the johns hopkins university center for social concern voter engagement fellowship is a 12-month fellowship for individuals interested in learning about voter engagement, civic engagement and leadership development at colleges and universities. we are seeking a center for social concern voter engagement fellow who will have a front-row seat to learn about strategy and decision-making to mobilize student leaders at a world-class university and will gain indispensable experience in the areas of democratic engagement and non-partisan political engagement.
the fellow will be embedded within the university’s center for student concern, directly working with the deputy director and other members of the csc staff on efforts connected to the university’s hopkins votes initiatives, especially in vital preparation for the 2024 election cycle.
the fellow will provide high-level strategic capacity and project management services to coordinate the hopkins votes campaign, especially the day-to-day outreach and coordination of voter engagement activities throughout the homewood campus, with potential impacts on other jhu campuses. the fellow will be responsible for recruiting, training, and engaging with hopkins votes ambassadors and other student volunteers, with an intent to ensure every eligible hopkins student is supported in their voter registration, ballot access, and turnout.
the fellow will report to the csc deputy director, and will participate in a customized professional development program, work with a student affairs or community mentor, and work on a capstone project.
the center for social concern seeks applicants to this exciting program who possess
- strong skills in program, project, and/or volunteer management.
- excellent oral, written and verbal communication skills.
- the ability to work independently to manage multiple assignments in a fast-paced setting.
- a demonstrated understanding and enthusiasm for civic engagement, community outreach, public service and/or volunteerism.
- a demonstrated capacity to work effectively using a racial equity lens with persons of diverse backgrounds and to foster sensitivity in student life and in the community.
- a collaborative and flexible working style.
- and strong organizational skills.
specific duties & responsibilities
student engagement & event planning
- provide support and volunteer management for signature and key events where hopkins votes presence is expected, such as democracy day, national voter registration day, and other critical activities led by the csc and other university and community partners.
- provide direct support to the deputy director and csc staff in the planning and execution of programs that promote voter engagement at jhu.
- assist with supporting student organizations interested in coordinating their own student voter engagement and education efforts.
- other potential projects include supporting in-person on campus polling experiences for students voting in student government association elections in coordination with offices across the jhu enterprise.
project management & administrative functions
- provide high-level project management for voter engagement initiatives.
- perform research/bench marking projects as assigned, including data analysis projects.
- provide support for staff and student trainings.
- represent the center for social concern with a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality, and the ability to interact with a wide range of constituencies.
- draft and edit documents and relevant materials, including the jhu voter action plan, annual report, and other web-based, supporting on-going education and outreach as it relates to hopkins votes.
- coordinate evaluation data and assist with on-going assessment of voter engagement processes. this includes relying on nslve data, turbovote registrations, and other sources of information to effectively plan and execute voter engagement efforts.
- complete other related special projects as assigned by the csc leadership team.
- participate in divisional, departmental, and community-based programs, training sessions, and workshops.
- provide reflections, suggestions and recommendations based on your fellowship experience that will aid in the execution of future hopkins votes-related efforts and roles.
general functions
- establish strong relationships with the leadership team and staff in the center for social concern.
- build and sustain meaningful working relationships with colleagues across student affairs, other areas of the university, and voter engagement community partners.
- work with autonomy and respect the importance of collaboration with key partners and stakeholders.
- maintain confidentiality.
*note: this is a temporary position that will last 12 months. timeline will be based on hiring process and start date.
minimum qualifications
- high school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- two years office/administrative experience.
- the fellow must have earned a bachelor’s, master’s, or other graduate-level degree before the fellowship start date.
- additional education may substitute for required experience, to the extent permitted by the jhu equivalency formula.
classified title: academic services assistant
job posting title (working title): center for social concern voter engagement fellow
role/level/range: ato 37.5/02/od
starting salary range: min $16.00 - max $28.50 hrly ($40,000 targeted; commensurate with experience)
employee group: full time
schedule: monday-friday, 8:30am to 5:00 pm
exempt status: non-exempt
location: hybrid/homewood campus
department name: center for social concern
personnel area: university student services
total rewards
the referenced salary range is based on johns hopkins university’s good faith belief at the time of posting. actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. johns hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. more information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/
please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. if permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines:
jhu equivalency formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. for jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.
**applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.
the successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. johns hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. a prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at johns hopkins university. in accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate’s conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.
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equal opportunity employer
all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
eeo is the law:
https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_eeoc_knowyourrights6.12screenrdr.pdf
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