Semester in Detroit Program Specialist

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A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline your skills and experience that directly relate to this position. Please merge your cover letter as the first page of your resume file (the application system only accepts a single file attachment).

Mission Statement

The mission of the University of Michigan is to serve the people of Michigan and the world through preeminence in creating, communicating, preserving and applying knowledge, art, and academic values, and in developing leaders and citizens who will challenge the present and enrich the future.

Job Summary

Semester in Detroit (SiD) at the University of Michigan is looking for a Program Specialist committed to building reciprocal relationships between undergraduate students and community organizations in Detroit.

About the Position & You

Semester in Detroit (SiD) is an immersive internship program within the LSA Residential College. SiD works with students, faculty, and staff across U-M campuses (Ann Arbor, Dearborn, and Flint) and Grand Valley State University to build reciprocal relationships with community organizations in Detroit.

The SiD Program Specialist will report to the SiD Associate Director. Due to the intentionally small size of the program, you'll manage different areas of work simultaneously. These range from student recruitment and support to building and maintaining community partner relationships. The selected candidate will work in a hybrid work mode as defined by the University.

Responsibilities*

Community Collaboration (35%)

Establish relationships with new Detroit community partners through collaborative projects

Host and facilitate discussions about contemporary issues in Detroit, privilege, oppression, and resistance

Participate in long-term, strategic planning with the Associate Director and Faculty Director

Student Enrichment & Support (40%)

Manage logistics and content planning for program events (e.g.: Detroiters Speak Series, Immersion Weekend, and Orientation for incoming summer cohorts)

Manage student staff members and support Ann Arbor-based recruitment efforts

Prepare accepted students for participation in the summer program and lead community-building activities

Manage student housing in Detroit and provide student support during the summer program

Organize Detroit-based social activities for students in the summer program

Organize events for SiD alumni (virtual and in-person)

Administrative (25%)

Develop and execute SiD's communications strategy, including writing the e-newsletter, managing website content, creating social media posts, and designing graphic design assets

Support budgeting and financial management of the program, including the internal scholarships program

Required Qualifications*

Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience

Experience building and maintaining community partnerships

Experience in undergraduate student recruitment and program development

Experience in marketing and communications using print and digital media

Basic knowledge of managing budgets

Reliable transportation. This role requires travel between Ann Arbor, Detroit, and other areas.

Desired Qualifications*

Demonstrated connection to or experience working with Detroit-based community organizations

3 years of experience managing projects independently and with limited resources at a university program, small nonprofit organization, or comparable program

3 years experience teaching, facilitating workshops, dialogue groups, or educational discussions

Why Work at Michigan?

Benefits at the University of Michigan

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time off

A retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vesting

Many choices for comprehensive health insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability coverage

Maternity (childbirth) and parental leave

Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Additional Information

Primary work locations are the University of Michigan Detroit Center and University of Michigan-Ann Arbor campus. Opportunities for remote work may also be available.

The SiD Program Specialist occasionally works evening and weekend hours to support student events and program activities.

SiD Staff travels between campuses with mileage reimbursement.

The salary range for this position is $46,400 to $58,000, please note a higher salary may be offered based on equity and the selected candidate's experience. Salary is determined by direct relevant experience and demonstrated past performance results, while ensuring equity on our team.

As one of the world's great liberal arts and sciences colleges, LSA pushes the boundaries of what is understood about the human experience and the natural world, and we foster the next generation of rigorous and empathetic thinkers, creators, and contributors to the state of Michigan, the nation, and the world.

To learn more about LSA's Mission, Vision and Values, please visit lsa.umich.edu/strategicvision.

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the University Staff United (USU), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

The University of Michigan conducts background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background checks. Background checks are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.