Warren Wilson College is seeking an individual with social justice awareness, education, and experience to serve as the Warren Wilson College part-time Inside Out Program Coordinator. This is a 10-month position, projected to work 20-25 hours a week, following the academic year August through May. The Warren Wilson College Inside Out Program is a collaboration between Warren Wilson College and Western Correctional Center for Women. As part of the Inside Out Prison Exchange Program®, the program facilitates dialogue and education across profound social differences —through courses held inside prison involving students from a higher education setting and incarcerated students. Reporting to the Inside Out Program Director, this is a highly assistive position that focuses on enhancing the student experience.

OUR MISSION:

Warren Wilson College, rooted in liberal arts education, is committed to providing educational programs that prepare graduates to engage in groundbreaking scholarship and creative work; pursue meaningful careers with professionalism; and lead purposeful lives dedicated to fostering a just, equitable, and sustainable world. Toward that end, the College utilizes an innovative educational approach that intentionally integrates academics and experiential learning (through campus work and community engagement) for a rich, challenging student experience. Our students matriculate through deliberately scaffolded courses and signature capstone experiences that combine intellectual foundations with experiential skill development and problem solving. In that vein, Warren Wilson College is committed to fostering students' curiosity, empathy, and integrity by providing them with a variety of perspectives, mentors and role models.

To fulfill this mission, the College, through its Strategic Imperative for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), is embarking on institutional initiatives that infuse DEI into all aspects of its functioning. Specifically, the College is unwavering in our commitment to the dignity of all people – particularly those populations who have been both historically oppressed and continue to experience systemic oppression. While we value the breadth of diversity necessary for a rich campus culture, we also recognize the particular challenge and opportunity for growth and leadership around race, noting that such a focus necessarily intersects with deepening efforts around other aspects of identity.  We are committed to a culture of educational access and ensuring that students and employees from a diverse range of identities and experiences will thrive in this community. Fully living out this commitment involves incorporating DEI knowledge, skills, and practices in all academic programs and administrative capacities to advance inclusive excellence at all levels of the College. In alignment with our DEI commitment, we welcome and invite applicants who desire to, and possess the skills and experience to, advance this work.  We welcome applications from members of racial/ethnic underrepresented groups (e.g., BIPOC/people of the global majority) and individuals who have experience working with diverse student populations (e.g., racial/ethnic, income, immigration status, sexual orientation/gender identification, etc.). 

The ideal candidate will be a justice-involved individual, and will have evidence of strong advocacy skills for underrepresented populations. Please be advised this position does require the ability to work some evenings as needed for program requirements. This position requires the ability to travel between both sites. 

Interested individuals should read further to learn more about the qualifications and job responsibilities for this part-time 2-year grant-funded non-exempt position with possibility for renewal. Applicants are required to submit a resume and cover letter, which includes your experience working with a diverse range of identities and experiences including, but not limited to, previous DEI training or initiatives. All applications must be received electronically.

First consideration will be given to candidates who apply by 5pm EST on Friday, January 7, 2022. The anticipated start date for this position is on or before February 14, 2022.  Please be aware no relocation assistance is available for this position. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates degree in human services, criminal justice, or related field 1 - 2 years experience in human services, criminal justice, non-profit, higher education, or related employment working directly with underserved populations.

• Evidence of experience navigating a carceral setting.

• Minimum 1 year supervisory experience required, preferably with college-age students. 

• 1-2 years prior office management experience with demonstrated organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, delegation and multi-tasking.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work efficiently and effectively with a variety of constituents including students, faculty, staff and the public.

• Must have a valid driver's license.

• Commitment to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion is a necessity.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in social work, human services or other liberal arts area
•  Demonstrated experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and Google Suite
• Evidence of experience in managing a budget and tracking expenses.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as liaison to WWC (Outside) and SCCW (Inside) students
• Support Inside Out director and academic support coordinator
• Coordinate and participate in WWC Inside Out advisory committee
• Serve as a support for Inside Out faculty, including purchasing and distributing books, course packs, and supplies
• Advertise classes for WWC and SCCW applicants
• Recruit students from WWC and SCCW
• Interview all student applicants (WWC and SCCW)
• Collaborate with WCCW to organize the “Blue Card” volunteer orientation for Outside students
• Orient WWC and WCCW students with contracts and liability waivers
• Coordinate transportation for Outside students
• Coordinate procurement and distribution of WWC t-shirts for Outside students
• Provide supervision to a student work crew responsible for assisting the Program Coordinator, Program Director, program faculty, and students
• Meet with Inside Out Program Director, Advisory Group, and faculty regularly
• Meet with Inside and Outside students as needed

Warren Wilson College is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.