tracks, and mentors Student Government Association throughout the academic year.   
• Advises, supervises, and provides programmatic and developmental support for civic engagement specific student organizations (ex - SGA and Pioneer Votes).
• Oversees campus voter registration and education programming, including voter deputy process. 
• Provides individual and group consultation related to civic engagement and service to students as requested/needed. 
• Administers the annual programmatic budget with supervisor.
• Supports marketing, outreach plans, and campaigns focused on civic engagement and service. 
• Responds to requests of supervisor to best support a growing program. 
• Participates in CSI meetings, professional development, and related team-building activities. 
• Participates in outreach for CSI at information fairs and other opportunities. 
• Serves on relevant campus and community wide committees.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Support all large-scale events for CSI; Pioneer Camp, Redbud, Ring Ceremony, The BIG Event, and Make a Difference Day.

• Opportunity to teach a UNIV 1231 section. 

• Performs other duties as assigned and requested. 

EDUCATION

Master’s degree in higher education, student development, counseling, or a related field is preferred. Additional education beyond a master’s degree may substitute for some of the required experience.

EXPERIENCE

Three years of related work experience advising students and student groups, may include graduate student work/assistantship.

REQUIREMENT

Valid Texas driver’s license and a safe driving record such as required by the university for Driver’s Authorization.

Regular and reliable attendance at the University during regular scheduled days and work hours is an essential function of this position.  

All employees share the responsibility of maintaining information security and privacy requirements within the university by adhering to Federal and State regulations, and TWU Policies & Procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - The following are essential:

• Ability to work with a diverse student population. 

• Ability to demonstrate an understanding of group development, student development theory and good practices. 

• Ability to handle multiple projects and coordinate a large number of student organizations. 

• Ability to handle recurring peak periods of work, irregular hours, short deadlines, and limited staff which requires a substantial level of physical stamina. 

• Ability to organize work effectively, conceptualize and prioritize objectives and exercise independent judgment based on an understanding of organizational policies and activities. 

• Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with students, faculty, staff, university community, and public. 

• Ability to network across departments and programs. 

• Ability to communicate effectively-orally by phone, in person, and in writing. 

• Skills in public speaking.

• Ability to respond to emergency situations in a timely manner. 

• Ability to receive Driver Authorization from the University. 

• Ability to drive a 12-passenger van.   

• Ability to use a personal computer and other office equipment, including related university software and email. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described in the Essential Duties and below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee must have the ability to ascend and descend stairs and have the ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

The employee may be required to travel and may be required to work occasional weekends and evenings.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment. Work is normally performed in a typical interior work environment. 

SAFETY

TWU promotes a safe working environment. Employees are responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently, and supervisors are responsible for creating and maintaining a safe work environment. Employees must report any unsafe work conditions or practices, as well as any near-miss incidents, to their supervisor and Risk Management. Supervisors and employees should ensure that injury/accident reports are submitted to the Office of Human Resources and Risk Management within 24 hours of the incident.

Texas Woman’s University, an AA/EEO employer, provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected category, class or characteristic.

All offers of employment will be contingent on the candidate’s ability to provide documents which establish proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. Positions at Texas Woman’s University deemed security-sensitive require background checks and verification of all academic credentials.

If you are a male between the age of 18 and 25, federal law requires that you must be registered with the U.S. Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions under Selective Service law. Under HB 558, enacted by the 76th Texas State Legislature, if you are currently of the age and gender requiring registration with Selective Service, but knowingly and willfully fail to do so, you are ineligible for employment with an agency in any branch of Texas state government.  For additional information regarding registration or status, you can contact the Selective Service System at 847-688-6888 or www.sss.gov.

Salary: $48,640 Annually