iLEAD: Community Site Leader

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we value diversity and empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA. General purpose: Community Site Leaders (CSL) work closely with Baltimore community sites and their leaders to facilitate arts-based support measures through a year-long commitment. CSLs plan, organize and facilitate art opportunities throughout Baltimore City at sites such as (but not limited to) schools, neighborhood art centers, and rehabilitation/transitional housing facilities. Summary of Essential Functions Community Site Leaders are part-time, 2-5 hours per week student staff members in the Center for Student Engagement and are hired for a year-long commitment. Depending on the site’s needs and schedule, CSLs support the site supervisor with arts-focused activities, lessons, or projects, and other community initiatives and engagement as assigned. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Commit to a one-year experience, working 2-5 hours per week work a local Baltimore organization Attend mandatory trainings, bi-weekly meetings, and professional development workshops throughout the semester Complete mid-term, intersession, final evaluations of their work with the community site Maintain active communication with Community Art Service staff and their site supervisor Communicate issues/difficulties at their site to their supervisor on a timely basis, within one business day for critical issues or one week for more routine matters. Assist in implementing the end of the year exhibition & festival featuring their projects Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and community members, via email and in-person Ability to consider the diverse needs and interests of the Baltimore community and site organization A strong desire to connect and engage MICA and the greater Baltimore communities Minimum Qualifications Must be a currently enrolled MICA undergraduate or graduate student at time of employment Preferred Qualifications Prior volunteer experience or demonstrated history of community-based involvement and leadership is preferred, but not required. Compensation Time commitment: 2-5 hours per week $15.00 per hour Funds for materials provided each semester supply budget for site activities Covered transportation costs Conditions of Employment Community Site Leaders are expected to attend mandatory training as outlined below: Participate in Joint Student Leader Training on 8/16/24 & 8/17/24. CSL Orientation: 9/14/202 Following CSL orientation, be a consistent volunteer at their community site for a semester (2-5 hours per week) Complete background check/fingerprinting if required by site Student employees may not work more than 20 hours per week across all on-campus positions. Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment. Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check. MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363. Acknowledged nationally as a premier leader in art and design education, MICA is deliberately cultivating a new generation of artist – one that is capable of seamlessly integrating innovation, entrepreneurship and creative citizenship with contemporary approaches to art, design and media. MICA is redefining the role of the artists and designers as creative, solutions-oriented makers and thinkers who will drive social, cultural, and economic advancement for our future. As the oldest continuously degree-granting college of art and design in the nation, MICA is located in Baltimore, deeply connected to the community. It is a leading contributor to the creative economy regionally and a top producer of nationally and internationally recognized professional artists and designers.

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