Advocacy Coordinator/Assistant Director, Advocacy
Laseagrant, Urbana, IL, United States
Women’s Resources Center
Advocacy Coordinator / Assistant Director, Advocacy
Job Summary
Serves as a leader in the delivery of survivor/victim support services. As a designated campus Confidential Advisor, provides confidential advising to students, faculty, and staff who have experienced sexual misconduct (sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking, and/or dating/domestic violence) as required by Illinois state law. Works as an Embedded Confidential Advisor and will be cross‑placed two days a week at a satellite location.
Advocacy and Support Service Coordination
Provides and coordinates trauma‑informed case management, crisis intervention, and survivor‑centered advocacy for student, staff, and faculty survivors of sexual misconduct, including all legal and administrative options, rights, resources, and referrals.
Navigates survivor rights and options with university systems (e.g., Office of Student Conflict Resolution, Office of Access and Equity, Residence Life, financial aid, Title IX, Disability Resources and Educational Services, McKinley Health Center, Counseling Center, etc.) and community partners.
Provides on‑site confidential advising services at embedded service locations (e.g., Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, La Casa Cultural Latina, or other partner locations) according to the schedule determined by the Advocacy Coordinator / Assistant Director, Advisory and embedded location staff.
Advises individuals who choose to participate in campus disciplinary processes and appeals when requested.
Collects summary data to identify trends and inform sexual misconduct outreach and response efforts.
Prepares and delivers presentations and written reports, correspondence, proposals, program assessments and updates, email, and other materials for a variety of audiences, ensuring compliance with departmental and university guidelines.
Completes at least 6 hours of ongoing education training annually on issues related to sexual violence to remain a confidential advisor (110 ILCS 155/1/Sec. 20c).
Outreach and Partner Capacity Building
Develops collaborative partnerships with students and staff at embedded locations, attends staff/student meetings, and serves on event‑specific committees (e.g., cultural history months, Black and Latinx Summit, and congratulatory ceremonies).
Designs and delivers trainings, products/resources, and healing services for faculty, staff, and students across campus.
Publicizes services, programs, and events of the Women’s Resources Center through written and electronic means.
Serves on relevant committees, task forces, and development groups on campus and in the community.
Consults on the development of campus policies and procedures related to sexual misconduct in accordance with VAWA, Title IX, Clery Act, and other federal and state guidelines under the direction of the Associate Director, Advocacy.
Creates educational materials and messaging campaigns (electronic, print, and video) related to sexual misconduct and response, including during notable campus time periods (e.g., Welcome Week, Homecoming, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month).
Participates in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, supervising, and evaluating WRC interns and student staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Staff Supervision, Training and Support
(Assistant Director only)
Supervises student staff (outreach assistants and advocacy interns).
Manages staff recruitment, hiring, training, development, payroll, and evaluation.
Assists with the design and facilitation of staff orientation and professional development.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education:
None specified.
Experience:
One year (12 months) of education, training, and/or work experience in intervention/advocacy with survivors of sexual/relationship violence or in sexual/relationship violence prevention.
Demonstrated experience providing culturally relevant programs and services, particularly those historically underserved by anti‑violence movements.
Successful completion of an Illinois Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training (40 hours minimum) prior to, or within 90 days after, the employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, gender and women’s studies, public/community health, or a related field.
Experience:
Experience integrating theories of intersectionality and cultural relevance in trauma response services.
Broad knowledge of student development theories and experience working with college students or in a college setting.
Experience developing community and public engagement programs and public presentations.
Successful completion of a standalone Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Training (40 hours minimum) recognized by a state domestic violence coalition.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to make independent judgments, apply discretion, maintain confidentiality, and consult when appropriate in complex situations that require highly individualized planning.
Broad knowledge of the dynamics of power, privilege, and oppression, gendered violence, and sexual and relationship violence.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, including conflict management, assertiveness, consensus/team building, and group facilitation.
Organizational and planning skills to manage multiple simultaneous projects, meet deadlines, and maintain high productivity in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full‑time Civil Service 5002 – Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/10/2026.
Salary range for the Advocacy Coordinator: $48,000 – $55,000
Salary range for the Assistant Director, Advocacy: $56,000 – $62,000
Benefits
This position is eligible for benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and interview process.
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Serves as a leader in the delivery of survivor/victim support services. As a designated campus Confidential Advisor, provides confidential advising to students, faculty, and staff who have experienced sexual misconduct (sexual assault, sexual harassment, sexual exploitation, stalking, and/or dating/domestic violence) as required by Illinois state law. Works as an Embedded Confidential Advisor and will be cross‑placed two days a week at a satellite location.
Advocacy and Support Service Coordination
Provides and coordinates trauma‑informed case management, crisis intervention, and survivor‑centered advocacy for student, staff, and faculty survivors of sexual misconduct, including all legal and administrative options, rights, resources, and referrals.
Navigates survivor rights and options with university systems (e.g., Office of Student Conflict Resolution, Office of Access and Equity, Residence Life, financial aid, Title IX, Disability Resources and Educational Services, McKinley Health Center, Counseling Center, etc.) and community partners.
Provides on‑site confidential advising services at embedded service locations (e.g., Bruce D. Nesbitt African American Cultural Center, La Casa Cultural Latina, or other partner locations) according to the schedule determined by the Advocacy Coordinator / Assistant Director, Advisory and embedded location staff.
Advises individuals who choose to participate in campus disciplinary processes and appeals when requested.
Collects summary data to identify trends and inform sexual misconduct outreach and response efforts.
Prepares and delivers presentations and written reports, correspondence, proposals, program assessments and updates, email, and other materials for a variety of audiences, ensuring compliance with departmental and university guidelines.
Completes at least 6 hours of ongoing education training annually on issues related to sexual violence to remain a confidential advisor (110 ILCS 155/1/Sec. 20c).
Outreach and Partner Capacity Building
Develops collaborative partnerships with students and staff at embedded locations, attends staff/student meetings, and serves on event‑specific committees (e.g., cultural history months, Black and Latinx Summit, and congratulatory ceremonies).
Designs and delivers trainings, products/resources, and healing services for faculty, staff, and students across campus.
Publicizes services, programs, and events of the Women’s Resources Center through written and electronic means.
Serves on relevant committees, task forces, and development groups on campus and in the community.
Consults on the development of campus policies and procedures related to sexual misconduct in accordance with VAWA, Title IX, Clery Act, and other federal and state guidelines under the direction of the Associate Director, Advocacy.
Creates educational materials and messaging campaigns (electronic, print, and video) related to sexual misconduct and response, including during notable campus time periods (e.g., Welcome Week, Homecoming, Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Domestic Violence Awareness Month).
Participates in recruiting, hiring, onboarding, supervising, and evaluating WRC interns and student staff.
Other duties as assigned.
Staff Supervision, Training and Support
(Assistant Director only)
Supervises student staff (outreach assistants and advocacy interns).
Manages staff recruitment, hiring, training, development, payroll, and evaluation.
Assists with the design and facilitation of staff orientation and professional development.
Other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Education:
None specified.
Experience:
One year (12 months) of education, training, and/or work experience in intervention/advocacy with survivors of sexual/relationship violence or in sexual/relationship violence prevention.
Demonstrated experience providing culturally relevant programs and services, particularly those historically underserved by anti‑violence movements.
Successful completion of an Illinois Sexual Assault Crisis Intervention Training (40 hours minimum) prior to, or within 90 days after, the employment start date.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, gender and women’s studies, public/community health, or a related field.
Experience:
Experience integrating theories of intersectionality and cultural relevance in trauma response services.
Broad knowledge of student development theories and experience working with college students or in a college setting.
Experience developing community and public engagement programs and public presentations.
Successful completion of a standalone Domestic Violence Crisis Intervention Training (40 hours minimum) recognized by a state domestic violence coalition.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to make independent judgments, apply discretion, maintain confidentiality, and consult when appropriate in complex situations that require highly individualized planning.
Broad knowledge of the dynamics of power, privilege, and oppression, gendered violence, and sexual and relationship violence.
Strong interpersonal communication skills, including conflict management, assertiveness, consensus/team building, and group facilitation.
Organizational and planning skills to manage multiple simultaneous projects, meet deadlines, and maintain high productivity in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Appointment Information
This is a 100% full‑time Civil Service 5002 – Program Coordinator position, appointed on a 12‑month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after 8/10/2026.
Salary range for the Advocacy Coordinator: $48,000 – $55,000
Salary range for the Assistant Director, Advocacy: $56,000 – $62,000
Benefits
This position is eligible for benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, a retirement plan, paid time off, and tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Equal Opportunity Employer
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and interview process.
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