Violence Prevention Coordinator

Williams is pleased to announce the opening of a Violence Prevention Coordinator. The Coordinator will be a member of the PEACe office (Intimate Violence Prevention and Response) which provides direct student support related to intimate violence response and administers workshops and training on intimate violence prevention. PEACe?s comprehensive prevention plan is grounded in providing culturally aware and responsive prevention education to all. Reporting to the Director of PEACe (Intimate Violence Prevention and Response), the Violence Prevention Coordinator will work collaboratively on the development, implementation, and evaluation of Williams? intimate violence prevention plans for students. In addition, the Coordinator will develop student education programming, create student-facing communications and outreach, and work with student groups to plan and execute future programs. Our expectation is that the successful candidate will excel at working in a community that is broadly diverse with regard to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender, disability status, gender expression, nationality, sexual orientation, and religion. The ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with many different individuals, offices, and departments on campus is essential. In a cover letter, applicants should highlight their relevant experience and also describe how they will embrace the College?s commitment to fostering an inclusive community. The Coordinator?s responsibilities, include, but are not limited to: ? Implement the College?s sexual violence prevention education plan through delivery of workshops to student groups, broad outreach through events and tabling, and programming with campus partners; ? Manage the student peer educator program, including recruitment, training, and supervision, as well as programming development; ? Develop and disseminate digital and print education materials for students; ? Maintain and support relationships with existing student organizations, coordinate programming with student groups, advise affiliated student groups on how to structure and deliver education programming; ? Develop and maintain relationships with local and national violence prevention resources, on campuses and in communities, to stay apprised of best practices in intimate violence prevention for college students; ? Provide confidential resource referral and advocacy support to students. Qualifications ? Bachelor?s degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience. ? A minimum of 3 years of experience with peer education or peer leadership, health promotion activities, workshop facilitation, or curriculum/training development. ? Experience working with and providing culturally aware and responsive training to diverse student populations, including 18-24-year-old students. ? Strong interpersonal and communication skills. ? Excellent organizational, time management, and analytical skills. Preferred Qualifications: ? Knowledge of public health and social justice principles related to intimate violence prevention and sexual health education. ? Knowledge of trauma-informed practices for educational programs and working with trauma survivors. ? Familiarity with current legal issues and regulations relevant to violence prevention and response work in higher education (Title IX, Clery Act, FERPA). This position is a two- to three-year term appointment. Some evening and weekend hours are required. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications; the range for this position is $59,000-$65,000. This role is eligible for up to one day a week remote work, subject to College policy. For optimal consideration, please submit materials by October 31, 2024. A cover letter is required and should highlight specifically how your experience matches the job requirements, as well as detail your experience with and approach to supporting diverse, inclusive, and equitable communities. Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable. Decisions regarding appointments, promotions, and conditions of employment comply with applicable federal or state law prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ancestry, or military service. Beyond meeting fully its legal obligations for non-discrimination, Williams College is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community where members from all backgrounds can live, learn and thrive. As part of this commitment, we will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process please feel free to contact us via phone at (413) 597-2681 or email at [email protected]. Instructions for Applicants The mission of Williams College, ?to provide the highest quality liberal arts education,? is advanced by the rich variety of backgrounds and experiences that faculty, staff, and students bring to the work that we do together. The college is committed to building and sustaining a learning and working environment where members from all backgrounds can learn, live, and thrive. We are deeply committed to our employees, providing tuition assistance, excellent benefits, and a warm and welcoming professional environment. We are looking for candidates who share our values in prioritizing diversity, equity, and inclusion, and sustainability. 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