Project Coordinator, Community Service (AWC)
About The Position
The University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School is seeking a part-time Project Coordinator to support a project focused on creating resources for community service in Philadelphia courts. This role involves managing three Community Liaisons (10-20 hours/week) from September 2026 to June 2027, including running weekly meetings and reporting progress to research team members. During a pilot phase from January 2027 to June 2027, liaisons will need to respond to clients within 24 business hours or forward messages to the Project Coordinator. The Project Coordinator must handle these concerns professionally and in a timely manner, using their judgment or consulting the research team. While team members work remotely, candidates should be based in or near Philadelphia to frequently meet with stakeholders and attend events.
Requirements
- Project coordination and team management experience, ideally in the government, nonprofit, or research sector
- Familiarity with research and research needs, especially in the areas of program evaluation or justice systems
- Familiarity with several regions in Philadelphia
- Experience interacting with and working for Philadelphia community groups and nonprofits
- Experience with and sensitivity to vulnerable populations including justice-involved individuals
- Knowledge of court systems, especially within Philadelphia
- Reliable communication and ability to attend online and in-person meetings
- Organized, adaptable, energetic and articulate with a positive attitude
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Experience with Google Docs and Microsoft Word and Excel
- Ability to travel and staff events within Philadelphia
- Ability to solve problems and provide support to community members and vulnerable populations
Responsibilities
- Communicate frequently with the research team to establish goals, progress, and timelines.
- Work with the research team on planning, progress reports, and data collection.
- Lead recruiting for other team members including a web designer and three community liaisons.
- Plan, attend, and execute promotion and conclusion events.
- Respond to client concerns as they appear and are raised by Community Liaisons.
- Respond to or elevate concerns to the research team in a timely and professional manner.
- Work with vulnerable populations and community members and organizations with sensitivity and professionalism.
- Meet with other stakeholders and provide support to community groups, court representatives, and stakeholders as needed.
- Suggest ideas for project improvement and efficiency to the research team.
- Support the hiring and onboarding of Community Liaisons.
- Run weekly meetings for entire team.
- Elevate Community Liaison concerns to research team when necessary.
- Establish Community Liaison goals, timelines, and means of effectively tracking progress.
- Ensure progress is met or goals are revised in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Provide varied and complex support and assistance to all staff as necessary (reports, event staffing, etc.).
- Other duties as assigned by the research team.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- Generous retirement plans (Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans) with pre-tax or Roth basis options
- Wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
