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University of Michigan University Outreach and Education Coordinator in Ann Arbor, Michigan
University Outreach and Education Coordinator
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How to Apply
A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your experiences that directly relate to this position.
Summary
The University Outreach and Education Coordinator is responsible for the ongoing management and coordination of curricular and co-curricular outreach and engagement with UM students, faculty, and staff; coordinate research and creative scholarship relationships and agreements with Faculty and appropriate MBGNA staff; manage the MBGNA Internship Program and other associated student-facing programs; and provide coordination and oversight for student organizations sponsored by MBGNA. You will report to the Education Lead and oversee 1-2 students.
Who We Are
Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum is a transformative force for social and ecological resilience through the waters and lands we steward. We turn this commitment into action by:
Positioning humans as active participants within the natural world and compelling the university community and our publics to negotiate the full complexity that entails
Advancing partnerships, programs, user experience, and all that we steward to catalyze equity and justice in a radically changing world
Emerging as University of Michigan's premier partner for research, teaching, and public impact in sustainability, climate-forward practices, and biocultural diversity
Promoting healthier communities, cultures, and ecosystems through active care and cultivation of the gardens, fields, natural habitats, and dynamic systems that sustain our world
MBGNA seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitments to serve the diverse people of Michigan and sustain the excellence of University of Michigan.
Why Work at Michigan?
In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:
Generous time off
Many choices for comprehensive health insurance
Long-term disability coverage
Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses and parental leave options
A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting
Dental and vision insurance
Responsibilities*
Internship Program: Oversee all aspects of the Internship Program and its implementation, on behalf of the Education Team and MBGNA as a whole. This includes development and implementation of organizational learning outcomes, updating training materials, annual internship recruitment and search processes, and iterative programmatic improvement
Curricular and Co-Curricular Coordination: Cultivate, manage, and deliver engagement with campus constituents to drive curricular and co-curricular programming, events, and experiences. Create and manage University collaborations including MBGNA's curricular integrations, student research and engagement, co-curricular student groups, and other relevant projects
Outreach and Engagement: Plan and represent MBGNA at relevant student- and faculty-facing campus events/programs
Research Relationships and Agreement Coordination: Manage Faculty research relationships and agreements, including MBGNA agreements with faculty and departments, and coordinate with appropriate MBGNA staff toward research actualization
Biocultural Diversity Fellows Program: Develop and implement the transition from MBGNA'sTechnician paradigm to that of a Biodiversity Fellows Program in keeping with the Strategic Plan
Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications*
Bachelor's Degree in a related field, a minimum of 5 years related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience
Experience with project or event management to include: planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement and experience managing multiple projects
Experience developing, and evaluating university student learning or programs
Experience establishing relationships and channels of communication at multiple levels and with diverse groups inside and outside the organization
Demonstrated proficiency or knowledge in equity and justice-related issues and concepts
Demonstrated experience working with students with minoritized identities
Demonstrated knowledge of issues faced by higher ed students
Experience preparing and delivering presentations to constituents at different levels
Additional Information
Compensation: $50,000 - $55,000
For more information about Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum, please visit mbgna.umich.edu
Background Screening
The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Application Deadline
Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.
U-M EEO/AA Statement
The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
Job Detail
Job Opening ID
249625
Working Title
University Outreach and Education Coordinator
Job Title
Admin Coord/Project Coord
Work Location
Ann Arbor Campus
Ann Arbor, MI
Full/Part Time
Full-Time
Regular/Temporary
Regular
FLSA Status
Nonexempt
Organizational Group
Vp Acad Grad Study
Department
Botanical Gardens & Arboretum
Posting Begin/End Date
5/24/2024 - 6/16/2024
Salary
$50,000.00 - $55,000.00
Career Interest
Administration
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