Community Events Coordinator (CSLP FWS)

Position Summary/Purpose: Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs.

GCU maintains a partnership with Callahan Care at 5115 N. 27th Avenue, Phoenix, AZ, 85017. Callahan Care provides, free of cost, several ways to the Phoenix community: free open closets, free open pantries, free furniture, free home goods, and free classes such as ESL, financial literacy, and resume building. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Callahan Care; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring).

CSLP: This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34 CFR 675.2(b). Per 34 CFR 675.2(b), community services are defined as, “Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low-income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need.” These services must be open and accessible to the community.

As an FWS-CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non-GCU community members (i.e., local residents).

Note: All FWS and FWS-CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa to be reviewed for FWS-eligibility and awarded FWS.

Primary Responsibilities /Accountabilities/ Essential Functions:

• Build and maintain partnerships with business and school leaders to coordinate donations and drives, ensuring collected items reach those in need.
• Track and report on donation efforts, highlighting community contributions and impact.
• Design and coordinate events to bring the community together, focusing on resources for those in need.
• Collaborate with local businesses, nonprofits, and community leaders to enhance event reach and impact.
• Manage social media and digital platforms to raise awareness about our services, events, and community impact.
• Develop and share engaging content that educates the public and promotes organizational initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Equipment Used and Responsibility

• MS Office Suite

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Experience/  Education

Qualifications:

• Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.
• Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility
• Previous Mentoring a plus.
• Ability to speak a second language a plus.
• Must have reliable transportation.

Experience/Education:

Grand Canyon University is committed to a student first policy. Therefore, all applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full-time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

You may be subject to termination if you fall below the minimum requirements. 

Pay Rate: Minimum Wage

Anticipated End Date: June 30, 2027