Pepperdine University
Manager of Community Engagement and Service
Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, United States, 90263
Manager of Community Engagement and Service
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Pepperdine University The Manager of Community Engagement and Service is responsible for developing, growing, and administering the university’s community partnership and volunteer relationships with a broad variety of nonprofit organizations, churches, and community-serving agencies. In collaboration with the Director of Community Engagement and Service, this position is responsible for executing the Director’s strategic vision for service that engages the Pepperdine community with the university’s priority of loving God and loving neighbor. This position exists to support the work of Community Engagement and Service in providing programs that engage students, faculty, and staff in vibrant, consistent experiences of spiritual life and service. The Manager works to develop, create, and maintain a meaningful environment that fosters the university community’s awareness of service, stewardship, justice and sustainable change. This role also identifies and develops avenues for university employees to engage in community impact work. Bringing excellence to all aspects of work and providing exceptional service, this position works directly with multiple areas within the university. Serving as a central representative of Community Engagement and Service, the Manager employs professional and timely communication, initiative, hospitality, organization, and efficiency, and is directly responsible for timely administering events, programs, and routine processes. Duties In collaboration with the Director, execute the strategic vision for service engaging the Pepperdine community with the University's priority of loving God and loving neighbor with purpose, service, and leadership. Develop, plan, implement, and improve service programs that foster students' stewardship, justice, community engagement, and sustainable change skills. Meet regularly with nonprofit and campus partners to develop positive and collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders. Provide timely communications with nonprofit partners and colleagues on pertinent information impacting their areas. Manage office inquiries by phone and email; General administrative support to the Office. Maintain, prioritize, and administer high-level project and task management to monitor partnerships and initiatives to successful completion; Co-develop priorities and goals of Community Engagement and Service, and communicate priorities to department, university stakeholders, and community partners in a timely and efficient manner. Serve as a representative of Community Engagement and Service and the Hub for Spiritual Life within and outside of the university, including: communicate on behalf of the university professionally regarding nonprofit, partnership, or volunteer inquiries. Provide assistance to the Director of Community Engagement and Service, including: implementation of events, projects, reports, and communications; Benchmark and research best practices for continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Uphold University mission through work performed. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Two years of professional or educational experience with one year of experience in the nonprofit sector, faith-based higher education, or a related field. Passionate commitment to Pepperdine University and its mission, vision, values, and goals. Commitment to the highest ethical standards, with personal and professional character and integrity beyond reproach. Exceptional aptitude for customer service. Appropriate sense of urgency and responsiveness. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Collaborative approach to work with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with a variety of personalities and work styles. Exceptional project management, organization, planning, and time management skills. Excellent oral communication skills. Superior written communication. Superior attention to detail. Ability to quickly learn new processes and procedures and adapt to assignment changes. Creative and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving. High levels of initiative and a proactive approach to work. Commitment to excellence in every aspect of work. Joyful and optimistic demeanor. Familiarity and knowledge of Google suite, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). General office familiarity with printers, scanners, copiers, phone systems, fax machines, etc. Preferred Three years of professional or educational experience in student development, nonprofit leadership, or a related field. Familiarity with Pepperdine University. Experience or background in faith-based higher education. Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to diversity, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds. Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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Manager of Community Engagement and Service
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Pepperdine University The Manager of Community Engagement and Service is responsible for developing, growing, and administering the university’s community partnership and volunteer relationships with a broad variety of nonprofit organizations, churches, and community-serving agencies. In collaboration with the Director of Community Engagement and Service, this position is responsible for executing the Director’s strategic vision for service that engages the Pepperdine community with the university’s priority of loving God and loving neighbor. This position exists to support the work of Community Engagement and Service in providing programs that engage students, faculty, and staff in vibrant, consistent experiences of spiritual life and service. The Manager works to develop, create, and maintain a meaningful environment that fosters the university community’s awareness of service, stewardship, justice and sustainable change. This role also identifies and develops avenues for university employees to engage in community impact work. Bringing excellence to all aspects of work and providing exceptional service, this position works directly with multiple areas within the university. Serving as a central representative of Community Engagement and Service, the Manager employs professional and timely communication, initiative, hospitality, organization, and efficiency, and is directly responsible for timely administering events, programs, and routine processes. Duties In collaboration with the Director, execute the strategic vision for service engaging the Pepperdine community with the University's priority of loving God and loving neighbor with purpose, service, and leadership. Develop, plan, implement, and improve service programs that foster students' stewardship, justice, community engagement, and sustainable change skills. Meet regularly with nonprofit and campus partners to develop positive and collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders. Provide timely communications with nonprofit partners and colleagues on pertinent information impacting their areas. Manage office inquiries by phone and email; General administrative support to the Office. Maintain, prioritize, and administer high-level project and task management to monitor partnerships and initiatives to successful completion; Co-develop priorities and goals of Community Engagement and Service, and communicate priorities to department, university stakeholders, and community partners in a timely and efficient manner. Serve as a representative of Community Engagement and Service and the Hub for Spiritual Life within and outside of the university, including: communicate on behalf of the university professionally regarding nonprofit, partnership, or volunteer inquiries. Provide assistance to the Director of Community Engagement and Service, including: implementation of events, projects, reports, and communications; Benchmark and research best practices for continuous improvement. Perform other duties as assigned. Uphold University mission through work performed. Required Skills and Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Two years of professional or educational experience with one year of experience in the nonprofit sector, faith-based higher education, or a related field. Passionate commitment to Pepperdine University and its mission, vision, values, and goals. Commitment to the highest ethical standards, with personal and professional character and integrity beyond reproach. Exceptional aptitude for customer service. Appropriate sense of urgency and responsiveness. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Collaborative approach to work with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with a variety of personalities and work styles. Exceptional project management, organization, planning, and time management skills. Excellent oral communication skills. Superior written communication. Superior attention to detail. Ability to quickly learn new processes and procedures and adapt to assignment changes. Creative and solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving. High levels of initiative and a proactive approach to work. Commitment to excellence in every aspect of work. Joyful and optimistic demeanor. Familiarity and knowledge of Google suite, Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). General office familiarity with printers, scanners, copiers, phone systems, fax machines, etc. Preferred Three years of professional or educational experience in student development, nonprofit leadership, or a related field. Familiarity with Pepperdine University. Experience or background in faith-based higher education. Qualified individuals should be able to articulate a strong commitment to diversity, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds. Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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