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Weber State University

Community Leader Fellow

Weber State University, Ogden, Utah, United States, 84403

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WSU's Commitment to Equal Opportunity

Weber State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment welcoming to all individuals. We strive to create a culture where everyone feels valued and appreciated. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected categories, such as disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, religion, national origin, veterans status, or others, as required by law and university policy (see Weber State University's Policy and Procedure Manual 3-32).

Position Information

Position Title Community Leader Fellow

Requisition Number H01228P

Position Category Hourly/Work Study

Campus Location Community Education Center - Ogden, UT

Hours per week 10

Months per year 8

Alternate work schedule

Pay Grade

Salary

Hourly Pay Rate $17 - $18

FLSA

Job Summary/Basic Function

Community Leader Fellows know their neighborhood in East Central Ogden. They care about their neighbors and want to help their neighborhoods become their best as they build their own community organizing abilities. Fellows participate in a eight-month training program which includes the completion of a community organizing project and participation in a group community project. During the training fellows are given numerous opportunities to gain knowledge, skills and connections to make real and lasting change in their own nieghborhoods. This fellowship is paid $17 - $17.50 per hour for 10 hours per week during the training.

Second year fellows are paid $17.50 - $18 per hour for 5 to 10 hours per week.

**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.

Required Qualifications

Must live in or near the East Central Neighborhood of Ogden, UT (20th to 30th Streets, Washington to Harrison Blvds). There are no education requirements for this position. 3 - 5 years experience in the East Central Neighborhood and familiarity with the concerns faced by most residents. Able to speak English fluently. Able to communicate clearly and professionally in oral and written formats. Organized, dependable, and accountable for your work. Committed to complete the 8-month Community Leaders training.

Willing to participate in yearly check-ins to track community leadership engagement and long-term effects of the fellowship.

Second year fellows will complete additional training in Design and Systems Thinking and Asset Based Community Development at their own pace

Preferred Qualifications

Speak a second language relevant to the East Central Neighborhood. Experience building connections with neighbors. Excellent interpersonal skills, motivational skills, organizational skills, facilitation skills and attention to detail.

Background Check? No

Posting Detail Information

Job Open Date 04/28/2025

Review Date 04/30/2025

Job Close Date 04/28/2026

Open Until Filled

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/14270

Notes to Applicant

To apply, complete the online application and attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three references.

Due to the Affordable Care Act (ACA), individuals who have worked in a salaried capacity for Weber State University are ineligible to be hired as an hourly or adjunct employee at Weber State for six months.

If you are hired, please keep in mind that you will need to complete the appropriate payroll and HR documents prior to beginning work.

**This is a pooled position. Applicants are selected from the pool as positions become available. After a period of time the pool will expire and applicants will be notified.