Student Worker - Changing Lives Outreach, CHSS (FWS - CSLP)

Grand Canyon University•Phoenix, AZ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Canyon University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) is seeking a dedicated and motivated Student Worker for the Changing Lives Outreach program. This program aims to provide GCU students with opportunities to transform lives through innovative outreach and support programming in collaboration with community organizations, churches, and K-12 schools. The Student Worker will support the program in various tasks related to student volunteer support, community engagement, outreach events, and more. The ideal candidate will possess excellent organizational skills, strong communication abilities, and a passion for fostering positive connections within the community.

Requirements

Must be enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a Bachelor’s program or Master’s program.
Must retain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
Must maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficient typing skills.
Must be comfortable working in a professional environment with all levels of staff and faculty.
Must be service oriented.
Must be comfortable with GCU’s campus and departments to direct guests, students and staff.
Must have prior computer knowledge and be able to copy, scan and fax documents.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Self-motivated with a desire to learn and serve.
Must be able to learn (or have prior knowledge of) the Resource Scheduler system.
Must qualify for Federal Work Study.

Nice To Haves

Prior knowledge of the Resource Scheduler system.

Responsibilities

Respond promptly and professionally to emails and inquiries received in the Changing Lives Outreach inbox, ensuring all communications are appropriately addressed and forwarded.
Assist in scheduling interviews with potential volunteers and available faculty or staff.
Coordinate and schedule classroom visits to promote the Changing Lives Outreach Program and encourage student participation in community initiatives.
Collaborate with the team to plan and execute special outreach events, including logistics, materials preparation, and attendee coordination.
Provide on-site support during special events, including setup, registration, and other necessary tasks.
Work closely with the CHSS social media team to promote community events and engagement on various social platforms.
Communicate program updates, events, and opportunities to student clubs and organizations to encourage their involvement in community outreach activities.
Assist in tracking and maintaining records of volunteer hours, community engagement metrics, and other relevant data for reporting and analysis purposes.
Create visually appealing and engaging presentations for outreach events, volunteer training, and community partner meetings.
Collaborate with faculty members to integrate community engagement opportunities into their courses and support their efforts in community outreach.
Develop and implement strategies to recruit new volunteers on a monthly basis for ongoing community outreach initiatives.
Willingly take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support the success of the Changing Lives Outreach Program.