St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations.

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission. As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community. We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution. Our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.

Department: Vincentian Institute for Social Action

Specific Job Title: Assistant Director for Social Justice

Reports to : Director of Vincentian Service and Social Justice

Campus: Queens

Job Summary:

The Assistant Director for Social Justice has a strong academic and logistics background in the facilitation of social justice, reflection, and direction with young adults, directed through the Vincentian charism. The Assistant Director possesses a strong capacity to develop and implement action-oriented programs that assist students in recognizing and uncovering structures or patterns that continue to cause these inequities. The Assistant Director mut be able to lead a variety of justice activities, as well as have an ability to collaborate with internal and external groups, to help students develop these connections.

Essential Functions:

• Offer Social Justice programming and consciousness within university community and the Mission unit (i.e. Campus Ministry, V.I.S.A., etc.); Connect with student groups around campus for collaborative planning (i.e. SALT summit, CSMG, UN visits)
• Collaboration with offices at the University in the development of justice efforts (i.e. Office of Multicultural Affairs, Social Justice minor, ACEI, CRES, LGTBQ+ Center, etc.)
• Chair University Service Day
• Work with Coordinator Academic Service Learning to facilitate the effort
• Connect with both internal and external constituents to ensure participants are engaged and connected to this Vincentian Service effort;
• Assist with coordination of branch (global) campuses.
• Serve as mission representative on the CRS Global Campus Committee;
• Support the development of the Ozanam Scholars by supporting various workshops and activities consistent with the themes of social justice, Vincentian leadership, and scholarly research;
• Foster and develop post graduate service efforts, in collaboration with Career Services, VISA alumni, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Competencies:

This position requires:

• Knowledge and understanding of Vincentian values and reflection;
• Understanding of student development practice and leadership development.
• Knowledge and understanding of social justice issues and concerns, and a working knowledge of Catholic Relief Services;
• Demonstration of competencies in pastoral skills, relationship management, organizational skills, communication, and mentoring skills, with an ability to work collaboratively in working groups;

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not manage employees in the department

Work Environment:

This position operates in a professional office environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printers, etc. including a proficiency in Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint, Outlook; and an ability to learn and operate other programs such as Concur, Access, Banner, etc.

Physical Demands:

There are no physical demands required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30pm. This position can require longer-than-normal-work-day-hours, as well as, weekend work.

Travel:

Travel is primarily local and may include visits to the other NY campuses. Immersion trip travel can be domestic and/or international that is required.

Required Education and Experience:

This position requires:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field;
• Two years of experience in field of ministry (High School, College, Parish, etc.)
• Knowledge of programs, projects and efforts related, but not limited to, student development leadership, prayer, service, and social justice.

Preferred Education and Experience:

The preferred education and experience for this position is:

• Masters’ degree in related field;
• Three years of experience in field of ministry (High School, College, Parish, etc.)
• Experience in management of programs, projects and efforts related, but not limited to, student development leadership, prayer, service, and social justice.

Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• Must possess a driver’s license

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual salary range for this position is $58,500 . St. John’s University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

This position may be relocated to any of St. John’s University’s physical locations at any time.

St. John’s offers a competitive compensation program which is commensurate with your qualifications, experience, and contingent upon the departmental budget. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy St. John’s performing arts, libraries, bookstores, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education.

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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