Work Study Outreach Educator and Events Coordinator

Posting Details

Position Information

Title Work Study Outreach Educator and Events Coordinator Position Description

Department Overview

The Sexual Violence Advocacy and Support Center (SVASC) at Bridgewater State University is dedicated to reducing incidents of sexual assault and relationship violence on campus and within the community. The SVAS Center, in compliance with best practices and recommendations of Massachusetts Department of Higher Education and the CDC, uses innovative approaches to educate and create awareness around topics of sexual assault, harassment, dating and domestic violence, and stalking. To better serve, support, and ensure the safety of our BSU family, the center promotes the ideals of respect, community, responsibility, and nonviolence.

Position Information

The SVAS Center is seeking assistance in increasing its visibility on campus and providing the campus community with violence prevention education.

The SVASC Outreach Educator and Events Coordinator will help to increase awareness about sexual assault, domestic and dating violence, harassment and stalking prevention. This will be done through various approaches such as implementing awareness events and annual campaigns, coordinating resource tables, and working with campus groups to book and deliver SVASC's high quality prevention trainings. Additional integral duties include providing advocacy to survivors seeking support and resources from the SVAS Center.

Eligibility requirements:

• Must be a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student registered for a minimum of six credits for the Fall 2026 semester.
• Must have Work Study award in your financial aid package

Preferred Qualifications

Requirements

• Candidates must have excellent communication, writing, and organizational skills
• The ability to be a supportive and flexible team member
• Candidates must be dependable and punctual
• Candidates must possess a strong passion for violence prevention work.

Preferred Qualifications

• Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice or Communications majors

Physical Demands

Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 20 pounds.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

EEO Statement

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hourly Rate $15

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number Stu06007P Open Date Close Date 09/30/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

For additional information about this position or for a status update of your application, please contact:

Brandie Leach

b2leach@bridgew.edu

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• • Are you a Bridgewater State University undergraduate student enrolled in a degree program registered for at least six credits?

• Yes

• No

• • Work Study is a requirement for this position. Students who meet certain financial criteria may be awarded Work Study through financial aid. Have you been awarded Work Study as part of your financial aid package?

• Yes

• No

• • Please provide the dollar amount of your Work Study award. This information is available in your financial aid package. If you need to verify, please contact your Financial Aid Counselor or the Financial Aid Office at 508-531-1341 or finaid@bridgew.edu

(Open Ended Question)

• • Have you ever worked on campus before?

• Yes

• No

• • Please provide the days and hours you would be available to work. Hours must be outside of your scheduled class times.

(Open Ended Question)

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Class Schedule

Optional Documents

• Writing Sample