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Stanford University Associate Director of Community Engaged Learning and Research in Stanford, California
Associate Director of Community Engaged Learning and Research
Vice Provost for Undergrad Education, Stanford, California, United States
Administration
Post Date Mar 19, 2024
Requisition # 102598
Job Title: Academic Program Professional 3
Working Title: Associate Director of Community Engaged Learning and Research
VPUE Unit: Haas Center for Public Service
Location : Stanford Main Campus; Hybrid option available (at least 3 days/week onsite)
Job Code : 4113
Job Grade : K
FTE : 100%
Exemption Status : Exempt, Continuing
The Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) is seeking an Associate Director of Community Engaged Learning and Research for the Haas Center for Public Service. Reporting to the Deputy Director, the Associate Director will provide leadership, direction, and strategy for the center’s Community Engaged Learning and Research (CELR) team. The CELR team includes 11 staff and collectively leads the center’s efforts to integrate public service and community engagement into the undergraduate and graduate curriculum, support community engaged teaching and research, and strengthen two signature place-based initiatives in education and sustainability.
In this role, you will:
Lead the Community Engaged Learning and Research unit:
● Lead and oversee development, implementation, administration, and evaluation of community engaged learning, public service research, place-based initiatives, and graduate student programming, including collaborative efforts with the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education, the Vice Provost for Graduate Education, and various academic schools, departments, and programs.
● Manage, coach and mentor professional staff, including annual performance planning and regular meetings with up to six direct reports.
● Oversee the development of two signature place-based initiatives in education and sustainability, including setting program priorities, managing program staff, and engaging with campus and community partners.
● Interpret, implement and ensure compliance with university, academic and administrative policies within an organization or program. Recommend new internal policies, guidelines and procedures.
● Develop long-range planning and policy development for initiatives or programs. Manage, develop, and forecast department and program budgets, insure data and assessment goals are met, lead branding, and assist with development and stewardship.
Represent the Haas Center and CELR team across campus and in the community
● Represent the Haas Center and Cardinal Service to the broader university, external community, and other stakeholders. Provide expert consultation related to program development, funding opportunities, or other specialty area.
● Present to faculty and other internal and external stakeholders on community engaged learning, course design, engaged teaching approaches, and community engaged research.
● Identify external funding opportunities, assist with donor relations and stewardship, and write proposals and grants. Develop and oversee strategic financial planning and sustainability for community engaged learning and research; monitor performance and ensure appropriate controls.
Develop and strengthen partnerships with faculty and community organizations
● Cultivate and support faculty involvement in public service, particularly in ways that connect with academic courses, internships, and research; provide a range of individual and cohort support to faculty who are new to community engagement and opportunities to deepen practice with those who have a long-term commitment to community engagement.
● Administer grant programs to support faculty, and implement the Miriam Aaron Roland Volunteer Service prize for faculty and other means of recognizing outstanding community engagement among faculty, students, and community partners.
● Develop, facilitate, and maintain relationships between external community partners, faculty, and university liaisons; coordinate mechanisms and shared databases for tracking, monitoring, and assessing partnerships with faculty and external partners.
Support undergraduate and graduate students interested in public service and community engagement
● May teach or co-teach courses; oversee the administration of courses; create and/or advise in the development of curriculum; and/or advise students, coach, and mentor program staff.
● Serve as a mentor and provide direct advice to undergraduate and graduate students on a range of issues including, but not limited to academic and service connections, ethical and effective service, service project and learning plan development, career plans, accessibility, community standards, etc., to assist them in making appropriate choices and decisions.
● Oversee the application and selection process for the Cardinal Service Notation, a transcript designation for students who complete a significant service commitment.
Other staff responsibilities to support the Haas Center and Cardinal Service initiative towards a networked campus-wide public service culture
● Represent the center at campus and community meetings.
● Participate in center-wide committees and other efforts to strengthen programs and policies.
● Contribute to data collection and evaluation efforts.
● Participate in unit and staff meetings.
● Engage in professional development, including attending and presenting at field-building conferences and retreats.
● Contribute to center-wide celebrations and supporting key annual Center events.
● Frequently stand/walk, sitting, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, perform desk-based computer tasks. Occasionally use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 40 pounds. Rarely sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh >40 pounds. Ability to use voice to present information/communicate with others. On-campus mobility
● May require working flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
*-The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
● Advanced degree and five years of relevant experience in community engaged learning and research or combination of relevant education, training, and/or experience.
● Demonstrated successful leadership and management experience in nonprofits, government, social/public/community service, or higher education at a high level of responsibility including: financial management and planning; staff supervision; program design, implementation, and evaluation.
● Scholarly and professional accomplishments indicative of an ability to work as a peer with university faculty, particularly on matters of curriculum and research agenda development in a research-intensive environment.
● Demonstrated ability to manage in a complex environment and exert leadership in programs and activities involving faculty, staff, students and community organizations.
● Personal commitment to ethical and effective public service and community engagement in higher education.
● Ability to develop program partnerships and funding sources.
● Advanced oral, written, and analytical skills, exhibiting fluency in area of specialization.
● Ability to oversee and direct staff.
● Ability to manage budgets and develop financial plans.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
● Terminal degree
*-Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of their job.
About the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE)
As the designated gateway to undergraduate education at Stanford, VPUE strives to connect students intellectually with the full range of our educational opportunities and to promote the active engagement of all faculty, instructors and staff with undergraduate students.
For undergraduates, VPUE is the nexus for programs and initiatives that help students define and achieve their intellectual ambitions and develop a sense of civic purpose at Stanford. These include investigative introductory courses taught by esteemed faculty, targeted classes in writing and rhetoric, undergraduate research support, academic advising and mentoring, overseas and off-campus study programs, evidence-based and inclusive learning and teaching practices, and opportunities to pursue public service campus-wide. For faculty, VPUE serves as a principal conduit for furthering interaction with undergraduates and discovering ways in which working with students can enrich one’s research agenda. VPUE collaborates with faculty, staff, and students to provide the world-class experiences for which Stanford is known. All VPUE resources are dedicated to involving faculty with the undergraduate experience, connecting students with transformative opportunities, and fully realizing a liberal education at Stanford.
https://undergrad.stanford.edu/about
VPUE advocates for and supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at Stanford through our teaching, policies, programming, and partnerships across the university. VPUE seeks to create a work environment motivated and shaped by the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion, in which all staff explicitly and mindfully act to implement these principles. We seek a work environment which values input from all, transparency, and openness in decision-making, and respectful and supportive engagement.
About the Haas Center for Public Service
Stanford University’s Haas Center for Public Service serves as the hub of Cardinal Service, a campus-wide initiative to make service a distinctive feature of a Stanford education. The Haas Center inspires and prepares students to create a more just and sustainable world through service, scholarship, and community partnerships. Guided by the Center’s Principles of Ethical and Effective Service, students engage in local, national, and global service across diverse pathways—community engaged learning and research, community organizing and activism, direct service, philanthropy, policy and governance, and social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility.
Cardinal Service focuses on four dimensions that have proven transformative in the lives of students: a full-time, quarter-long service experience (Cardinal Quarter); community engaged learning classes (Cardinal Courses); sustained service engagement (Cardinal Commitment); and support to integrate service into any career and pursue work in the public interest (Cardinal Careers).
Why Stanford is for You
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven individuals to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
● Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
● A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
● A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
● Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
● Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
*-Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
The expected pay range for this position is $113,000 to $168,000 per annum . Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website ( https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards ) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to work for an organization that nurtures diversity, respect, professional development, and a supportive work-life balance, we invite you to explore this opportunity and apply online. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. Your cover letter should briefly describe your interest in the position and how you feel your background and experience would make you a successful candidate.
Completed applications will be reviewed on April 3, 2024.
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Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4113
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: K
Requisition ID: 102598
Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible