Part-Time Community Programming Assistants

Penn State Lady Lions; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State invites applications for a Community Programming Assistant to support the Restorative Justice Initiative (RJI). The role emphasizes justice education, strong ties to communities, and flexible engagement across campus events.

The ideal candidate will have expertise in restorative justice, community engagement, and lived experience with incarceration, enabling meaningful programming and outreach.

Qualifications

• Expertise in restorative justice and community engagement.
• Lived experience with incarceration is valued or beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist with program planning and public-facing events.
• Provide public speaking and workshop support as needed.
• Deliver creative activities for participants and communities.
• Support networking and outreach initiatives across campus and partner organizations.

Skills

Restorative justice

Community engagement

Public speaking

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Restorative Justice Initiative (RJI) needs support with various community-based programs and events. The Community Programming Assistants will bring a commitment to justice education, strong ties to relevant communities, and flexibility to the role.

Duties include- assisting with program planning, public speaking, creative activities, and/or community networking as needed. The ideal candidate for the role will have expertise in restorative justice, community engagement, and lived experience with incarceration.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

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