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Class II - Student Recruiting Assistant - 253UST
Job ID	15605
Job Type	Storrs Campus
Employer	Women's Center
Date Posted	Apr 07, 2025
Category	Communications/Public Relations
Job Description	Programming Specialist Summary of Position The Programming Specialist is responsible for program/event planning and workshop development/facilitation relevant to gender equity, and building a committee of volunteers to implement programs and initiatives that are developed throughout the academic year. The Women's Center is an exciting and energy-filled place reflected in the community of people, from a variety of backgrounds, disciplines, and responsibilities, who choose the Center as a place on campus to invest their time and energy. We are committed to strengthening and enhancing the experiences and learning of students, staff and faculty, as well as developing, supporting and empowering students with a focus on gender equity, centering the experiences of women and gender-expansive people; and celebrating all of the ways gender is lived and expressed. Positions at the Women’s Center are designed to assist students with career readiness by building their skills and experiences in the NACE identified competencies of Career & Self Development, Communication, Critical Thinking, Equity & Inclusion, Leadership, Professionalism, and Teamwork. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer, UConn encourages applications from women, veterans, people with disabilities and members of traditionally underrepresented populations. Job Description This position works closely with a full time staff person and will be responsible for designing programming initiatives and events, engaging volunteers at meetings; planning discussion topics and/or other activities; and facilitating discussion on specific content areas. Additionally, the staff will be expected to participate in weekly supervision/debrief meetings, work cooperatively and collaboratively with their co-workers, deliver and receive constructive feedback, and routinely evaluate the status of their own professional development. This position will be required to attend ALL staff meetings and complete professional development assignments, such as required readings and programs. These meetings will be on Fridays from 3pm-5pm. All staff must complete mandatory training during the week before classes begin August 18-August 22nd, as a way to enhance content proficiency, develop effective facilitation techniques, and foster open communication and trust with co-workers within the Center.
Job Requirements	Detailed Commitment and Responsibilities Work an average of 8 - 10 hours per week. (8 hours for design duties and supervision meetings, additional two hours for bi-weekly staff meetings.) Plan and implement programs and events. Propose new activities and projects that will further the mission and goals of the Women’s Center. Lead weekly volunteer meetings Serve as a liaison between guest speakers/presenters/committees and the Women's Center; make initial contact with potential presenters to obtain program information and program cost. Coordinate and monitor event timelines Facilitate weekly meetings. (The meeting dates will be determined each semester and based on the Programming Specialist's and group members’ availability.) Provide leadership to volunteers: facilitate discussions, create a safe atmosphere by establishing expectations, and modeling open-mindedness. Job Requirements The Women's Center is seeking reliable, dedicated self-starters who are able to work with people from diverse social, cultural, racial, economic and educational backgrounds. Ideal candidates will have a commitment to actively creating a welcoming environment for all individuals of all genders. Minimum Qualifications Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience with, addressing issues of gender equity through coursework and/or co-curricular activities. Demonstrated experience in promoting and implementing events and programs; Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience with, group facilitation. Demonstrated knowledge of, or experience with, working with diverse populations. Demonstrated commitment to actively creating a welcoming environment for all students, including, but not limited to, students who face additional challenges due to their race, nationality, class, gender identity, sexuality, religion, age and ability; Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills; Ability to work collaboratively with others to accomplish goals; and Commitment to the responsibilities described below, as well as a commitment of time to attend all meetings you have agreed to participate in. Demonstrated adaptability, particularly the ability to perform job responsibilities across a range of platforms and environments (for example virtual or in-person) Preferred Qualifications Past participation on the Women’s Center staff and/or participation in Women’s Center programs and activities All students are responsible for: Serving as Women’s Center receptionist, answering phones, directing calls, taking messages and welcoming visitors. Answering constituent’s requests for information about the Women’s Center and our services. Assisting in development and distribution of program publicity, materials, programs for events and posting flyers on campus. Running business errands around campus. Maintaining privacy at all times. Assisting in keeping the Women's Center in an orderly fashion. Other tasks as assigned.
Available Openings	1
Hours	8.0 to 10.0 hours per week
Hourly Rate	$16.50/hour
Time Frame	Academic Year
Contact Name	Kathy Fischer
Contact Email	elise.delacruz@uconn.edu
Work Location	Storrs
Phone	8604864738
Fax	N/A

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