Liberations Scholars Program Coordinator

George Fox University's The Liberation Scholars Program is seeking a motivated and collaborative individual to support first-generation college-bound students, particularly within Latinx communities. The ideal candidate will have a strong network in local high schools and experience in student support, marketing, and recruitment. Working alongside the Program Director, the Program Coordinator will help develop co-curricular programming, build community partnerships, and create opportunities for college prep and civic engagement.

About the Job:

Liberation Scholars Program introduces intellectually curious Latinx high school students to the humanities, college life, and civic engagement. Students participate in a two-week summer experience on the George Fox University campus, where they read, write, and discuss transformative texts from ancient Greek philosophers to contemporary Latinx thinkers. The program also supports the students on their journey to college during the following academic year with activities like essay workshops and college readiness resources.

George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Professors teach all truth as God's truth, integrating all fields of learning around the person and work of Jesus Christ, bringing the divine revelations through sense, reason, and intuition to the confirming test of Scripture. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Executing grant directives of promoting college access, humanities education, and civic service among underserved high school populations.
  • Defining and documenting program procedures according to direction given by Grant PI.
  • Maintaining centralized documentation for all program activities.
  • Assisting the Program Director with communication and event planning within the GFU campus community and with outside vendors as needed
• Finding and recruiting eligible students to attend the program
  • Identifying target market populations of eligible students
  • Networking with local high schools to promote the program
  • Collaborating with GFU Marketing Communications and Admissions offices to produce promotional materials and carry out activities like school visits
• Developing and managing the academic year program, supporting eligible students in the college application process throughout the academic year.
  • Developing field trips, activities, and workshops related to program focus areas.
  • Providing students with education and training on the college application process and college readiness, directly or through vendors.
  • Working with University peer student mentors to provide support to high school students throughout the school year.
• Identifying key partnerships in local communities for participating students to develop community engagements and service opportunities.
• Communicating effectively and courteously with others, including employees, students, and the public, in a spirit of teamwork, respect and customer service.
• By actions, words, and lifestyle, be a Christian role model to students, whether through casual contact or in a formal supervisory role.
• Demonstrated experience working cross culturally with respect, appreciation and humility.
• Other duties as assigned.

We're looking for candidates who have:

• A bachelor's degree.
• Competence with Excel and the Google Office Suite
• The ability to generate ideas and take initiative, strong planning and organizational skills
• A commitment to humanities education and the success of first-generation and marginalized students.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States. This position does not offer visa sponsorship; therefore, only applicants who do not require sponsorship for employment visas, now or at any point in the future, should apply.
• A commitment to the University's Theology of Racial and Ethnic Diversity.
• A desire to work with a diverse community of students and employees who represent various cultures, backgrounds, abilities, ethnicities, political views, and expressions of Christian faith.
• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.

Preference Will be Given to Those Who Have the Following Attributes:

• Spanish literacy and fluency.
• Experience (personal or professional) in bilingual education, first-generation student support, or community organizing.
• Experience with program development and cross-institutional collaboration.

Job information:

• Hours Per Week: 5 - 10 hours
• Duration: This is a limited-term position and will conclude June 30, 2027
• Primary Work Location: Newberg Campus
• Working Conditions: Physical requirements are those of a normal office environment.
• Supervisor: Dana Robinson, Principal Investigator & Program Director, Liberation Scholars

George Fox University has been transforming student's lives for over 125 years. We are a Christ-centered community that prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in creating transformational experiences for our students.

Being a part of our community means a commitment to faith and to a lifestyle that is consistent with the university's mission as described in the Statement of Faith and Community Lifestyle Statement on our website.

As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University is an institution that values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented in our community.

What is most appealing about working at George Fox University?

Faith-friendly: Our culture is unique for higher education. At George Fox you can pursue academic excellence while integrating scriptures, praying with staff members and students at work, and helping to make an impact on the world in a way that promotes Christian values.

Unapologetically Christian: As a university, we have an enduring commitment to Christ, his kingdom and the truth of God's Word.

Live out your calling: You are able to use your God-given talents and abilities while having a profound influence on students as they deepen their relationship with Jesus Christ.

Equip students for kingdom work: You can be a part of helping students discover their callings, at which they will be able to glorify the kingdom of God just as they have seen you do.

For your personal well-being we offer:

• A strong Christian vision and mission-led organization with opportunities for your growth and contributions.
• Wonderful Christian peers and a vibrant student population.
• A beautiful and peaceful campus environment with areas to walk and coffee shops and restaurants close by.
• Free Fitness Center membership.
• Free parking.

Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this website

• When completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Letter of Interest and Curriculum Vitae or Resume:
  
  • Letter of Interest
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) or Resume
  • Other supporting materials may be requested at a later stage of the review process.
• Interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately as review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We invite you to Be Known at Oregon's largest private and nationally recognized Christian University!

**This position is subject to close at any time, regardless of the date on the posting.
**Have questions or need assistance with our application process? Contact Georgefoxcareers@georgefox.edu

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

The university is an equal-opportunity employer. Every employee has the right to work in surroundings free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to make decisions about applicants and employees without regard to sex, age, race, color, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status to the extent prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal law. This prohibition applies not only to the recruiting and hiring process but to all facets of the employment relationship, including promotion, pay, training, classification, performance reviews, discipline, and termination.

George Fox is owned by the Northwest Yearly Meeting of Friends Church and its mission is distinctly Christian. Employees are required to agree with and abide by the university's faith statement and its statement of community responsibilities. Within the context of this agreement and commitment, employment opportunities are otherwise available to all persons on the basis of their experience and skills.

In the recruiting process, the university may make special effort to solicit applicants from underrepresented groups. This is done as an affirmative step to increase the representation of these populations in the university's workforce to better match their availability in the labor market. Hiring decisions are based on the applicants' qualifications as they relate to the needs of the position.

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