Position Description//Pen Pals Coordinator, Volunteer Position/ Fall2016-Winter2017
VISION Volunteer Center
Diversity and Community Involvement
346 Student Center
734.487.9611
VISION@emich.edu
www.emich.edu/vision
Position Description
Pen Pals Coordinator, Volunteer Position- Fall 2016-Winter 2017
Start Date: September 7 (with expectation of attendance at DCI Student Staff Training, 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.
Pen Pals Coordinator, Volunteer Position- Expectations/Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator of the VISION Volunteer Center the Pen Pals
Coordinator, Volunteer Position expectations and responsibilities include but are not limited to:
● Hold 3-5 office hours per week
● Build and maintain relationships with local elementary school teachers who participate in
Pen Pals program
● Set schedule for letter pick ups, drop offs, and due dates for the year
● Schedule and facilitate Pen Pals trainings during Fall semester
● Select and train classroom leaders
● With the classroom leaders, pro-read all letters before delivery
● Support and assist program participants in recording service hours
● Plan end of year Meet and Greet with classroom teachers
● Represent VISION and the Pen Pals program specifically in various settings
(Eaglepalooza, etc.)
● Attend at least two meetings per semester with the VISION Volunteer Center
Coordinator
Position Description//Pen Pals Coordinator, Volunteer Position/ Fall2016-Winter2017
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Pen Pals Coordinator, Volunteer Position - Qualifications
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Community service, community engagement, and volunteer experience (specifically Pen
Pals experience) strongly preferred
Flexible and able to work with the schedules of multiple people
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 5 hours per week. This is a volunteer position.
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.