What are the responsibilities and job description for the College Fellow for Civics position at Endicott College?
We are located approximately 20 miles north of Boston and parking is free. We are also accessible by commuter rail on the Newburyport/Rockport line. Come and explore Endicott’s seaside locale where employees are an important part of the bustling campus community!
Please apply today if this opportunity looks like the right fit for you.
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25% of Time: Academic Programming & Development:
Collaborate with academic leadership to design and implement programming integrating civic engagement into the College’s educational offerings. This includes developing courses, workshops, and co-curricular activities that encourage student involvement in civic life.
25% of Time: Speaker Programs & President's Office Liaison:
Work closely with the President's Office to coordinate high-profile speaker series and events. These events will bring prominent civic leaders, scholars, and thought leaders to campus, fostering civil discourse and community dialogue.
25% of Time: Civic Participation & Career Opportunities:
Partner with the Community Service and Career & Internship Centers to develop hands-on civic participation opportunities for students. These opportunities include internships, service-learning projects, and community-based initiatives that engage students with local and national civic issues.
25% of Time: Fundraising & Advisory Board Development:
Liaise with the Institutional Advancement department to develop fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, and establish an advisory board composed of civic-minded leaders, alumni, and philanthropists. Other duties will arise as needed.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required, Master’s degree or higher in relevant field (e.g., Public Policy, Political Science, Social Work, Education, or a related discipline) preferred.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in civic engagement, community organizing, or higher education, or a related discipline is required.
- Strong organizational and leadership skills, with the ability to work cross-departmentally.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience in event planning, fundraising, and donor relations is a plus.
- Passion for fostering civic responsibility and engagement among students, faculty, and the community.
- Proven ability to work with diverse groups of stakeholders, including students, faculty, community leaders, and policymakers.
- Demonstrated commitment to social justice, civic participation, and community development.
