Civil Dialogue Coordinator
Binghamton University
Binghamton, NY
Full-time
Construction / Physical Labor / Skilled Trades
Posted on April 21, 2024
About Binghamton University:
Binghamton University is a premier public R1 research institution in the State University of New York (SUNY) system that unites more than 130 broadly interdisciplinary educational programs with some of the most vibrant research in the nation. Our unique character - shaped by our mission, outstanding academics, facilities, and community life - promotes extraordinary student success, research, and service; Binghamton University is where our students, faculty and staff thrive.
Working at Binghamton University is more than about having a great job - it is about having the opportunity to flourish in an exciting, engaging environment. Our faculty and staff appreciate Binghamton's collegial and inclusive culture and its commitment to excellence, education, innovation and civic engagement. Our diverse campus community contributes to our success.
Binghamton merges rigorous academics, distinguished faculty, exceptional staff, and ultramodern facilities to engage and challenge its 18,000+ students. The high-achieving Binghamton student body also represents a great diversity of life experiences, from first-generation college-goers to international students. Beyond their talent, these classmates share a desire to shape the future through technology, insight, intellectual exploration, and community service.
We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and in keeping with this commitment, we welcome all to apply, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Job Description:
Budget Title: Senior Staff Assistant (SL-3)
Salary: $55,000 - $60,000
The Civil Dialogue Coordinator will join a dynamic team of professional and student staff to support and further the mission of the Center for Civic Engagement. The Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) cultivates partnerships that strengthen communities and develop active and engaged citizens.
Reporting to the director, the Civil Dialogue Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the Civil Dialogue Project. The mission of the Civil Dialogue Project is to foster respectful and challenging conversations to help students responsibly engage and better understand themselves, each other, and their community. The Coordinator will work collaboratively with various stakeholders to plan, develop and execute a variety of workshops, events and resources to support students in developing and practicing skills related to constructive dialogue. As this is a new and evolving initiative, the Civil Dialogue Coordinator will have the opportunity to contribute to the growth of the project, and should practice flexibility to meet shifting needs of the program.
Specific responsibilities include:
- Collaborate with campus stakeholders to plan and coordinate workshops, events and other program components
- Deliver workshops on effective civil dialogue skills to various student populations
- Coordinate the civil dialogue micro credential program
- Plan and execute events that provide opportunities for students to practice civil dialogue skills
- Support the Civil Dialogue Project student organization and other student leadership efforts around civil dialogue
- Partner with local organizations, such as K-12 schools, to deliver civil dialogue programming to new audiences
- Assess the effectiveness of workshops and programs and make adjustments as needed
- Update and refine workshop content as needed in response to student feedback and to align with the needs of various student populations
- Support faculty in integrating civil dialogue into their teaching and/or research
- Other duties and responsibilities to support a culture of civic engagement on campus
This position requires evening and weekend work to deliver trainings/workshops at times convenient to students.
Requirements:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
- Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience
- Master's degree in relevant field
- Experience facilitating trainings and/or workshops
Additional Information:
Offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment background check and verification of degree(s) and credentials.
Binghamton University is a tobacco-free campus.
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Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The State University of New York is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Binghamton University to provide for and promote equal opportunity employment, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment without discrimination on the basis of age, race, color, religion, disability, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, veteran or military service member status, marital status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or arrest and/or criminal conviction record unless based upon a bona fide occupational qualification or other exception.
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Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply via Interview Exchange: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=172781
Deadline for Internal Applicants: March 4, 2024
Deadline for External Applicants: Open until filled
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the vacancy is filled.
Please submit:
- Resume,
- Cover letter, and
- Contact information for three professional references
