PEACE CORPS STRATEGIC CAMPUS RECRUITER (Limited Term-Hourly/Temp)_

Seattle

Req #: 233778

Department: CAREER & INTERNSHIP CENTER (C&IC)

Appointing Department Web Address: w.edu/

Job Location Detail: Peace Corps Strategic Campus Recruiter

Posting Date: 06/05/2024

Closing Info:

Open Until Filled

Salary: $30.00 - $32.00 per hour

Shift: Alternate Work Shift

Notes:

As a UW employee, you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For a complete description of our benefits for this position, please visit our website, click here. (w.edu/benefits/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2018/02/benefits-professional-staff-librarians-academic-staff-20230701\_a11y.pdf )

As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world.

UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

**The Career & Internship Center (C&IC)** at the University of Washington (UW) Seattle Campus assists students from all backgrounds as they explore industries and careers; learn about and develop skills for professional success; secure and reflect upon career-related experiences; articulate their skills and experience to others; and launch post-graduation plans. Our team has a deep appreciation of and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty and staff of many social, economic, cultural, ideological, racial and ethnic backgrounds. For more about what our center does and how we do it - including our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and access - visit careers.uw.edu/resources/cic-vision-more .

**C&IC has an excellent opportunity for a** **_Temporary_** **,** **_hourly_** **Peace Corps Strategic Campus (Strat) Recruiter** **starting in early September.** The Peace Corps Strategic Campus (Strat) Recruiter will increase awareness of Peace Corps Volunteer opportunities on campus through a variety of recruitment activities including, but not limited to, delivering class or club presentations; tabling in public, high-traffic areas on campus and/or at career fairs; organizing and facilitating application workshops and retention events; and developing relationships with key stakeholders on campus.

**OUTREACH RESPONSIBILITIES**

• Plan and implement a strategic recruitment plan at UW for Peace Corps Volunteer opportunities.

• Create relationships and hold regular meetings with different key on-campus and community stakeholders that align with Peace Corps’ six sectors with the intention of gaining access to students.

• Organize and facilitate retention events (e.g. send-off/welcome back volunteer parties, friends and family events, Peace Corps Week celebrations, and/or RPCV panels).

• Complete class talks or presentations, some targeting diverse populations on campus.

• Complete application workshop(s), which coincide with Peace Corps’ application deadlines.

• Staff recruitment table(s) (e.g. university career fairs, other events with similar goals and/or tabling in public high-traffic areas on campus).

• Distribute agency approved brochures, posters, visual aids, and other Peace Corps recruitment materials to individuals, groups, associations, faculty, and targeted populations.

• Maintain communication with, and provide engagement opportunities for, the list of UW staff and faculty RPCVs.

• Post and hold regular office hours each week to meet with potential and current applicants.

**ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES**

• Write and submit an annual strategic plan, as well as monthly, mid-year and final year reports.

• Digitally collect leads at events, or as directed by the designated VRS representative.

• Input partnership information, meetings, and other pertinent details into specific Peace Corps systems, or as directed by the designated VRS representative.

• Meet application and lead goals set by the Peace Corps.

• Complete mandatory virtual Strat trainings.

• Respond to Peace Corps and campus staff in a timely manner, as well as attend regularly scheduled meetings initiated by the Peace Corps.

• Update and maintain the UW Peace Corps OneShare Drive with updated resources for leads.

**MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS**

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.

• At least six months of Peace Corps volunteer experience.

**DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS**

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong organizational and event planning skills.

• Ability to work independently and see tasks through to completion with little supervision.

• Confidence in networking and outreach.

• Ability to navigate online platforms such as Handshake, SharePoint, Gmail, etc.

**Application Process:**

The application process for UW positions may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter, and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select “Apply to this position”. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your “My Jobs” page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your "My Jobs" page to take when you are ready. **_Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed._**

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.