Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world. Requirements The Office of Neighborhood Life (https://neighborhood.georgetown.edu/) supports all students, non-students, and permanent residents in the communities surrounding Georgetown University. Our office will educate students about university policies and local ordinances; continue to build and strengthen neighborhood relations by facilitating dialogue; and promote civic citizenship to create a positive quality of life for everyone living in the neighborhood. The Assistant Director - a full-time professional staff member within the Office Neighborhood Life - demonstrates a thorough understanding of and commitment to building town gown relationships as well as the education and character development of college students. Primary responsibilities include: + Oversee department programmatic efforts and orientations for students on and off campus as it relates to living in the surrounding neighborhoods, implementing the University trash monitoring program and operationalizing the Student Neighborhood Assistance Program (SNAP). + Attend meetings in the evenings and on occasional weekends and walks the neighborhood at times. + Assist with physical labor when heeded, including the annual move in/move out drives and the occasional neighborhood cleanup. + Be available throughout the academic year to occasionally participate on SNAP, which operates from 10 p.m. to 3 a.m. Work Interactions Reporting to the Director of Neighborhood Life, the Assistant Director and has a close day-to-day relationship with the Director and with the Community Directors; and supervises up to two student workers. The general working condition is an office environment The Assistant Director interacts with students: + To educate through mandatory orientation sessions during the academic year + To advise regarding issues and resources relevant to living off-campus The Assistant Director interacts with various University officials, including: + The Assistant Director(s) for Student Conduct regarding judicial actions for students residing off-campus + University Counsel regarding compliance with the various District orders, including the Campus Plan and DC Zoning Order + The Director of Residential Education regarding off-campus issues of shared concern, including off-campus behavior of the students residing on-campus + The Director of Facilities management regarding bulk trash disposal off campus and general issues in the neighborhood The Assistant Director interacts with community officials by: + Meeting regularly with the Department of Public Works to plan for the beginning and ending of the academic year and the associated trash/donations that come with students moving in/out. + Meeting regularly with the Office of the Tenant Advocate to better understand landlord / tenant laws to better serve the University community. Requirements and Qualifications + Master’s degree in higher education or student affairs administration, counseling, or related field + 2 to 4 years of post-graduate experience in higher education student advising and/or student programming - preference for off-campus student advising/programming experience + Mediation experience to monitor, adjust, and reset (when appropriate) expectations of neighbors and students + Clear communication skills - with students and neighbors regarding expectations and University obligations, and to define, explain, and defend those expectations and obligations + Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Ability to take initiative and to work in a supportive and collaborative way with students, colleagues, community members and city officials + Ability to work efficiently, attend to details, and follow through with assigned projects or tasks + Ability to build strong relationships with colleagues, students, community members and city officials Preferred Qualifications + Experience with town-gown relations or government related experience + Knowledge of higher education practices, student needs, and community partnerships Work Mode Designation This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessitate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation. Pay Range: The projected salary or hourly pay range for this position which represents the full range of anticipated compensation is: $47,586.00 - $87,558.13 Compensation is determined by a number of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s individual qualifications, experience, education, skills, and certifications, as well as the University’s business needs and external factors. Current Georgetown Employees: If you currently work at Georgetown University, please exit this website and login to GMS ( gms.georgetown.edu ) using your Net ID and password. 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