Strategist, Service Learning

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When you arrive at the “ Experience ” page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled “ Resume/CV. ” This is the appropriate box to upload all documents.Benefits of Being a Lindenwood Employee:Upon hire, employer-paid tuition benefits for bachelor’s (employee, spouse, and dependent) and master’s degree programs (employee and spouse only).Tuition discounts for doctoral programs (employee only).Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, and retirement options.Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Wednesday – Friday), and winter break (Dec. 23 – Jan. 1).Free lunch Fridays: LU employees are eligible for a free meal on Fridays at the Evans Commons Dining Hall or Spellman Dining Hall; Chick-fil-A and Qdoba included.Professional development opportunities through the Lindenwood Learning Academy .JOB TITLE SUMMARYJob Title: Strategist, Service LearningDivision: Academic AffairsEvaluation Group: StaffFLSA Status: ExemptReports To: Director, Careers, Internships, and AchievementPositions Supervised: N/AJob SummaryWithin the Office of Careers, Internships, and Achievement (CIA) in Academic Affairs, the strategist, service learning supports the development, implementation, and assessment of high-impact service-learning experiences that advance Lindenwood University's mission of Real Experience, Real Success. The strategist builds and sustains community partnerships, collaborates with faculty to integrate experiential learning into the curriculum, and supports key programs, including the Federal Work-Study Community Service Program and the Community Service Honors Designation. This position also cross-trains across CIA's full range of services, including career coaching, internship advising, and study abroad, to provide holistic and integrated support to students.Essential Job Functions and Performance IndicatorsThe intent of this job description is to provide a representation of the types of duties and level of responsibility that will be required of positions given this title. This job description shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Job Responsibilities and ExecutionSupports the Federal Work Study Community Service program including identifying and vetting community partner organizations, recruiting and hiring qualified student participants, and managing timecardsIntegrates Federal Work Study participants into the Community Service Honors Designation programSupports the CIA in developing processes for integrating high-impact practices into the curriculum; assesses risk/liability of off-campus learning experiencesCreates and supports student/faculty recognition procedures for the CIA including the Community Service Honors Designation in collaboration with Student Involvement and Academic ServicesProvides career coaching including resume review, interview preparation, and job search strategiesAssists students with internship searches and connecting with employer opportunitiesSupports study abroad advising including program selection, application processes, and relevant course/program equivalenciesAssists with First Destination Survey data collection and other assessment initiativesSupports career fairs, networking events, employer information sessions, and other CIA programming as neededService ExcellenceSupports the mission of the University and serves as an ambassador of the Q2 culture of service excellenceModels, supports, and holds others accountable to the University’s valuesIntentionally acts with empathy to create a welcoming, inclusive environment that respects diverse perspectives and backgroundsServes as contact person for students, faculty, and partners needing support with experiential learning opportunitiesCommunication, Teamwork, and CollaborationDevelops and sustains mutually beneficial partnerships with non-profit, governmental, and community-based organizations to support service learning, internships, and other experiential opportunities; represents the university in local and regional service-learning networks to identify and cultivate new community connectionsCollaborates with faculty, the Lindenwood Learning Academy, campus offices, and community organizations to design and implement service-learning experiences in courses and co-curricular programs; provides training and professional development on service-learning pedagogy and best practicesCollaborates with partners in Academic Affairs to assist faculty and staff in gathering data for the assessment of experiential learning outcomesEstablishes and maintains effective communication with external constituents including employers, community partners, and study abroad providersUses social media to promote the work of faculty, students, employers, and community partnersCollaborates with colleagues across multiple divisions, including Student Involvement, the Learning Academy, Advancement and Communications, and OperationsCollaborates with CIA colleagues to develop integrated programming connecting multiple high-impact practicesJob may require other duties as assignedRequired Qualifications – An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements may be designated by position.Bachelor’s degreeThree years of community engagement experience in higher education or a community-based agency preferredKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to perform this job competently.Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and culturesKnowledge of high-impact educational practices with experiential learning pedagogiesCollaborative mindset with flexibility to support various programsSkilled in using Microsoft Office Suite for virtual and in-person collaborationAbility to research independentlyAbility to organize and manage multiple projectsWork Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of this job’s functions. Please click here to view Lindenwood University’s flexible work designation descriptions.General office settingNon-Standard FlexPhysical Abilities – The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform this job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Ability to work effectively at a computer for extended time dailyAbility to sit/stand for extended periods of timeAbility to lift/carry items commonly found in an office setting including, but not limited to, documents, laptops, keyboards, etc.Ability to use repetitive wrist, hand, and finger movements to type regularlyRegular attendance is a necessary and essential functionEqual Opportunity EmployerLindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.
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