Off-Campus Life Graduate Assistantship- Neighborhood Liaison

Colorado State University•Fort Collins, CO

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Off-Campus Life Graduate Assistant- Neighborhood Liaison is a partnership between Colorado State University Off-Campus Life and the City of Fort Collins. The position builds positive relationships between students, residents, and community partners through community engagement, conflict resolution, program management, and education. The role supports neighborhood quality of life, strengthens town-gown relations, and provides professional experience in leadership, strategic communication, partnership development, and public administration. Reporting to CSU Off-Campus Live (OCL) at Colorado State University and liaisoning with multiple City of Fort Collins departments, the OCL GA- NL is uniquely positioned to identify opportunities for good neighboring and improved communication. Key programs/services the OCL GA- NL oversees include- The Party Registration Program, City ordinance education to CSU students primarily through "Life in Fort Collins" seminars and presentations, Representing select programs at Fall and Spring City of Fort Collins' police shift briefings, Handling individual neighbor-to-neighbor conflicts that involve CSU student(s) and involving the appropriate CSU and City staff as needed. This position also helps maintain relationships with a variety of partners (with support from OCL FTE) such as The Student Resolution Center (SRC) Colorado State university Police Department Fort Collins Police Services Housing and Community Vitality Code Compliance Student Legal Services Parking Services, and other campus and community partners This role might provide supplemental support for other Off-Campus Life tasks/services/programs as needed, such as housing fairs, and material reviews.

Requirements

Be accepted for enrollment in a residential Graduate program at Colorado State University-Fort Collins.
Demonstrated ability building and/or maintaining working partnerships, ideally with minimal supervision.
Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both individually and on a team.
Ability to build community with students, university staff, and city representatives.
Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills both in person and over the phone.
Ability to accept and provide constructive feedback.

Nice To Haves

Be able to commit to the position for at least two years (actively enrolled in a graduate program for the duration of the two years.
Strong interpersonal skills
Experience with Event/program development and coordination
Volunteer management
Supervision
Flexibility and adaptability
Sound decision making, judgment, and ability to maintain confidentiality
Interest in/or experience with research and assessment
Have a valid driver's license for at least one year along with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Records check

Responsibilities

Build and maintain partnerships with CSU departments, City of Fort Collins staff, neighborhood organizations, and community stakeholders to support neighborhood livability and positive town-gown relations.
Serve as a liaison between students, residents, university, and city partners, providing resources, referrals, and conflict resolution.
Represent Off-Campus Life at meetings, trainings, presentations, and community outreach events while gathering stakeholder feedback to improve programs and partnerships.
Manage the Party Registration Program, including communications, outreach, assessment, and collaboration with campus and city partners.
Coordinate and deliver the Life in Fort Collins workshop, educating students on off-campus living, local ordinances, neighborhood expectations, and available resources.
Use data and participant feedback to assess and improve programs and educational initiatives.
Support departmental projects, strategic initiatives, and professional development while contributing to Off-Campus Life goals and community partnerships.