Prevention Specialist

Bachelor’s degree Reporting to the Assistant Director of Engagement and Prevention, the Prevention Specialist is responsible for the implementation of research-based and effective primary prevention programs and initiatives focused on interpersonal violence (sexual assault, relationship abuse, stalking, and sexual harassment) for UNH-Durham undergraduate and graduate students. The Prevention Specialist facilitates a wide range of prevention programs on topics including consent, bystander intervention, and healthy relationships for both general student audiences and specific student groups and populations such as student leaders, Fraternity and Sorority Life, and student athletes. The Prevention Specialist also supervises and manages the education & engagement student employees and volunteers. The Prevention Specialist also contributes to the advocacy drop-in rotation within the SHARPP Center, providing direct services to individuals impacted by interpersonal violence as needed. This position requires self-scheduled evening and weekend commitments throughout the year. Duties/Responsibilities Prevention & Engagement Education (70%) Under the direction of the Assistant Director of Engagement and Prevention, serve as the main Prevention and Engagement facilitator for the UNH-Durham campus, including: Delivering remote and in-person prevention and engagement programming to undergraduate and graduate student audiences Facilitating the SHARPP Center’s primary prevention programming on topics such as consent, bystander intervention, and healthy relationships Facilitating SHARPP Center outreach and engagement programming, such as SHARPP 101 and SHARPP Jeopardy Supporting prevention and engagement programming on the UNH Manchester and UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law campuses as needed Manage the coordination of program requests, including outreach to campus partners, scheduling, and logistics Serve as a member of the SHARPP Center Prevention & Engagement team: Assist the Assistant Director of Engagement and Prevention with the planning, organizing, and facilitating of engagement efforts, awareness campaigns, and special events as needed Provide input on outreach and engagement materials, such as brochures and resource pamphlets Contribute to the overall vision of Prevention and Engagement for the SHARPP Center through attendance at Prevention & Engagement Team meetings, vision setting, and goal planning activities Maintain awareness of trends, research and best practices in IPV prevention education, including through professional development opportunities and peer-reviewed research, and ensure that the SHARPP Center’s prevention offerings and learning outcomes are aligned with best practice Collect and submit program data related to prevention & engagement initiatives as required by grant funding: Attend NHCADSV Prevention Educator monthly meetings to represent the SHARPP Center and receive relevant updates and information regarding expectations for data, reporting, and compliance under relevant grants and program standards Assist with updating and submitting the SHARPP Center Rape Prevention Education (RPE) grant worksheets as required by the NHCADSV Supervision & Volunteer Management (20%) Supervise 1-2 SHARPP Center Education and Engagement undergraduate, part-time student employees With the support of the Assistant Director of Engagement and Prevention, recruit, train, onboard, & manage the pool of 20-30 Community Educator student volunteers: Plan & co-facilitate the annual “SHARPP Center Leaders Institute” training summit for new Community Educators Support coordination of annual volunteer appreciation & recognition events Confidential Advocacy (10%) Provide remote and in-person advocacy to UNH students, faculty and staff who have experienced interpersonal violence as needed Participate in the SHARPP Center advocacy coverage rotation, responding to drop-ins, helpline calls, and appointments Provide accompaniment, transportation, and support for survivors undergoing university disciplinary processes, sexual assault forensic exams, court appearances, and police interviews as needed by clients Participate in biweekly SHARPP Center case review team meetings led by the Assistant Director of Advocacy Collect and track data related to direct services provided per grant requirements Assist the Assistant Director of Advocacy and Survivor Advocate with the training of volunteer Peer Advocates as needed Requirements Minimum Acceptable Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree 2-4 years professional experience working on interpersonal violence prevention or related experience with primary prevention, public health, education, training and curriculum, and/or workshop facilitation Required Licenses & Certifications Confidentiality under NH RSA 173:C (30+ hours of training by a New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence crisis center) or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire (training can be provided by the SHARPP Center) Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Experience with delivering trainings or facilitating workshops; ability to comfortably educate audiences of various sizes and demographics around complex topics Ability to work autonomously and in a self-directed capacity; Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and follow-through Working knowledge of consent, bystander intervention, and interpersonal violence prevention theories and approaches Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities while maintaining a positive outlook and working effectively in a collaborative environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft 365, especially PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Outlook Other Requirements Successful completion of background check and motor vehicle records check required Ability to work self-scheduled nights and weekends as needed to fulfill program requests for student audiences Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree, preferably in public health, public policy, education, human services, social work, gender studies, recreation administration, or another related field In-depth knowledge of interpersonal violence, Title IX, Clery Act, primary prevention strategies, the socio-ecological model of public health, and/or power-conscious frameworks Experience working in a college/university setting Experience with curriculum development and/or instructional design Experience designing and updating Learning Management System content (Canvas or equivalent) Experience supervising or managing students and/or volunteers The University of New Hampshire is an R1 Carnegie classification research institution providing comprehensive, high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs of distinction. UNH is located in Durham on a 188-acre campus, 60 miles north of Boston and 8 miles from the Atlantic coast and is convenient to New Hampshire’s lakes and mountains. There is a student enrollment of 13,000 students, with a full‑time faculty of over 600, offering 90 undergraduate and more than 70 graduate programs. The University actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry. EEO Statement The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status. Compensation Pay Range $47,920.00 - $85,410.00 The pay range for this position is listed above. Actual offer will be based on skills, qualifications, experience, and internal equity, in addition to relevant business considerations. More information on benefits can be found here: USNH Employee Benefits | Human Resources Location Durham #J-18808-Ljbffr University of New Hampshire