Coordinator, Certificate in Faith-based Community Organizing for

Climate Justice Position Category:

Staff (Non-Exempt)

FLSA:

Non-exempt FTE:

0.5

Location:

Remote University Background:

The mission of California Lutheran University is to educate leaders for a global society who are strong in character and judgment, confident in their identity and vocation, and committed to service and justice. Founded in 1959 in beautiful Ventura County, the university has an enrollment of about 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students who come from across the nation and around the world from a diversity of backgrounds, cultures and faiths. As a federally recognized Hispanic-Serving Institution, Cal Lutheran is looking for candidates with a dedication to and success in working in diverse communities. The university is committed to an inclusive learning and work environment that values individual differences and respects each person's dignity.

Basic Function:

The Coordinator of the Certificate in Faith-based Community Organizing for Climate Justice coordinates the planning, promotion, and teaching of the Certificate in Faith-based Community Organizing for Climate Justice. This certificate is a 9-month, online program for teams of 3-6 individuals from congregations, synods, or other community groups to gain community organizing skills and implement a project in their community that furthers climate justice. Primary areas for initiative and focus are developing and teaching a curriculum that follows a three-week rhythm of workshop, small-group coaching, and practice, guiding teams to bring what they've learned into meaningful action in their own communities.

Representative Duties:

Update the curriculum for the Certificate in Faith-based Community Organizing for Climate Justice annually in collaboration with the Center for Climate Justice and Faith Leadership Circle. Coordinate identification/promotion/outreach to recruit teams in collaboration with The Center for Climate Justice and Faith, ELCA World Hunger, and others Collect and organize applications Coordinate review of applications and decisions regarding acceptance in collaboration with Center for Climate Justice and Faith Leadership Circle Plan and lead community organizing trainings for approximately five teams of 3-5 individuals every three weeks Organize and facilitate coaching sessions via zoom with those approximately five teams every three weeks Collect and research material for on-going curriculum enhancement and assessment Identify and engage programmatic resource people as needed Maintain participant relations (before, during, and long after course ends) Ensure consistent communication with participants and respond to issues as they arise Build on-going support and alumni networks in collaboration with Alumni Accompaniment Coordinator Collaborate with other members of the Center's Leadership Circle, as a member of that Circle, in monthly meetings and other venues. Communicate with Center Assistant Director regarding work with CLU offices in the following arenas: application, registration, and financial aid program approval through CPE issuing credentials

Knowledge Of:

Community Organizing theory and practice, and faith-based community organizing networks Social movements and theory related to climate justice Disaster preparedness and response theory and networks Online learning modules and technologies (or willingness and ability to gain that familiarity before beginning the position) Social media outreach and responsible communication norms

Ability To:

Implement a Community Organizing Campaign Train and lead trainings regarding the arts of community organizing (e.g. one-to-ones, listening campaigns,power analysis) Promote a program with possible sponsors of teams (e.g.synods, congregations, denominations outside of the ELCA) Set priorities, organize tasks, and meet deadlines Work in a collaborative mutually supportive team Take initiative and work independently in a leadership role Facilitate group discussions while building community

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a related field and/or 3+ years of experience Excellent problem-solving skills Strong customer service skills Proficiency with office and presentation design software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.) Track record in faith-based or other broad-based community organizing

Preferred Qualifications:

Licenses and Other Requirements:

None Physical Abilities:

Detect to understand appropriate written correspondence; operate a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer; communicate to exchange information in person, in writing, on the telephone and by email; stationary position for extended periods of time; move or transport light objects; position self to store and/or retrieve files

Working Environment:

Office Environment Hiring Range 30.00

Posting Number:

Staff005612022

Open Date:

09/10/2026

Close Date:

09/27/2026 Application Procedure/Special Instructions To apply, visit https://careers.callutheran.edu/postings/13587 California Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment for all persons, regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by applicable law. No person shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in any program, activity or facility of the University on the basis of these factors in a manner consistent with applicable federal and state laws, regulations, ordinances, orders and rules, and University's policies, procedures, and processes. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process can be provided to individuals with qualifying disabilities. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information or to request an accommodation. je-1d71d37fa7a14377b82f61679b555277