VISION Volunteer Center

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Position Description/Major Projects Coordinator/SPSU2016-Winter2017
VISION Volunteer Center
Diversity and Community Involvement
346 Student Center
734.487.9611
VISION@emich.edu
www.emich.edu/vision
Position Description
Major Projects Coordinator- SP/SU 2016-Winter 2017
Start Date: SP/SU 2016, specific date TBD
About the VISION Volunteer Center
VISION Volunteer Center aims to provide students with the opportunity to engage with
communities through holistic service opportunities, mutually beneficial community partnerships,
and immersion programs that coincide with and enhance students' academic and personal goals.
VISION also aims to provide community based and active citizenship education, while fostering
an inclusive space that helps students lead productive, socially conscious lives. VISION
Volunteer Center's mission aligns with the mission, vision, and themes of Eastern Michigan
University and the university Strategic Plan. For additional information about us and our
program, please visit our website at www.emich.edu/vision.
Major Projects Coordinator- Expectations/Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator of the VISION Volunteer Center the
expectations and responsibilities for the Major Projects Coordinator include but are not limited
to:
● Plan and implement all aspects of large one-day service events (Community Plunge,
MKL Day of Service, etc.)- taking on the specific role of coordinating on-campus efforts
(i.e. recruitment, fund raising, etc. )
● Plan and implement all aspects of various other VISION programs as needed (these may
include, but are not limited to, staff volunteer days, Community Conversations events,
Food Drives, Giving Trees, etc.)
● Assist individuals and groups with coordinating service activities (sites, education, etc.)
as needed
● Represent VISION in various settings (Eaglepalooza, etc.)
● Attend weekly supervisory meeting with VISION coordinator and weekly staff meeting
● Other tasks as needed
Major Projects Coordinator- Qualifications
Position Description/Major Projects Coordinator/SPSU2016-Winter2017
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Community service, community engagement, and volunteer experience strongly preferred
Passion for social justice
Enrolled in at least 6 credit hours each term
Cumulative EMU GPA of 2.5 or greater (must be maintained throughout the duration of
employment)
Hours and Compensation
Approximately 10 hours per week. Please note that you cannot work more than 10 hours per
week in this position without first clearing it with the VISION Volunteer Center Coordinator.
$8.50/hr.
Please note: If you are interested in this position as either a work study or internship role, please
let the VISION Volunteer Center Coordinator know.
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