OIE Program Assistant

UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES); United States; On-site; USD 54,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Retirement plans

Tuition remission for eligible depend-

Paid holidays and leave

Wellness programs

Job summary

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for a two year, full-time position in the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance. You will oversee prevention education initiatives addressing dating/domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and related resources for the campus community.

The role includes coordinating community response efforts, developing outreach materials, and expanding education programs while collaborating with diverse stakeholders across campus.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Title IX, the Clery Act, and VAWA and their campus implications.
• Understanding trauma-informed practices and needs of survivors.
• Experience with writing grant reports and creating graphics/social media content for promotion.

Responsibilities

• Administer a team for Coordinated Community Response (CCR) with internal/external partners.
• Lead CCR Team toward project execution: scope, plan, monitor, report.
• Develop social media marketing and print materials for program information.
• Strengthen student participation in responses to gender-based violence.
• Expand outreach and awareness programs on prevention of gender-based violence.

Skills

Title IX Knowledge

Clery Act & VAWA Knowledge

Trauma-informed practices

Grant writing

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, counseling, psychology, college student personnel, special education, or related field

Job description

Job Description Summary

Organization's Summary Statement: The Office of Institutional Equity (OIE) and Compliance at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore invites applications for a two year, full-time, grant-funded position. The position will oversee initiatives pertaining to prevention education to enhance existing programs and educate the campus community about dating/domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking, and related issues, and the resources and services available to victims/survivors.

Salary Range: $53,940 - $55,000

Benefits

• Health insurance, including multiple medical plan options for employees and dependents offered through the State of Maryland Employee Benefits Division.
• Prescription drug, dental, and flexible spending accounts, and vision coverage
• Retirement plans: mandatory enrollment in a state pension system or an Optional Retirement Plan with Fidelity or TIAA, Supplemental Retirement Accounts (TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide) with $600 annual state match, Life Insurance (state sponsored MetLife, USM sponsored MetLife Plan, life insurance and long-term disability insurance).
• Tuition remission benefits for eligible employees and, subject to USM policies, spouses and dependents at University System of Maryland institutions.
• Exempt positions start at 22 days annual per year, sick leave 15 days per year, personal leave 3 days per year), and paid holidays.
• Employee wellness and support resources and access to the State of Maryland wellness programs.

Responsibilities

• Administer a team for the coordinated community response (CCR) by working with Internal and External Memorandum of Understanding partners
• Coordinate and lead a Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) toward project(s) execution: 1.Develop project scopes and objectives involving all relevant stakeholders. 2.Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time within scope and within budget, develop a detailed project plan to track progress. 3.Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques. 4.Establish and maintain relationships with all stakeholders. 5.Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Social Media and Digital Creation: Develop and establish social media marketing and print materials to promote program information and resources to the campus community related to the grant and work from the OIE
• Outreach and Development: Strengthen student participation in the response to gender-based violence (sexual assault, dating violence, stalking, and domestic violence).
• Serve to expand existing outreach and awareness programming on prevention of gender-based violence, including the following: 1.Creation of a bystander intervention training for students. 2. Improve existing training for university police and other support services about how to respond effectively to occurrences of gender-based violence on campus. 3. Increase effectiveness in reaching underserved populations, namely nontraditional students, transfer students, international students, students of color, and veteran students; and improving accessibility by insuring that newly developed and education/outreach materials are ADA compliant.
• Coordinate and lead culturally relevant prevention education efforts related to sexual violence.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Physical Demands

• May require extended periods of standing, bending, stooping, sitting at desk.
• May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
• Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in higher education administration, counseling, psychology, college student personnel, special education, or other fields related to the delivery of services to a university student population, from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years experience working with college students, prevention education, and leadership. Experience with writing grant reports. Experience creating graphics and social media content for marketing and promotion.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Knowledge of Title IX, the Clery Act, and VAWA (Violence Against Women Act), including their implications for campus prevention, reporting, and response efforts.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and the needs of individuals affected by sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking.
• Knowledge of prevention education theory and best practices, including public health models of primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention.
• Skill in writing grants reports.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and exercise sound judgment.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with integrity.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.

Application Materials

Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and a list of names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Regular Salary Range

$53,940 - $55,000

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website!

The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University.

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.