Job Details

HR Options is looking to fill a temporary part-time Community Program Specialist position within the McCarthy Center for Public Services and the Common Good, located at the University of San Francisco (USF) .

Under the general supervision of the Director of Community-Engaged Learning, the Program Specialist is responsible for the planning and implementation of the Community Empowerment Activists (CEA) program, providing administrative and logistical support for the Esther Madriz Diversity Scholars program, supporting community engagement initiatives at the McCarthy Center, and maintaining community partnerships with Bay Area nonprofit organizations.

The University of San Francisco is located in the heart of one of the world's most innovative and diverse cities, and is home to a vibrant academic community of students and faculty who achieve excellence in their fields. Its diverse student body enjoys direct access to faculty, small classes and outstanding opportunities in the city itself. USF's Jesuit Catholic mission helps ignite a student's passion for social justice and a desire to Change the World From Here.

A temporary position through HR Options is an excellent opportunity to gain experience or get your foot in the door with USF. It's a great way to network, expand your skills and resume.

HR Options offers competitive pay, as well as SF Health and Sick benefits and 401(k) upon meeting the eligibility requirements.

Job Responsibilities:

Community Empowerment Activists Program (CEA)

Direct CEA program, including recruiting, hiring, training, and overseeing students and determining placements in consultation with Director of Community-Engaged Learning;

Design, facilitate, and implement curriculum, including content on community-engaged learning pedagogy, social justice leadership, and professional development;

Provide individual supervision, advising, and mentorship to students;

Collaborate with program stakeholders to develop program content, activities, outcomes, and assessment; and

Maintain relationships with CEA host organizations and supervisors.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelors degree or equivalent required, Masters degree preferred.
Experience working in higher education and/or with a community based non-profit organization required.
Candidate must have knowledge of and capacity to articulate and teach about the value of community-engaged learning in higher education, as well as cultural competence and cultural humility to work with students, community partners, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences.
Candidate must be able to establish and maintain collaborative relationships with USF administrators, faculty, students, private and public agencies and others; demonstrate general knowledge and understanding of budgets, grants and fiscal management; and possess the ability to communicate effectively (both orally and in writing) with diverse populations in an urban, multicultural environment.
Familiarity with SF community-based organizations preferred.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to multitask are required.
Ability to work evenings and weekends as needed.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Contribute programmatic support as needed for McCarthy Center public service and service-learning programs in consultation with McCarthy Center staff;

Adapt and implement in-class service-learning orientations and reflections including interactive dialogues to assist students in connecting service to social issues, discussing issues of power, privilege and identity, highlighting the mission of the McCarthy Center, and underscoring the mission of the University;

Support the design and implementation of assessment of student learning to inform McCarthy Center practices, resources, and trainings; and

Other duties as assigned.

For information on how to apply, please visit the following link: www.usfjobs.com

EEO Policy
The University of San Francisco is an equal opportunity institution of higher education. As a matter of policy, the University does not discriminate in employment, educational services and academic programs on the basis of an individuals race, color, religion, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age (except minors), sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition (cancer-related and genetic-related) and disability, and the other bases prohibited by law. The University reasonably accommodates qualified individuals with disabilities under the law.







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