Community Partnership Coordinator Student Worker (CSLP FWS)

Position Summary/Purpose:

Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs. GCU maintains a partnership with Callahan Care at 5115 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85017. Callahan Care provides, free of cost, several ways to the Phoenix community: free open closets, free open pantries, free furniture, free home goods, and free classes such as ESL, financial literacy, and resume building. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Callahan Care; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring). CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b), community services are defined as, "Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need." These services must be open and accessible to the community. As an FWS-CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e., local residents). Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:

• Partner with other nonprofits to integrate their services in order to better service communities/areas
• Maintain relationships with nonprofit partners to schedule and ensure participation in community service events
• Ensure proper inventory management
• Resolve concerns of partnered schools
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

• MS Office Suite

Supervisory Responsibilities

N/A

Experience/Education Qualifications

Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.

Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility

Previous Mentoring a plus.

Ability to speak a second language a plus.

Must have reliable transportation.

Experience/Education

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.
• You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements.

Pay Rate

Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date

June 30, 2027

GCU's Christian worldview

GCU's Christian worldview has shaped the university's mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ-centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values.

University values diversity

The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities and veterans.

At GCU, working professionals may find their purpose in ways marked by compassion, service, integrity and concern for the common good.

Employment screening

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre-employment screening activities, including a background check.