Discussion Facilitator for Stubblefield Institute

PeopleAdmin, Inc.; Shepherdstown, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Part time

Job summary

Shepherd University invites applications for a Discussion Facilitator for the Stubblefield Institute. Facilitators lead respectful conversations, with training and ongoing support, and may work in person or online on an irregular, event-by-event basis. Compensation is based on event length and staffing needs.

Successful candidates will be enrolled part-time at Shepherd University and committed to professional conduct, confidentiality, and effective group management across sessions.

Qualifications

• Enrolled part-time at Shepherd University.
• Ability to lead discussions in person or online.
• Maintain confidentiality and show professional conduct.
• Supportive of group dialogue with neutral stance.

Responsibilities

• Attend provided training and review materials.
• Greet participants and orient them to ground rules and goals.
• Facilitate discussions and encourage participation from all members.
• Record key ideas and outcomes when required.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all interactions.

Skills

Facilitation

Public speaking

Active listening

Education

Enrolled part-time at Shepherd University

Job description

Discussion Facilitator for Stubblefield Institute

Working Title Discussion Facilitator for Stubblefield Institute

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Advertised Pay Rate

Advertised Pay Rate Stipend

Position Status

Position Status Regular Student Employment

Department

Department Student Emp Stubblefield Institute

Job Summary/Basic Function

Position Summary

Discussion Facilitators help create respectful and productive group conversations. Facilitators receive training and ongoing support to develop their skills through practice and experience. Different events may require different facilitation approaches, and training, supervision, and resources will be provided accordingly.

Facilitators may lead discussions in person or online and are engaged on an irregular, event-by-event basis. Compensation is determined by the length of each event and the staffing requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-event Preparation

• Attend provided training.
• Review pre-conversation materials before each discussion.

Facilitate group

• Assist with setting up and cleaning up group discussion space.
• Greet and orient participants.
• Assist group with setting conversation ground-rules and defined goals.
• Encourage participation from all group members.
• Maintain a neutral role when appropriate, focusing on supporting the conversation rather than sharing personal opinions.
• Use facilitation techniques such as asking open-ended questions, encouraging turn-taking, and managing group dynamics.
• Keep discussions focused, productive, and moving toward their objectives.

Document Discussion Outcomes

• Record key ideas, themes, and outcomes when required.
• Capture notes using tools such as whiteboards, flip charts, shared documents, or on-screen note-taking platforms.
• Provide accurate documentation of discussion results for goal-oriented events.

Maintain Professionalism and Confidentiality

• Treat all participants respectfully during and after events.
• Refrain from gossip or discussions that could compromise participants’ trust.
• Maintain confidentiality of discussions and participant information when required.
• Represent the organization professionally in all interactions.

Minimum Qualifications

Enrolled at least part-time at Shepherd University

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/22/2026

Close Date

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VISIT

301 N KING ST, SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443

MAIL

P.O. BOX 5000, SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV 25443