Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration:open to the public

Employment Status: full time, temporary

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Grade 8, Steps 1-4

Salary Range:  $48,993-$54,626

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: Van Ness Campus, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The Assessment and Volunteer Coordinator for the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) will coordinate the college’s assessment and volunteer programs, analyze their impact, and assess other impact data relevant to the outreach and community education work of CAUSES. The Coordinator works closely with and reports directly to the Administrative Specialist for Data Management and Assessment and will be an integral part of the Operations team within the college.  Responsibilities include involvement in all facets of the assessment process from inception through to implementing change, data research, data collection, compilation of data and data analysis for preparation of reports, presentations, speeches etc.  These responsibilities are in direct alignment with the college’s focus on the continuous improvement. In addition, the incumbent will serve as the point of contact for the volunteer database and aid in the development of an eminent volunteer program. The incumbent is expected to perform assigned duties with a high degree of independence, professionalism, initiative and efficiency, exercising good judgment and paying close attention to detail. The incumbent must be an excellent communicator both verbally and in writing and must be familiar with statistical packaging tools such as Microsoft Excel, SPSS, SAS, and/or STATA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Collaborates closely with the Administrative Specialist for Data Management and Assessment, Directors, Assistant Directors and staff of the Landgrant Centers and faculty members in the Academic Programs of CAUSES to recognize the unique assessment needs of each Center/Department.
2. Develops and disseminates qualitative and quantitative tools for data collection of Landgrant and Academic programs.
3. Codes and analyzes data, reports and interprets findings, formulates recommendations and devises reports based on collected qualitative and quantitative data to present to a diverse array of constituents.
4. Works closely with the Administrative Specialist for Data Management and Assessment in University wide assessment initiatives.
5. Assists in the development of a robust and mature assessment cycle for each Landgrant Center: Center for Sustainable Development (CSD), Center for Urban Agriculture and Gardening Education (CUAGE), Center for Nutrition, Diet, and Health (CNDH), and the Center for 4-H and Youth Development (4-H).
6. Coordinates the Volunteer program and database including data entry and volunteer planning.
7. Provides research assistance for CAUSES research, outreach, and community education projects as directed by the Administrative Specialist for Data Management and Assessment.
8. Prepares research results for inclusion in informational materials, speeches, presentations and workshops to local, regional, national and international audiences.
9. Serves as an informational source for research and education activities for the Academic and Landgrant programs of CAUSES for students, faculty, administrators and the community at large.
10. Interfaces with CAUSES program, operational, and academic staff as well as relevant UDC offices to ensure that work is conducted in a strategic, effective and efficient manner.
11. Performs other relevant duties as assigned.
 

Required Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree in Humanities, Social Sciences, Statistics, or relevant field. Master’s degree preferred.
2. At least three years of related experience

Information to Applicant

Condition of Employment:  This is a sponsored program appointment. The duration of this appointment is subject to grant fund availability.   

Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business,  or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.