Widener University is committed to fostering an environment in which faculty, staff, and students from a variety of backgrounds, cultures, and personal experiences are welcomed and can thrive. WPCS holds a deep commitment to an i nclusive culture that supports the work of faculty and staff members across the institution, and works closely with the Chief Diversity Officer to facilitate that commitment. Faculty and staff are active participants in our work to enhance diversity, equity, & inclusion, including representation on the Faculty Council Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee and the Diversity Leadership and Inclusion Council.
Widener University has established a COVID-19 vaccination policy that requires all faculty and staff who will be on our campuses to be fully vaccinated as a condition of employment. Our goal is that all members of the Pride may safely experience Widener's hands on, inclusive, and personalized learning environment in person.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including, but not limited to) :
Essential duties:
- Create, plan, and coordinate fund raising events and community events for WPCS
- Manage volunteers and the volunteer process at WPCS
- Manage and maintain WPCS social media platforms
- Plan and organize 8 th grade Graduation, field day, and honor roll ceremonies
- Collect data on all programs and activities at the school throughout the year for state reporting.
- Coordinate, plan, and research field trips for students
- Provides secretarial support/assistance as needed.
- Create, plan, coordinate and arrange logistics for the After-School programs as well as special events and activities at the school throughout the year.
- Manage the enrollment of students into the After-School programs
- Maintain records for the After-School programs
- Support and develop collaborative relationships with the parents
- Create and collaborate with the administrative team to prepare and maintain the school's events calendar for school year
- Keep Administrative Leadership Team fully informed on issues and all other relevant matters pertaining to all programs and activities at the school
- To create programs and activities for students and families that align with the mission and vision of Widener Partnership Charter School
- Build and foster partnerships with community stakeholders
- Other duties as assigned by the Principal
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (education/training and experience required) :
Required:
- Bachelor Degree or a combination of education and equivalent work experience
- 3 to 5 years of previous experience in program coordination or project management, school district, camp or non-profit preferred.
- Strong Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) skills
- Volunteer management or organization experience
- Ability to keep accurate records and prepare reports.
- Demonstrated budget preparation experience
- Excellent attention to detail
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to resolve issues, answer questions, and work independently with limited supervision
- Strong interpersonal communication skills required; ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing with varied constituent groups.
- Must be able to deal with multiple tasks in a fast paced work environment while paying attention to the details
- Required to work well with others and to contribute to a positive work environment; must be willing to accept responsibility and work with limited supervision
- Working with limited supervision, must be willing to take initiative, be a problem solver, and willing to offer suggestions and ideas to insure the smooth and efficient operation of the Office
Preferred:
- Experience in a charter school environment
- Experience in organizing, planning and executing fund raising events
- Experience in planning and running after-school programs in K-8 environment
- Strong presentation skills
- Ability to lead teams of volunteers
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR UNUSUAL HOURS:
- Movement around the school is expected in order to fulfill job requirements
- School calendar may require occasional work outside of the regular school day including nights and weekends
Qualified candidates must submit resume and cover letter for consideration. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Only those selected to interview will be contacted.
Widener has a strategic commitment to building an inclusive university community whose diversity enriches the lives of all members and where our students are prepared for living in a pluralistic and ever-changing world. As a leading metropolitan university, Widener strives to embody the values that are inherent in our mission: civic engagement, access, inclusion, academic excellence, innovation and leadership.
Widener University, an independent, metropolitan, doctoral-intensive university, connects curricula to social issues through civic engagement. Dynamic teaching, active scholarship, personal attention and experiential learning are key components of the Widener Experience. Located in Chester, PA, Widener's main campus is nestled between Philadelphia, PA and Wilmington, DE, with Law Schools located in both Harrisburg and Wilmington. For more information about the university, please visit our website at www.widener.edu.
EOE M/F/V/D
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Advertised: 21 Sep 2021 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close:
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