2026-27 Community Service Specialist

2026-27 Community Service Specialist 3.9 3.9 out of 5 stars 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201 Evanston Township High School 40 reviews

EVANSTON TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL

District #202 1600 Dodge Avenue Evanston, IL 60201 www.eths.k12.il.us

JOB DESCRIPTION POSITION

Community Service Specialist (Special Staff, Category 3)

REPORTS TO

Community Service Coordinator

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE

Demonstrated experience working with youth ages 14-19 Facilitation skills to effectively lead small group discussions Demonstrated experience with event or campaign planning, direct service and volunteer management, and customer service Ability to work with and cultivate positive relationships with diverse groups of young adults and staff members Possess strong and effective organizational and communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively on a team in the public school setting, with staff, students, community members and partners, visitors, and families in a fast-paced environment Possess strong and effective skills related to Microsoft Office and Google Applications Ability to compute, process, and interpret data from a variety of sources Ability to work in a student-centered environment that values equity, creativity, self-motivation, professionalism, reliability, and accountability Knowledge of Evanston and/or Chicago area non-profit organizations (preferred) Completion of mini-bus training certification [requires valid Driver's License) (preferred) Experience with graphic design and social media (preferred)

POSITION STATEMENT

As a member of the Educational Services Department, the Community Service Office supports youth involvement and leadership in taking community action. Within this role, the Specialist is tasked to provide general administrative and outreach support for all community service and civic engagement opportunities run by the Community Service Office.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assist with school-wide Community Service Initiatives through planning, logistics, and outreach. Support student access to community service opportunities within the school and external opportunities in the community. Support the development of student leaders through the department's service club and civic leadership program. Lead small and large group activities, meeting with small groups of students, encouraging student leadership and creativity. Promote and develop community service activities and projects for and with all ETHS students through, including but not limited to, a weekly bulletin, class visits, one-on-one meetings, etc. Support in the organization and execution of annual fairs Maintain records of students' community service hours Update and maintain the organization's website content Create regular social media posts as well as other marketing materials Manage administrative duties, including but not limited to, room reservations, financial record keeping, and purchasing Cr eate a welcoming space for and provide friendly and professional customer service to students, families, educators, and community organizations Complete other duties as assigned

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

: 10 months. Monday-Thursday, 8am-4:30pm; Friday, 8am-4:00pm with flexibility to work occasional evening and weekend hours as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; some climbing and balancing; some stooping, kneeling, crouching and/or crawling and significant finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 25% sitting, 50% walking and 25% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and in a generally hazard free environment. ETHS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Revised April 2025 1