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Program Engagement Coordinator, Law School, DEAL

Wayne State University is searching for an experiencedProgram Engagement Coordinator, Law School, DEALat its Detroit campus location.

Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.

Essential functions (job duties):

The Detroit Equity Action Lab (DEAL) is an initiative of the Damon J. Keith Center for Civil Rights in Wayne State University’s Law School.

The Program Engagement Coordinator is responsible for serving as the liaison between the Detroit Equity Action Lab’s (DEAL) fellows and their organizations, DEAL network, Detroiters, and other key stakeholders. This position will facilitate information sharing and gathering. They will co-design and plan fellowship events and be an active participant on DEAL’s Design Team. The Coordinator reports to the Manager, Fellowship Program.

Develop, plan, and support DEAL fellowship and network social and special events. Coordinate event logistics for in person and virtual monthly and optional fellowship sessions including venue, catering, tech, transporting supplies, on-site set-up, and tear down, and interface with guest presenters, facilitators, and subject matter experts.

Serve as a liaison between the Fellowship Program Manager and Director and the fellows and as the contact person for on and off-campus vendors. Manage and ensure accurate and timely communications with fellows through email, calendar invites, phone/texts, and Evite for monthly sessions and special events.

Initiate and maintain relationships with the DEAL fellows, DEAL network, Detroiters, Law School community, and other key stakeholders.

Attend and participate in monthly Design Team planning meetings and co-facilitate certain aspects of fellowship sessions.

Create and manage DEAL’s social calendar.

Create and maintain fellowship documents, order supplies, and manage storage room inventory.

Attend racial equity workshops and skill-building events and opportunities when appropriate.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education Associate's degree

Associate’s Degree in from an accredited university in Business Management, Business Administration, Communications or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Experience Experienced (minimum 2 years of job-related experience)

Proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

Two years’ experience working in higher education preferred.

Event planning experience is preferred.

Prior experience working with various social media platforms, Evite and Canva preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Effective communicator who asks questions, seeks guidance and support, and notifies the team about delays and roadblocks.

Ability to build cooperative, effective relationships, facilitate communication and understanding among varied groups and organizations.

Must be detail oriented.

Works well independently and with a team. Knows how to build trust and relationships.

Critical thinker who is observant and willing to take initiative.

Comfortable giving feedback to fellows, during session debriefs, and in1:1s with supervisor and the director.

Flexibility and creativity are ideal.

School/College/Division:

H07 - Law School

Primary department:

H0703 - Law Instruction Units

Employment type:

• Regular Employee

• Job type: Fractional Time

• Job category: Staff/Administrative

Funding/salary information:

• Compensation type: Hourly Wage

• Salary minimum: $20

• Salary hire maximum: $25

Working conditions:

• Office Environment. - Some weekend and evening hours based on business needs required.

Job openings:

• Number of openings: 1

Background check requirements:

University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Equal employment opportunity statement:

Wayne State University provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. The university encourages applications from women, people of color and other underrepresented people. Wayne State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.