University of Colorado - Boulder, CO
posted 3 months ago
The Program Manager for Experiential Service Learning at the University of Colorado Boulder plays a pivotal role in enhancing student academic success through community engagement and service learning. This position is housed within the Volunteer Resource Center (VRC) and is responsible for providing professional-level program direction and advising to service learning trip participants and leaders. The Program Manager leads a quality, experiential, student leadership program that emphasizes critical service learning as an outcome of participation. The role involves managing year-round service learning programs, ensuring that they align with the division's mission to support student success by creating inclusive environments that address the diverse needs of students. The Program Manager's responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities, including student advising, coaching, supervision, program development, community engagement, training development and facilitation, recruitment, and retention of student leaders and participants. The position requires meticulous attention to detail and the ability to serve as an advisor and problem-solver. The Program Manager is expected to demonstrate energy and dedication to social justice and civic engagement work, and to be available on-call to support student and staff-led experiences throughout the academic year. This role is part of a dynamic team and reports to the Assistant Director of Service Learning in the VRC. In addition to program management, the Program Manager is responsible for curriculum and training design, logistics management, fiscal oversight, supervision of student leaders, partnership development, and evaluation and assessment of experiential service-learning programs. The position requires collaboration with faculty and academic advisors to enhance learning outcomes and promote critical reflection, as well as the development of comprehensive training programs for student leaders and trip advisors. The Program Manager will also manage the budget for experiential service-learning programs, ensuring compliance with financial policies and procedures, and will cultivate relationships with community partners to identify service opportunities.