Job Description:

The Program Director administers the Office of Violence Against Women (OVW) grant to support initiatives surrounding reduction in Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault and Stalking (DVDVSAS) through the creation of a Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) and implementation of a Climate Survey to inform strategic initiatives associated with the university Lotus Initiative for sexual assault prevention and intervention education.

The Program Director shall strengthen mandatory prevention/education programs related to DV/DAV/SA/ST and provide training to key participants. The Program Director works alongside the existing wellness and peer health education programs in the Sports, Recreation & Wellness department under the Division of Student Affairs. This position will support the Mount Wellness initiative through their responsibilities with the Climate Survey and CCRT informing prevention education, programming, resources, and awareness to promote an inclusive culture of safety on campus.

Work Location: Both Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles) and Chalon Campus (West Los Angeles)

Expected Start Date: April 2024

Expected End Date: September 15, 2027

Application Deadline: Open until filled

Salary Rate Range: $4,160.00/month

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate's qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manages the OVW grant project including budget, reporting, program evaluation, learning outcomes assessment and correspondence from the Department of Justice
• Oversees implementation of activities, policies and protocols established based on the conditions of the grant while attending all OVW trainings mandated by the grant
• Establishes and Chair a Coordinated Community Response Team (CCRT) to expand services to the Mount Saint Mary's University community working in collaboration with Campus Safety and Emergency Management and the Dean of Students Office to foster an inclusive culture of prevention and safety with cultural competency and understanding for the needs of diverse communities, especially first-generation students
• Leads the Climate Survey project team in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Advancement and the Dean of Students Office to inform the development and implementation of strategies for prevention and intervention education in collaboration with the Lotus Initiative efforts
• Programs and student learning outcome assessment related to the DVDVSAS programming, resources, and campaigns throughout the campus community in partnership with external and internal partners, highlighting programs for students
• Strengthens and build partnerships with local victim service providers and law enforcement agencies to provide effective crisis response and long-term support and care for campus victims
• Collaborates with Institutional Advancement, Student Involvement and Inclusion, the Center for Equity, Diversity, and Justice, Student Health Services, Counseling and Psychological Services, Residential and Student Housing Services, and Campus Safety departments

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Participates on various university committees and task forces as requested
• Assists in campus Wellness or other activities as requested
• Required to work some evenings and weekends
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Requirements:

Knowledge:

• Competency in knowledge areas related to sexual assault, gender-based harassment, domestic violence and interpersonal misconduct theory and practices of prevention and intervention education
• Knowledge of diversity, equity, and inclusion concepts in relation to health and mental health as well as sexual and interpersonal relations and gender identity development
• Knowledge of cultural, economic, and social influences on education and prevention models
• Health education, promotion, and prevention practices
• Climate or related assessment, program evaluation, research methods and design
• Community based intervention and resource models for health and safety

Abilities and Skills:

• Applicants for this position must have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Applicants for this position must have skills in motivational interviewing and building rapport
• Preferred applicants will be self-starting, organized and possess strong attention to detail
• Ability to evaluate and assess crisis situations and determine proper course of action
• Ability and willingness to work weekends and evenings to support student well-being.

Education:

• Master's degree preferred in education, psychology, social sciences, public health, social work, or a related field
• Bachelor's degree required

Experience:

• Preferred minimum of 3 years of experience working in sexual assault prevention programs, research, community relations, or a related field
• Successful experience with grant reporting
• Demonstrated capabilities in prevention efforts in a campus environment.
• Experience developing and leading educational programs for diverse populations on sensitive topics.

Additional Information:

Mount Saint Mary's University's commitment to equity, diversity and justice (EDJ) is steeped in the tradition and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), our Catholic identity, mission and values. We are unwavering in our pursuit of inclusion, belonging and antiracism. We aspire to achieve our love of dear neighbor without distinction, which permeates all forms of social identities and human experiences.

We honor and celebrate our similarities and differences. We are committed to the full inclusion of the entire Mount community. Due to historical legacies of exclusion, we offer particular care for underrepresented populations. We define diversity in the broadest sense, including but not limited to, age, differences in culture, citizenship status, disability, family status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, generational history, genetic information, geographic origin, language, political perspectives, mental and physical ability, military service, national origin, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, size and socioeconomic class.

Welcoming individuals from a variety of backgrounds improves and enriches our learning, living and working environments. Any breach of these values harms our community. Mount Saint Mary's University transforms its culture through the radical pursuit of institutionalized change. We strive for a campus where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and all whom we encounter feel welcomed, valued and are supported to reach their full potential.

As we pursue our never-ending journey toward a more equitable, inclusive and antiracist campus in our richly diverse community, we welcome you.

Application Instructions:

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.
A background check will be required.

Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU's Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.