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Assistant Director of the Gender & LGBTQIA Center for Gender-based Violence Prevention & Training

Requisition Number: 20122418
Type of Employment: Full-Time Regular
Number of Months:
Months Employed: June - May
Number of Hours per Day/Week: 40/week
Daily Hours:

Summary Position
The Assistant Director of the Gender & LGBTQIA Center for Gender-based Violence Prevention & Training is the project director for the Office of Violence Against Women's Campus Grant project at Elon University. The goal of the Elon: Connect. Prevent. Transform. project is to build capacity and enhance the quality of prevention and response for all students, especially those with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC identities. This position supports the advancement of awareness and education of sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking (gender-based violence - GBV) response and prevention resources through enhancing strategic partnerships and campus programs. The Assistant Director coordinates collaborative and intentional training for campus and community partners to deepen expertise in survivor response and prevention efforts. This position supervises peer educator/mentor positions for BIPOC and fraternity/sorority communities, delivers educational programs, develops accessible resources, and oversees the assessment of grant activities. The Assistant Director partners across administration, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community to support, advocate, and educate around gender-based violence to create an inclusive, safe and healthy campus community committed to equity, justice and academic excellence. This position is a three-year grant project, funded through September 2025, with a possible extension through 2028.

Benefits of Working at Elon University

As an Elon University employee, you'll join an internationally acclaimed university with a commitment to fostering a thriving community. Ranked among the most innovative, creative and best-run universities in the nation, Elon's personal approach to education extends to employees, whose growth, professional development and success is a hallmark of our training and advancement opportunities.

Elon University's home is the charming town of Elon, North Carolina, a small, friendly community located a short distance from the beach and the mountains, and among the vibrant cities of Greensboro, Raleigh and Durham. In addition to the beautiful canopy of historic oak trees iconic to our campus, you'll find boundless opportunities for family-friendly recreation, cultural events and outdoor activities. Hiking, water sports, fine dining and entertainment are just a few of the many happenings in the Elon area, making the region one of the nation's premier travel destinations.

Employees at Elon enjoy a generous and comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 28 annual days off, including holidays and vacation.
• Immediate tuition remission for employees.
• Retirement plan with an 8 percent contribution from the university.
• Immediate eligibility for health, dental and vision insurance, along with free acute care and lab services at our onsite Health & Wellness Clinic.
• Free use of campus fitness facilities.
• Free admission to musical and theater performances, guest speakers, religious and ethnic observances, recitals, art exhibitions, entertainment and our Division I Phoenix athletics.
• Eligibility for tuition remission at Elon for spouses, qualifying domestic partners and dependents begins at three years of service. After four years of employment, eligibility begins for participation in the Tuition Exchange, a national scholarship exchange program that enables dependents to enroll in nationally recognized partner colleges and universities.

Elon values and celebrates the diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and perspectives of our community members. As an equal opportunity employer, Elon's principles of diversity extend to race and gender identity, age, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, religion, and other aspects of one's identity. At Elon, our employees respect human differences, passion for lifelong learning, emphasis on personal integrity and an ethic of service.

Education Requirements
Bachelors degree required - field of study: social work, public health, gender and sexuality studies, or related field. Masters degree preferred in higher education, student personnel, social work, public health, gender and sexuality studies, or related field.

Degree/Major: higher education, student personnel, social work, public health, gender and sexuality studies, or related field.
Length of Experience: At least one (1) year of post-bachelors experience in victim-survivor advocacy, sexual or relationship violence prevention, gender, sexuality, or identity-based center or a related functional area required. Part-time, volunteer, or employment experience with emergency response and advocacy programs for victim-survivors of interpersonal violence is preferred. Preferred masters degree in higher education, student personnel, social work, public health, counseling, psychology, gender and sexuality studies, or related field and 1-2 years of experience (including graduate assistantships/apprenticeships) is strongly preferred.
Supervisory Experience: No

Supervisory Experience Detail


Special Skills or Experience
- Understanding of trauma, identity and oppression frameworks, and the ability to integrate and apply this knowledge to victim-survivor advocacy and response work- Experience navigating difficult situations, working effectively with multiple stakeholders, and balancing competing stakeholder needs, expectations, and resource availability- Ability to utilize student development theory to design, implement, and evaluate effective programs, services, and interventions- Strong oral and written communication skills- Experience working with diverse populations and commitment to equity and inclusion- Demonstrated experience building partnerships and relating effectively with a diverse range of constituents and stakeholders- Strong organizational and project management skills- Commitment to, knowledge of, and experience with anti-oppression work and education, especially related to gender-based violence, LGBTQIA identities, and BIPOC identities- Prior training and experience serving survivors of sexual and relationship violence and/or working in violence prevention- Knowledge and ability to supervise, train, and manage student employees or volunteers- Commitment to divisional and university priorities for mentoring, leadership and skill development, inclusive excellence, wellness and well-being, vibrant residential campus experience, civic engagement, and continuous improvement and operational excellence

Special Instructions to Applicants


Posting Date: 12/14/2022
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes

General Purpose of Position
The Assistant Director of the Gender & LGBTQIA Center for Gender-based Violence Prevention & Training is the project director for the Office of Violence Against Womens Campus Grant project at Elon University. The goal of the Elon: Connect. Prevent. Transform. project is to build capacity and enhance the quality of prevention and response for all students, especially those with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC identities. This position supports the advancement of awareness and education of sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking (gender-based violence - GBV) response and prevention resources through enhancing strategic partnerships and campus programs. The Assistant Director coordinates collaborative and intentional training for campus and community partners to deepen expertise in survivor response and prevention efforts. This position supervises peer educator/mentor positions for BIPOC and fraternity/sorority communities, delivers educational programs, develops accessible resources, and oversees the assessment of grant activities. The Assistant Director partners across administration, faculty, staff, alumni, and the community to support, advocate, and educate around gender-based violence to create an inclusive, safe and healthy campus community committed to equity, justice and academic excellence. This position is a three year grant project, funded through September 2025, with a possible extension through 2028

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
1. Strategic & Collaborative Leadership Serve as a visible campus leader, coordinator, and advocate for education and prevention of sexual violence, relationship abuse, and stalking Create and maintain strategic partnerships that advance victim-survivor services and resources, including with law enforcement, campus disciplinary offices, legal services, health care, and community response agencies Co-lead the Coordinated Community Response team of campus and community stakeholders, with the goals to strengthen victim services collaboration, deepen expertise and training, and promote prevention education among members and campus programs Work closely with community partners such as CrossRoads Sexual Assault Response & Resource Center, Family Abuse Services of Alamance County, the Family Justice Center of Alamance County and the Guilford Green Foundation and LGBTQ Center in Greensboro to enhance victim advocacy and schedule training education programs Collaborate with campus and community partners, especially local police departments, the Title IX Office, and community victim advocacy agencies, to assess protocol and to design, coordinate and implement annual trainings for law enforcement and members of campus disciplinary boards Ensure campus and community partner attendance at required OVW Technical Assistance Institutes Consult and advise campus and community partners on strategies and resources that support victim-survivors Assist the Associate Director of the GLC with the gender violence prevention, education, and climate plan for the campus in partnership with campus and community partners, including the Title IX Office, the Office for Inclusive Excellence Education and Development, and the Sexual Assault & Gender Issues CouncilAssist with the maintenance of MOUs with relevant campus and community partners
2. Educational Programs Management Assist with the implementation and continuous improvement of incoming student education on sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking awareness and prevention Manage the tracking and follow-up for the mandatory incoming student education program on sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking Hire, train, supervise, evaluate, and mentor grant-funded Peer Mentors for BIPOC and fraternity/sorority communities who are part of the GLCs student team (the Coalition for Learning, Empowerment & Anti-Violence Resources) for sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking prevention and education, Adapt and implement workshops on supporting survivors and cultural competency for supporting LGBTQ+ and BIPOC survivors Develop and implement the Survivor Support Allies program, providing ongoing education and support for faculty and staff members who support survivors Create and manage a program of Residence Assistant Ambassadors to infuse information on gender-based violence resources, education, and prevention into first-year residence hall communities Partner with the Guilford Green Foundation & LGBTQ Center in Greensboro to support the development and activities of the Intern for GBV Training and PartnershipProvide consultation and serve in a connector role for student groups with goals around gender-based violence prevention and violence response, including SPACE: Students Promoting Advocacy, Change & Empowerment, EFFECT: Elon Feminists, and SPARKS Peer Health Education
3. Resource Development Create and adapt online and print materials to enhance accessibility for survivors of all identities, especially LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and survivors with disabilitiesDevelop, maintain and continuously update a database of resources for victim-survivors, including resources specifically for LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and survivors with disabilities4. Administration, Assessment & Grant Management Engage in continuous learning of DOJ, OVW and related technical assistant providers processes and resources Maintain regular and consistent communication with OVW Grant Manager and Technical Assistance Providers Attend all required Technical Assistance Institutes Track and document all program attendance Complete and submit semi-annual grant performance reportsEnsure the tracking of all grant-related expenses and work closely with the Grants Accountant for submission of quarterly reports 5. Additional Responsibilities Support departmental strategic planning, goal setting, priority completion, evaluation and assessment, and data-driven decision making Support departmental and university events, including, but not limited to: Convocations, Commencement, Family Weekend, and events related to Admissions and/or New Student Orientation Serve on university, divisional, or departmental committees, task forces, and search committees Plan and attend internal and external professional development opportunitiesOther related duties as assigned by Associate Director of the GLC



Education and Experience
Completed bachelors degree and at least 3 years of post-bachelors experience in victim-survivor advocacy, sexual or relationship violence prevention, gender, sexuality, or identity-based center or a related functional area required. Part-time, volunteer, or employment experience with emergency response and advocacy programs for victim-survivors of interpersonal violence is preferred. Completed masters degree in higher education, student personnel, social work, public health, counseling, psychology, gender and sexuality studies, or related field and 1-2 years of experience (including graduate assistantships/apprenticeships) is strongly preferred.

Does this position require driving for the university? Yes

Additional Information


To apply, visit https://elon.peopleadmin.com/postings/9263

Elon University is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to a diverse faculty, staff and student body and welcomes all applicants.

Elon University has built a national reputation as a premier student-centered arts and sciences university that values strong relationships between students and their faculty and staff mentors. Elon is ranked among the top-100 National Universities by U.S. News & World Report, with a No. 1 ranking for excellence in undergraduate teaching and No. 9 for innovation. Global engagement is central to Elons experience and the Institute of International Education has ranked the institution No. 1 in the nation for study abroad for 16 straight years.In addition, Elon is the only university in the nation ranked in the top-20 by U.S. News for excellence in all eight academic programs 'Focused on Student Success.' Elons more than 7,000 students prepare to become the resilient, ambitious and ethical leaders the world needs, putting their knowledge into action on campus, in the community and around the globe.







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