Assistant Director/Violence Against Women Prevention Program Director

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Women's Center Director, the Women's Center Assistant Director (UCP 6), provides program implementation, management, and administrative coordination for the Violence Against Women Prevention Program (VAWPP), with a focus on peer education and community awareness events. This role is 70% focused on educational programming and 30% on advocacy and support services. The position provides leadership and sets priorities for VAWPP as a signature program of the Women's Center.

While gender-based violence is the primary focus of this position, the expectation is that the role is also integrated into the overall gender equity work of the Center, which provides education, advocacy, and support services on campus through an intersectional lens.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The VAWPP Coordinator oversees the following core functions: 

• The recruitment, training, and supervision of the VAWPP Peer Facilitators who conduct the mandatory Consent 201 workshops in the First Year Experience (FYE) courses;
• The recruitment, training, and supervision of the Men's Project Facilitators;
• The recruitment, training, and supervision of the Greeks Against Sexual Assault (GASA) Facilitators; and
• The design, marketing, and delivery of VAWPP and relevant and accessible training and educational programs related to addressing and preventing all forms of gender-based violence, including but not limited to planning, organizing and overseeing all activities for annual Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

Other Responsibilities:

• Provide institutional advocacy (i.e. advocates for systemic program and policy changes that work towards the prevention of gender-based violence) through collaborative, multidisciplinary, committee work to identify and fill gaps in training, education, and resources available to all campus constituents;
• Provide immediate short-term crisis counseling, support, advocacy, and/or resource/referral information, as needed to students, staff, and faculty;
• Assist in the planning, coordinating, and marketing of programs for the Women's Center;
• Participate in the planning, development and implementation of grant proposals; and
• Responsible for various administrative duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Bachelor's degree in academic discipline appropriate to the field of specialization (including, but not limited to WGSS, Political Science/Public Policy, Social Work, Law, Higher Education and Student Affairs, Ethnic Studies) and a minimum of five years of professional experience related to gender equity/gender-based violence; OR a Master's degree in academic discipline appropriate to the field of specialization and a minimum of 3 years of professional experience related to gender equity/gender-based violence. In either case, the required professional experience must include at least one year of experience serving as an advanced team member.
2. Demonstrated experience training, mentoring, supervising, or coordinating staff, volunteers, peer educators, student employees, or other program participants.
3. Experience providing support, advocacy, referral, crisis intervention, or case management services related to gender-based violence, victim services, student support, or a closely related area. 
4. Proven ability to design and facilitate effective curriculum, training programs, or educational workshops. 
5. Demonstrated experience working with diverse constituencies, reflecting the many dimensions of diversity represented on a university campus, including cultural and racial backgrounds, socioeconomic backgrounds, identities, lived experiences, affiliations, and student populations such as student-athletes, members of Greek-letter organizations, veterans, first-generation students, or others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. Master’s Degree in academic discipline appropriate to the field of specialization (including, but not limited to WGSS, Political Science/Public Policy, Social Work, Law, Higher Education and Student Affairs, Ethnic Studies).
2. Comprehensive knowledge of the dynamics of gender-based violence including current practice and literature related to gender-based violence prevention and intervention.
3. Proven experience in setting programmatic vision, leading others in realizing said vision, and building relationships with key stakeholders.
4. Proven experience collaborating, troubleshooting, problem solving, and working to exchange ideas and resolve complex situations.
5. Demonstrated experience providing coaching, feedback, guidance, or instruction. 
6. Proven experience in program planning, promotion, outreach, or marketing.
7. Professional experience related to diversity and inclusion and/or higher education and student affairs.
8. Experience with assessment and program evaluation.
9. Experience with grant writing and management.
10. Domestic violence/sexual assault counselor/advocate certification.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS 

The hiring range for this position is $67,666 to $87,966. An offer of employment, if made, will be commensurate with the successful candidate’s skill and experience, as determined by the University. 

For more information about benefits and other offerings available to University employees, we encourage you to review the Human Resources website and explore the sections under the Benefits & Leaves header at the top of the page. Under Benefits & Leaves, select Benefits to access an overview as well as additional information on topics such as paid time off, benefits, retirement, and other resources. As you explore these pages, please note that this position is covered by the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA) and look for information specifically identified for UCPEA, as provisions may vary by employee group. 

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent position. Other rights, terms, and conditions of employment are contained in the collective bargaining agreement between the University of Connecticut and the University of Connecticut Professional Employees Association (UCPEA).

TO APPLY

Please apply online at Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499892 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references. Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet the stated minimum qualifications, and any preferred qualifications they may possess, in their application materials.

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. 

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on November 27, 2026.

All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics.

All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community.

The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, age, sex, marital status, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disabilities, veteran’s status, status as a victim of domestic violence and/or sexual assault and/or trafficking in persons as defined by Connecticut law, prior conviction of a crime, workplace hazards to the reproductive systems, or gender identity or expression.

The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO employer including for Disability and Veteran status.