Education Programs Manager

Case Western Reserve University is committed to providing a transparent estimate of the salary for this position at the time of its posting. The starting wage rate is $22.13 per hour.

Employees receive more than just a paycheck. University employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare, retirement plans, tuition assistance, paid time off, and a winter recess.

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Flora Stone Mather Center is a community space and a social innovator advancing women and gender equity through research-informed action. The Education Programs Manager oversees a community and campus collaborative of gender equity education ensuring the delivery of evidence-based educational workshops and trainings on violence prevention, sexual wellness, and gender equity in higher education, as well as coordinating large-scale events and awareness activities. This position will be responsible for leading a peer education initiative for Case Western Reserve University that is inclusive of women of color, trans and non-binary, and men-identified communities. Additionally, the program manager will participate in university committees and support the work of the Associate Director of Research.

Building a welcoming and inclusive community is the foundation of the work we do as professionals working with students. Fully including people of diverse backgrounds and perspectives helps us all thrive by working together, focusing on our collective well-being, and helping students gain insight from their academic endeavors and real-world experiences.

Essential Functions

• Lead all campus violence prevention education under It's On CWRU initiative. Make decisions regarding relevant themes, audience outreach, and desired outcome of annual programs on a year-to-year basis. Create regular reports related to evaluations of programs and events and initiate improvements based on data gathered from evaluations provided to participants after each program. Manage and execute all related workshops, programs, and events; develop marketing for social media accounts and webpages and distribute these marketing materials; develop community and campus partnerships; and conduct assessment and evaluation of violence prevention and education programs. (15%)
• Research the most effective and impactful delivery methods for education around gender equity and sexual wellness topics, based on national best practices. Train and supervise student staff in the facilitation of gender equity and sexual wellness programs. Record and track participants and make semi-annual changes to education programs based on participants evaluations. Facilitate or co-facilitate sessions. (15%)
• Serve as an instructor for the sexual wellness course (1 semester per year, 15 week course) as part of Case Western Reserve University's wellness credits. Develop evidence-informed curriculum for the course. Serve as the primary instructor for the course and collaborate with athletics, academics, and other related offices to continually review curriculum and implementation. (15%)
• Oversee campus-wide awareness month initiatives, programs, and events (such as Sexpopalooza and Sexual Assault Awareness Month) and lead collaborative vision, design, and execution with campus partners. (15%)
• Select, hire, train, and supervise Peer Educators in the execution of all It's On CWRU initiatives, including responsibility for implementing and reviewing evaluation data with them. (15%)
• Support the Associate Director of Research and Evaluation by conducting, assessing, or implementing academic research projects, specifically as they relate to violence prevention and gender equity. (10%)
• Provide general support for Mather Center, including attendance at required university and community events. Participate in collaborations with partner offices. Represent the center at recruitment, orientation, and other major events. May present on Mather Center work at local, regional, and national conferences as requested. Participate in teambuilding and university professional development opportunities. (15%)
  
  
  

Nonessential Functions

Perform other duties as assigned (<1%)

CONTACTS

Department: Daily contact with Associate Director and Director of Violence Prevention and Response as well as other center staff for collaboration.

University: Daily contact with Student Affairs departments to support training on bystander intervention, safe sex, consent, healthy relationships, family support, and women's health to students, faculty, and staff. Collaborate with University Health and Counseling Services, Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards, the Office of Orientation and New Student Transitions, Office of Equity, Graduate Studies, Greek Life, Housing and Residence Life Services. Frequent contact with staff in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusive Engagement, Office of Multicultural Affairs, and the LGBT Center related to support in education and training.

External: Frequent contact with educators and clinicians at the Journey Center for Safety and Healing and other community partners (University Hospitals, PreTerm, Signature Health) to collaborate on bringing content and educational resources to campus. Occasional contact with alumni and community supporters to promote and market programs. Occasional contact with non-university vendors to plan special events such as Sexpopalooza and Sexual Assault Awareness Month.

Students: Daily contact with undergraduate, graduate, and professional students at the university and its affiliates (Cleveland Institute of Art, Cleveland Institute of Music, Lerner, Kent State University Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, etc.) to collaborate on training requests and develop resources, training, and educational materials related to prevention of sexual assault and gender-based violence. Provide advice and options for students seeking information on reproductive health.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

Responsible for supervision of student peer educators.

Qualifications

Experience: 1 year or more of progressively responsible professional experience required.

Education/Licensing: Bachelor's degree in education, public health, social work, counseling, women and gender studies, or similar field required. Master's degree preferred. Sex educator certification from an accredited program preferred.

Required Skills

• Ability to plan and successfully administer educational workshops and trainings.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups of individuals, including age, race, ethnicity, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic and educational background, and ability.
• Must be able to maintain a creative, positive, and inclusive work environment. Ability to create a welcoming environment marked by respect for others, where differences, inclusiveness, and diversity are valued and encouraged.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the role of gender in social relations in institutions.
• Ability to supervise students, student groups, facilitate group planning, and help resolve issues as needed.
• Ability to recruit, motivate, and organize community volunteers.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent time and project management skills.
• Must be self-motivated and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Willingness to take initiative and assist with general office tasks as needed.
• Ability to work under pressure in a very busy environment and to manage multiple assignments that overlap in time.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated history of successful support, education, and advocacy for all students, aligned with the values, mission, and messaging of the university, while adhering to the staff policy on conflict of commitment and interest.
• Ability to meet consistent attendance.
• Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
• Good working knowledge of Word, Excel, and other basic office software.
  
  
  

WORKING CONDITIONS

Fast paced office with multiple responsibilities. The employee must be willing and able to have a flexible schedule and occasionally work nights and weekends.

This position is eligible for hybrid work arrangement up to two remote days per week at the discretion of the department. New employees may begin a hybrid schedule upon approval from the supervisor, successful completion of an orientation period and signing the remote work checklist certification form.

In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity. Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation. Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.