Off-Campus Specialist

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Job Title:

Off-Campus Specialist

Department:

Student Life | Willie J. Young, Sr. Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement

As part of Student Life's Off-Campus Residential Experience team within Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement, the Off-Campus Specialist reports to the Off-Campus Residential Experience Manager and align their work and all community outreach and engagement with the educational priority and learning goals of the off-campus and commuter curriculum to support all Ohio State University students and to strategically engage as a key influencer in the off-campus residential experience; co-manages the daily operations of the Community Ambassador Program, focused on community outreach and engagement efforts, while executing all educational and programming initiatives; helps identify and tracking of key performance indicators to direct the strategic plan which will require implementation of effective strategic planning, data collection and analysis, effective community outreach and engagement strategies, building off the foundation of the off-campus and commuter curriculum; utilizes instructional design concepts, clearly defined learning goals and outcomes, innovative research, assessment collection and analysis, etc. to address 1) educational opportunities throughout a student's full college experience and beyond 2) community trends, legislation and crime statistics 3) housing market trends in a metropolitan area and 4) challenges facing the community; identifies the needs of the community and utilizes a strategic and proactive approach to program planning for community oriented solutions; leverages relationships with university, city and community agencies/officials to address the University District and Columbus community needs; contributing to grant management and revenue generation to raise funds that support student and community success; contributes to the assessment, growth and effectiveness of programs to inform our work, report out to leadership, and to keep our stakeholders informed; works intentionally across the organization and portfolio to ensure the highest level of service and support for all student and stakeholder populations. Will manage 10-15 graduate and undergraduate student employees.

Key Stakeholder Groups You Will Work With (this is not an exhaustive list):

• University entities (i.e. First Year Experience, Student Life organizations, Public Safety, Office of International Affairs, Faculty, Academic Advisors)
• Student groups (i.e. Undergraduate Student Government, STEP cohorts, registered student organizations)
• City agencies (i.e. Columbus Police Department, City Code Enforcement, Keep Columbus Beautiful, Department of Neighborhoods, Department of Parking Services)
• Community agencies (i.e. University District Organization, Student Legal Services, University Area Commission, Campus Parc, local businesses)

Career Roadmap Designation

Function: Business Planning and Operations

Sub Function: Community Outreach

Career Level: S3

Additional Information:

The Office of Student Life Mission:

The Office of Student Life fosters students' development, learning, well-being and sense of belonging; empowers students to achieve their academic, personal and professional goals; and prepares students to be engaged in a global society.

Department Overview:

As part of Student Life's Residential Experience portfolio, Willie J. Young, Sr. Off-Campus and Commuter Student Engagement's mission is to serve off-campus and commuter students by collaborating with stakeholders and providing opportunities to foster involvement, civic engagement, and student success as students engage, learn and thrive on and off-campus. Our goal is to cultivate a community of professionals with diverse skills, experiences and backgrounds who actively collaborate to support the mission of The Ohio State University. We are committed to the personal and professional growth of individuals as they achieve their highest potential and support others along the way. As student, stakeholder and community needs continuously evolve and change, our employees are flexible, innovative, and adept problem-solvers.

Department Values:

• Trust

• Respect

• Innovation

• Failing forward

• Continuous learning & development

• Transparency

• Having fun!

Required: Bachelor's degree; minimum 4 years of relevant experience; minimum 2 years of experience developing learning materials and/or educational programming to fit the needs of diverse populations; demonstrated ability of successful collaborations and relationship building; demonstrated ability to work effectively and accomplish work both autonomously and collaboratively; strong analytical, written, and verbal communication and conflict resolution skills.

Who Will Thrive

Individuals who:

• Are solutions-oriented

• Work effectively autonomously and collaboratively

• Maximize their time and are administratively strong

• Are not afraid to fail forward

• Appreciate and demonstrate transparency

• Are invested and thrive in an ever-evolving environment

• Effectively foster and leverage partnerships internally and externally

• Are life-long learners

• Value diverse perspectives and experiences and are excited to work on a collaborative and supportive team who will challenge one another

What You'll Get

On top of a competitive salary, The Ohio State University has a wide range of comprehensive benefit programs that make our total rewards package one of the best you'll find!

Some highlights:

• Comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage starting your first day

• A 14% match for retirement

• Sick and vacation leave accruals plus 11 paid holidays

• Parental leave opportunities starting day one

• Tuition reimbursement for any level of degree you choose to get at Ohio State

• Short-term and long-term disability benefits

• Reduced prices for businesses around Columbus, including OSU's award-winning gym facilities

• $500 per year to spend on your own health and wellness

For more information, check our benefits website here: https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/

Pay Range: $58,700-$77,200/annually.

There are multiple openings available.

Location:

Ohio Union (0161)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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