Project Corrdinator

Under the direction of the Project Manager, the Project Coordinator (PC) performs the day-to-day operation of CALCASAs Training and Technical Support services (TTA). The Project Coordinator is responsible for the overall contact and support of members, (e.g. local rape crisis centers), allied professionals, and CALCASAs national constituents in their utilization of TTA. The Project Coordinator must excel at technological support using CALCASAs web site, email groups, teleconference, web conference, database, e-mail and other systems in order to implement the technical assistance service to member and constituency groups. This position involves working on sexual assault intervention and services in various settings and in connection with many systems. CALCASA serves audiences that include groups that work with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), colleges/universities, sport, labor/unions, law enforcement and military, at the statewide and national level.

This position will focus primarily on support to colleges and universities to develop, implement and evaluate systems to address and prevent sexual violence. This position requires project management skills, excellent interpersonal skills and extensive travel providing on-site technical assistance to CALCASAs constituents. This is a full-time, exempt position based in CALCASAs Pasadena office.

Requirements

• B.A. or M.A. (preferred) in relevant field required. Extensive experience, demonstrated skills, and aptitude considered in lieu of education.
• Demonstrated experience (minimum three years) in managing and/delivering programs, preferably in a community-based agency and/or rape crisis/dual center.
• Must complete a California rape crisis center sexual assault victim counselor training upon hire, if not already attended.
• Demonstrated relationship-building and communication skills. Ability to maintain cooperative and professional demeanor with rape crisis center staff, agency staff/board, vendors, consultants, allied professionals, and members of the public. Enjoyment in interacting with people and creating an accessible environment. Excellent customer relations approach.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• In depth knowledge of issues related to sexual assault intervention and prevention as well as rape crisis center service standards and operations.
• Ability to speak and write Spanish (preferred.)
• Experience conducting research utilizing a wide range of sources including printed material, internet, databases, and identification of alternative information sources.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Experience delivering oral presentations to diverse professionals and audiences, including workshops and presentations.
• Excellent technical writing and research skills.
• Ability to recognize and identify information of value to rape crisis centers and/or sexual assault prevention programs. Ability to synthesize information to ensure usefulness to rape crisis centers and/or sexual assault prevention programs.
• Knowledge and application of database and word-processing systems including Microsoft Office, social media, and other online resources.
• Must be organized, flexible, and multi-task oriented. Able to identify and respond to shifting priorities. A self-starter that can work within a team environment and handle a variety of tasks with urgent deadlines. Must be detail oriented.
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced program and manage multi-faceted services.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to and knowledge of issues involved in working with diverse populations and organizations. Experienced in developing programs in response to diverse needs.
• Accept and abide by mission and philosophy of CALCASA.
• Availability to travel extensively statewide/nationwide, some overnights and weekends. Have a car, insurance and a valid drivers license.

Benefits

Will be discussed during interview.