What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Program Director, Wellness and Community Engagement position at The George Washington University?

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary :

Established in 1865, The George Washington University Law School is the oldest law school in Washington, DC. The school is accredited by the American Bar Association and is a charter member of the Association of American Law Schools. The law school is located on the GW campus in the downtown neighborhood familiarly known as Foggy Bottom.

The Associate Program Director, Wellness and Community Engagement is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive wellness programs and initiatives aimed at supporting the mental, emotional, and physical well-being of law students. The role involves collaborating with various stakeholders to create a positive and healthy environment conducive to academic success and personal development within the law school community.

Program Development and Implementation :

Design, develop, and implement wellness programs, workshops, and events tailored to address the unique stressors and challenges faced by law students. This includes Wellness Week and other programming throughout the semester for the Inns of Court program Wellness or Cultural Competency credits.
Collaborate with mental health professionals, wellness experts, and student organizations to create a diverse range of initiatives promoting stress management, mindfulness, work-life balance, and overall well-being.
Collaborate with other student-facing departments (Records and Registration, Clinics, Career Services, and Field Placement Office) to ensure the sharing of relevant information to ensure student success.
Act as subject matter expert for student wellness, accessibility, and inclusion on law school campus;
Serve as a point of contact for students to access various University support services such as the GW Student Health Center and the Resilience and Wellbeing Center, and acts as a liaison to connect students with external professional counseling services as appropriate.
Develop metrics and tools to assess the effectiveness of wellness programs and initiatives.
Collect and analyze data related to wellness program participation, feedback, and outcomes to make informed improvements and adjustments.

Student Academic and Personal Advising :

Serve as academic advisor for an Inn of Court, supporting approximately 300 JD students throughout their law school journey.

Provide guidance on academic counseling, course selection, registration, graduation requirements, and co-curricular activities.

Act as the principal advisor for graduate (LLM and MSL) students regarding personal and academic challenges.

Serve as the point of contact for connecting students with University and external resources, such as Colonial Health and professional counseling services.

Community Engagement and Student Organizations :

Collaborate with the Student Bar Association (SBA) and student organizations to foster community through events, programs, and initiatives promoting wellness, inclusion, and diversity.

Develop and oversee leadership training for student organization leaders in coordination with University Student Affairs.

Serve as a liaison for student programming ideas, working closely with the SBA and Gavel Club to address student needs.

Provide ongoing mentorship and support to student organization leaders, assisting with complex issues and conflicts that may arise within or across student groups.

Metrics and Evaluation :

Develop tools and metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of wellness and engagement programs in enhancing student well-being, sense of belonging, and retention.

Conduct post-event evaluations and gather feedback for continuous improvement.

Performs other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications :

Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor’s degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 5 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study plus 3 years of relevant professional experience. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses / Certifications / Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

JD preferred. A doctorate or Master’s degree in higher education administration, counseling, education, or a related field will also be considered.

Extremely organized, with demonstrated good judgment and outstanding communication skills.

Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.

Project management skills and the ability to work independently and with a variety of constituents, establish priorities, manage shifting priorities, and handle numerous time-sensitive projects with multiple deadlines.

Excellent writing skills, creative programming skills, and ability to assess results and impact.

Counseling skills and professionalism with a client service focus.

Experience in developing and implementing training curriculum and educational tools.

Excellent interpersonal skills, including demonstrated experience presenting to groups of various sizes.

Ability to accomplish goals working through formal and informal channels, with diplomacy and tactfulness.

Demonstrated problem-solving, critical analysis, initiative, judgment, and decision-making skills.

Knowledge of a graduate study environment with a particular focus on law students and law practice preferred.

Ability to work effectively with and encourage collaboration among individuals and groups from a variety of cultures and backgrounds.

Demonstrated ability to envision, identify, develop, and implement systems, policies, training, and programs to champion a healthy and inclusive law school community.

Hiring Range

80,927.47 - $111,231.23

GW Staff Approach to Pay

How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

Healthcare Benefits

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit

https : / / hr.gwu.edu / benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location :

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College / School / Department :

GW Law School (LAW)

Family

Academic Affairs

Sub-Family

Program Administration

Stream

Individual Contributor

Level

Level 3

Full-Time / Part-Time :

Full-Time

Hours Per Week : Work Schedule :

Monday - Friday, typically 8am - 5pm

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Employee Onsite Status

Hybrid

Telework :

Required Background Check :

Criminal History Screening, Education / Degree / Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants :

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

Posting Number : S013536

Job Open Date : 01 / 16 / 2025

Job Close Date : 01 / 19 / 2025

If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until :

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement :

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Salary : $80,927 - $111,231

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