Posting Detail Information

Working TitleHABIC Community Engagement Coordinator

Position LocationFort Collins, CO

Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work

Research Professional PositionNo

Posting Number202400639AP

Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional

Classification TitleProf/Indiv Contrib I

Number of Vacancies1

Work Hours/Week30-40

Proposed Annual Salary Range$52,000-$57,000

Employee Benefits

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Desired Start Date06/01/2024

Position End Date (if temporary)

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on05/05/2024

Description of Work Unit

Founded in 1870, Colorado State University is among the nation’s leading research universities and enrolls approximately 32,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. Located an hour north of the Denver metro area, Fort Collins is a vibrant community of approximately 157,000 residents that offers the convenience of a small town with all the amenities of a large city. Fort Collins is situated on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains with views of 14,000 foot peaks, and offers access to numerous cultural, recreational, and outdoor opportunities.

The School of Social Work at Colorado State University has made a continuous effort to develop and maintain a program that is responsive to three distinct, but related, interests:

• The profession of social work is represented by the Council on Social Work Education’s Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards.

• The human services agencies and clients in the state, the region, the nation, and the globe; and

• The land-grant oriented mission and goals of Colorado State University.

Position Summary

Human-Animal Bond in Colorado ( HABIC ) is a center in the Colorado State University’s School of Social Work sponsoring animal therapy programs, education, and research to explore and advance the benefits of the human-animal bond. The Community Outreach Coordinator will serve as a leader, using motivational and inspirational skill sets, for developing relationships with both volunteers and agency partners to join HABIC in our mission of Improving the quality of life for people of all ages through the therapeutic benefits of companion animals.

This position reports to the Director of HABIC . Candidates must be able to work a regular (full-time or part-time) schedule, with occasional evening and weekend hours as required.

Required Job Qualifications

• By start date, completed bachelor’s degree in business, education, social work, human development, or a related field.

• Minimum 2 years’ professional experience

• Demonstrated ability to maintain collaborative professional relationships.

• Demonstrated experience in volunteer coordination, including volunteer recruitment, volunteer placement, and volunteer recognition programs.

• Proven track record of excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and listening skills.

• Proven ability to work successfully with diverse populations and demonstrated commitment to promote and enhance diversity and inclusion.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Master’s degree

• Strong organizational skills

• Ability to work on multiple priorities

• Develop, track, and implement multiple projects simultaneously, and meet timelines.

• Experience working with others to create and/or implement guidelines, rules, and policies.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Volgistics volunteer database application

• Previous experience with human animal bond organizations.

Diversity Statement

Reflecting departmental and institutional values, candidates are expected to have the ability to advance the Department’s commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Essential Duties

Job Duty CategoryVolunteer Coordination

Duty/Responsibility

• Recruit volunteers through marketing outreach programs administered in collaboration with HABIC staff.

• Collaborate with HABICs animal trainer to arrange shadowing opportunities for teams in training to experience HABIC volunteering opportunities in person.

• Coordinate support for volunteers in new placements

• Maintain relationships with active volunteers to ensure volunteer satisfaction and continued engagement with HABIC

• Provide support and direction to enable volunteer committees to accomplish specific functions, such as evaluating volunteer skills and mentoring new volunteers.

Percentage Of Time35%

Job Duty CategoryPartner Agency Coordination

Duty/Responsibility

• Coordinate with partner agencies such as nursing homes and schools, to ensure HABIC volunteers are placed correctly for the fulfillment of our mission.

• Review new partner agency requests, tour new agencies, coordinate agency agreements, and manage waiting list.

• Maintain relationships with partner agency staff, forming strong working partnerships among a diverse group of organizations.

• Maintain accurate partner agency records using Volgistics.

Percentage Of Time35%

Job Duty CategoryEvents Coordination

Duty/Responsibility

• Coordinate HABIC human-animal interaction events program: plan schedule, recruit volunteers, manage events calendar, and oversee event assistants.

• Provide support for HABIC educational presentation events: collaborate with HABIC staff for scheduling and recruit volunteer teams as needed.

• Participate in community outreach events: assist in representing HABIC with information and resources about our mission and opportunities for volunteering.

Percentage Of Time30%

Application Details

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please address all of your qualifications in the cover letter.

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact.

To apply, please upload a cover letter that addresses the required and preferred job qualifications, a resume, and the contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates.

Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires)

Search ContactHelen Holmquist-Johnson: helen.holmquist-johnson@colostate.edu

EEO Statement

Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services.

The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu.

The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu.

Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) .

Background Check Policy Statement

Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so.

References Requested

References Requested

Minimum Requested3

Maximum Requested3

Supplemental Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter

• Resume or CV

Optional Documents