Project Director, Department of Justice - Office of Violence against Women Campus
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| Currently, Albertus Magnus College requires its employees and students to be fully
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| Overview |
The Project Director reports directly to the Associate Dean for Student Engagement
& Orientation. The Project Director will oversee the Department of Justice (DOJ) Campus
Grant to Reduce Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence and Stalking on
Campus. The Project Director collaborates with individuals and professional groups
across the college as well as in the community. The Project Director will administrate/manage DOJ Grant aimed at reducing Sexual Assault,
Domestic Violence, Dating Violence and Stalking on Campus, chair the Coordinate Community
Response (CCR) team meetings; schedule events and training, serve as the liaison to
the community partners; coordinate community partnership; and manage day-to-day implementation
of projects, serve as the liaison with the contracted Public Safety provider and the
College and between the College and local authorities.
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| About Albertus Magnus College |
Albertus Magnus College thrives as a diverse and dynamic institution serving 1,500
students in three distinct degree programs: traditional undergraduate, accelerated
adult undergraduate and master’s degrees. Through its liberal arts and professional
educational offerings and its long- standing excellence in student-centered, values-based
education, Albertus Magnus College is a shining example of modern day education. The
Albertus campus provides a distinctive environment for students, faculty and staff.
The College’s 50-acre, park-like campus, within walking distance to downtown New Haven,
is located in one of the city’s most distinguished residential neighborhoods, Prospect
Hill, which features both early 20th century mansions and modern architectural gems.
Numerous academic, student services, and athletic facilities grace the campus, which
serve as an attraction to prospective students. The Mission Statement of Albertus
Magnus College is to provide men and women with an education that promotes the search
for truth in all its dimensions and is practical in its application.
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| Essential Functions |
- Lead the College and its partners through the assessment and development phase of
the DOJ Grant and develop a detailed timeline for activity and implementation as a
part of our continuation grant
- Provide oversight and coordination of grant objectives, including training programs
for campus departments, law enforcement, and local victim advocacy agencies to assure
effective crisis response and long-term support and care for campus victims
- Develop and manage the Coordinated Community Response Team trainings and workshops
- Create and execute campus wide education awareness and prevention programs throughout
the academic year
- Work with individual marginalized groups– develop relevant prevention programming
and to identify culturally-responsive resources for victims and survivors of gender-based
violence
- Attend three grant orientations yearly, Technical Training Institutes, scheduled webinars
and other trainings required by the grantee
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| Qualifications |
- Successful track record of managing a grant-funded project or programs, including
managing budgets and tracking financial expenditures, gathering data, compiling information,
and preparing reports
- Work experience addressing the topic of sexual assault, domestic/dating violence and
stalking; and practices in violence prevention
- Excellent organizational, and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds,
and abilities
- Ability to travel for grant-related training and institutes, approximately three times
per year
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| Education |
Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Health Profession or another related
field
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| Knowledge | Skills | Abilities |
- Prior experience with OVW Campus Grant Program
- Master's degree in related field preferred
- 2 years of related professional experience in an educational or social service setting
- Experience instructing Bystander Intervention
- Technical proficiency using a computer and software applications such as Microsoft
Office Suite
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| Special Work Schedule Requirements |
The position requires travel for grant-related activities. Traditional office hours
are M-F 8:30am - 4:30pm, but flexibility is required as frequent evening and weekend
availability is necessary.
The position requires the ability to use a computer and other standard office equipment
requiring repetitive arm/hand movements is essential. Excellent oral and written communication
skills are essential, including the ability to speak in group settings.
The position is grant funded through September 30, 2024. Continuation beyond that
date is dependent on continued funding. The college offers a competitive salary and
also provides an excellent benefits package.
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| To Apply |
Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, current resume, and contact information
for three professional references as one document electronically to hr@albertus.edu.
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Albertus Magnus College has a strong commitment to the principles and practices of
diversity throughout the College community. Albertus Magnus College is an equal opportunity
employer and invites all qualified applicants to consider this opportunity and to
apply.
Albertus Magnus College is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Albertus Magnus College to comply with applicable federal and
state laws regarding equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons so as
to prohibit unlawful discrimination and harassment against any employee, intern or
applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national
origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status,
transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or any other
consideration protected by federal, state or local law. Albertus Magnus College promotes
the full realization of equal employment opportunity throughout the College. The College
forbids all forms of illegal discrimination, harassment or retaliation.