Campus Advocate

Position Summary The LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center has a dynamic work environment that provides a variety of opportunities to assist and support students and to work collaboratively with campus partners. The ideal candidate must have the ability to work independently, be well organized, and creative. They will be empowered to utilize critical thinking and analytical skills to effectively provide support services to students and UNM community members seeking advocacy and navigation of UNM and community systems and resources. This position is for someone that enjoys working both independently and as a team member utilizing their analytical and problem‑solving skills as well as strong interpersonal and communication skills. Under the close mentorship of the director of the Advocacy Center, this position undertakes a range of ongoing activities and assigned projects of varying levels of complexity within the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center. In addition, this position will work as a member of the Dean of Students Office staff, directly working with colleagues both inside and outside of the office in the planning and implementation of advocacy, projects, and tasks. The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in: Building a network and contacts through various organizations to better provide support services Public speaking and group facilitation Creating and updating training modules Initiating research and finding solutions to problems brought forward Initiating process improvement or solutions to issues they observe Communicating at various levels and scopes of work (dealing with students, faculty, staff, parents, and community members) Responsibilities Provide professional and confidential crisis response, advocacy, accompaniment, and referral services to survivors of all forms of violence, including sexual assault, intimate partner violence, stalking, sexual harassment, and other issues to facilitate and promote individual recovery and success. Be responsible for complying with federal and state regulations, such as the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Title IX, and Clery Act. Provide in-person and virtual large group and small group training/workshops. Facilitate several university processes within the LoboRESPECT Advocacy Center including absence notifications, faculty communication, resource navigation, short‑term disabilities, and semester withdrawals and will participate in various university committees related to sexual misconduct training and response. Works closely with all center staff to promote/market the center including promotional materials, educational materials, training manuals, newsletters, and/or brochures, as appropriate to the program. Provides support to department staff in the development and implementation of programming administered through the department. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a directly related field; at least 3 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified. Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year‑for‑year basis. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree preferred. At least two years of experience with providing specific support and advocacy on topics related to, but not limited to, sexual misconduct, domestic violence, intimate partner violence, stalking, and other traumatic experiences and/or events. Knowledge of prevention education principles and research. Ability to work with a variety of constituents on culturally sensitive topics. Experience working with students, student organizations, and parents and families in a university setting. Conditions of Employment Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job. Benefits This is a benefits eligible position. The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. Background Check Requirement Background checks required. The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions to pass a pre‑employment background check, including a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. Equal Opportunity and Veteran Preference Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. 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