Civic Collaboration Fellows Program Coordinator

University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement - Business and Community Development

MU TITLE: Program/Project Support Coordinator II

LOCATION: St. Louis County - St. Louis, Missouri

The University of Missouri (MU) Office of Extension and Engagement's distinct land-grant mission is to improve lives, communities, and economies by producing relevant, reliable, and responsive educational strategies throughout Missouri. Our dedicated and knowledgeable faculty and staff collaborate with researchers and community leaders to develop and deliver programs that address the needs of Missourians including: educational attainment; environmental concerns; community, economic, business and workforce development; global food systems; and health systems. For more information about MU Extension and Engagement, please visit https://extension.missouri.edu/

MU Extension, in partnership with University of Missouri-St. Louis (UMSL), is launching Civic Collaboration Fellows (CCF), an advanced leadership capacity building program focused on learning with and from resilient communities nationally and internationally. Fellows will expand their civic infrastructure and economic mobility knowledge, build critical civic networks, and foster effective collaborative regional leadership by learning from innovative cities that have faced similar challenges.

The Civic Collaboration Fellows Cohort will draw from alumni of the Neighborhood Leadership Fellows (NLF) program, a civic leadership program that provides training to community residents from the St. Louis Promise Zone, a geographic area comprised of parts of St. Louis City and North St. Louis County, as well as key partner representatives from the community economic development field within the footprint of St. Louis City and north St. Louis County.

The Civic Leadership Program Coordinator position is funded through a three-year grant and has responsibilities with Community Development at MU Extension.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Manage logistical leadership program and corresponding event functions including but not limited to recruitment, marketing, communication, and coordination with participants
• Communicate with vendors about supplies and orders
• Interface with internal university systems across UMSL and MU Extension in order to execute program, including but not limited to: Shared Services, business management, fiscal management, MU Extension administrative support
• Develop and utilize organizational systems in a team setting
• Manage program-related partner relationships
• Draft and synthesize notes and program materials
• Design and develop visual and written communication products including websites, newsletters, reports
• Track programmatic outputs and outcomes
• Assist with grant applications and reporting.
• Travel and work on select evenings and weekends are required for this position.
• Conduct all activities in accordance with the Civil Rights Acts, Title IX, Rehabilitation, Americans with Disabilities Act and local, state and region affirmative action plans.
• As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected in order to support the mission and purpose of MU Extension.

LEADERSHIP RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Administrative supervision and program leadership are received from the Principal Investigator of the grant. This position will have no direct reports.

CORE ATTRIBUTES FOR MU EXTENSION STAFF

• Exhibit a high personal standard of excellence, be an effective team player, and demonstrate inclusivity, civility, and respect for all.
• Engage stakeholders and learners; maintain positive interpersonal relationships and exhibit effective written and oral communication skills.
• Operate with minimal guidance and be a self-directed learner who is flexible and adaptable to changing environments.

UNIVERSITY INFORMATION

The University of Missouri, also known as Mizzou and MU, is the Flagship University of the four-campus University of Missouri system. It is the state's land-grant university and one of the most comprehensive universities in the United States. MU's broad undergraduate programs and its' graduate, professional and research programs attract annual enrollment of more than 30,000 students. MU is centrally located in Columbia, MO, which is consistently ranked as one of America's most livable cities. MU Extension and Engagement programs are located on all four campuses and in 114 counties and St. Louis city.

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Ability to travel and to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends, is required to fulfill assigned responsibilities.

A Bachelor's degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Experience with Qualtrics, Emma, Dot Digital, Canvas and/or Survey Monkey,
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong relationship building skills
• Familiarity Publisher, Canva, InDesign, or other visual design program knowledge
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong cultural competency skills
• Experience with facilitation and meeting planning

Candidates will be evaluated on:

• Effective program coordination in a community setting
• Ability to manage projects with a number of moving parts and high volume of detail
• Expertise in building relationships with diverse audiences
• Strong listening, written, and oral communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in teams and build partnerships, virtually and in person
• Demonstrated our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery, and excellence.
• Candidates must demonstrate they are authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship of U.S. temporary employment visas will not be offered for this position.

Successful candidate will also demonstrate the following:

• Effective and innovative teaching strategies that engage others. Must be able to integrate new and emerging technology into teaching strategies.
• Effective listening, written and oral communication skills including public speaking and presentation abilities.
• Organizational skills, interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and collaborative leadership experiences.
• Flexibility, resiliency, and the ability to operate with minimal guidance.

Salary Range: $21.28 - $29.00 hourly

Grade: GGS-009

University Title: Program/Project Support Coordinator II

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This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-882-2146.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.