Kalamazoo College is a community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are committed to making an exceptional place to learn, live, and work. At Kalamazoo College, cultivating a profound sense of belonging and advancing meaningful inclusivity are foundational to who we are and what we do. Individuals who share similar commitments are invited to apply for employment. Overview This position provides an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate of a liberal arts college to attain professional experience in the field of civic engagement. In collaboration with CCE staff, the Post Baccalaureate Fellow (PBF) will enhance the quality of civic engagement programs through data collection and aggregation, facilitation of structured reflection for Civic Engagement Scholars (CESs) and program participants, development of communications, and event planning. Qualified candidates for this benefits-eligible, full-time position will have hands-on experience in undergraduate civic engagement programs and/or courses that embody critical approaches to community-based learning. Preference will be given to a graduate of Kalamazoo College, ideally having worked with the CCE. Reporting to the CCE director, this is approximately a one-year appointment (summer 2026-summer 2027) with possible renewal for a second year, contingent upon department needs. Primary consideration will be given to applications received by August 26 . The successful candidate will begin work on a mutually agreeable date. Nature of duties

Data Collection:

Coordinate collection of quantitative and qualitative impact data from students, faculty, and community partners. Support quarterly and annual data aggregation and assessment. In collaboration with staff, support CESs with program assessment and implementation of methods of data collection.

Structured Reflection:

Create and maintain a structured reflection resource archive for student-led program reflections. Support CESs in developing and facilitating structured reflections with program participants. Attend student-led program structured reflections and provide feedback and coaching to CESs. Support planning and facilitation of CES structured reflections and workshops.

Communications:

Create content for, maintain and consistently update CCE social media accounts. Assist with CCE website updates. Collect, organize and maintain an archive of CCE photos, videos, interviews, quotes, etc. Maintain CCE bulletin boards. Support campus-wide communications, including creating content for campus screen carousels, Hornet Hive announcements, etc.

Program and Event Support:

Assist with program transportation as needed. Support planning and facilitation of annual CES orientation. Support planning of CCE events, including First Year Forums, outreach and recruitment events, and program field trips, among others. Support Community Building Internships program, including orientation planning curriculum preparation, and structured reflection planning and facilitation Support course-based partnerships with data collection, special event planning, and other needed administrative tasks. Assist with coordination of program-specific application processes including background checks. Research best practices and new ideas for civic engagement from the field; in collaboration with colleagues, identify opportunities for program improvement. Service to the

College:

Serve on College committees; contribute to ongoing work on diversity and inclusion Attend and present at Admissions, Advancement, and First Year Experience programs, as needed.

Administrative Duties:

Assist the Operations Manager with transportation coordination and biweekly timesheet management for student workers, as needed. Qualifications This entry-level position, for a recent graduate of Kalamazoo College, builds upon their experiences with civic engagement, preferably in a leadership role. The successful candidate will also demonstrate many, but necessarily all, of the following skills, abilities, and characteristics. If you think your skillset could contribute to our departmental program, please still apply. Demonstrated success with complex program and event planning and logistics Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience working with diverse communities on and off campus, and desire to build inclusive and just communities Experience with data collection and analysis A history of social justice involvement, including knowledge of issues such as educational and health equity, youth empowerment, community organizing, food justice, etc. Knowledge of community-engaged learning in higher education Considerable experience with/or ability to learn Google Drive, Microsoft Office suite, Colleague, Word Press, Canva, and Instagram Comfort with ambiguity, and ability to work nimbly in a fast-paced and constantly changing environment Willingness to learn on the job; high degree of initiative and flexibility Desire to work collaboratively About Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college known for rigorous academics and offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings with the majority of our graduates participating in study abroad. Kalamazoo College is committed to the liberal arts and sciences, experiential education, freedom of individual conscience and celebration of diversity and inclusion. It is one of the nation's 100 oldest colleges and universities and a thought leader and innovator in higher education. The campus of Kalamazoo College is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 261,000, which supports multiple college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations and sports teams. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown, outstanding restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly activities. The city is home to the Kalamazoo Promise, which covers up to 100% tuition and fees at Michigan colleges, universities, and trade schools for graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools. Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. An equal opportunity employer, Kalamazoo College is committed to equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal protection under the law. Please be invited to review our full EEO statement by visiting https://www.kzoo.edu/about/nondiscrimination-policy/. To provide a safe and secure educational environment, Kalamazoo College conducts criminal background reviews on all people who receive an offer of employment. Kalamazoo College is an E-Verify participating employer. Please select Notice and Rights for more information.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible schedule Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person