• Director of Community Engaged Learning - Health

    Stanford University (Stanford, CA)


    Director of Community Engaged Learning – Health

     

    Vice Provost for Undergrad Education, Stanford, California, United States

     

    New

     

    Administration

     

    Post Date 6 hours ago

     

    Requisition # 107670

     

    Job Title: Academic Program Professional 2

     

    Working Title: Director of Community Engaged Learning – Health

     

    VPUE Unit: Haas Center for Public Service

     

    Job Code: 4112

     

    Job Grade: J

     

    Exemption Status: Exempt, Full time, Continuing

     

    The Haas Center for Public Service is seeking a Director of Community Engaged Learning (DCEL) to lead the center’s curricular efforts in the area of health. Reporting to the Associate Director for Community Engaged Learning and Research, this position works alongside three other DCELs, each with a distinct thematic focus (education, environmental sustainability, and engineering). Collectively, this team supports faculty across campus in developing and supporting community engaged learning courses (Cardinal Courses) and capstone experiences. The DCEL-Health builds and maintains relationships with external community organizations working to address health and related issues, and partners closely with a number of campus units engaged in relevant efforts.

     

    Working as a part of the Community Engaged Learning and Research team, and in collaboration with other campus and community partners, the DCEL – Health position will strengthen and expand community engaged learning courses, research, capstones, and internships in the area of health. Specific duties include:

     

    + Develop and/or maintain a portfolio of community engaged learning courses (i.e., service-learning courses) that adhere to Stanford’s Principles of Ethical and Effective Service and foster civic leadership competencies through sound pedagogical practices

    + Consult with faculty on community engaged learning pedagogy, including facilitating faculty trainings, designing appropriate learning goals and instructional activities, facilitating student preparation and reflection, and evaluating student learning and community impact

    + Build and sustain partnerships with nonprofit and community-based organizations, government agencies, and social impact-oriented companies, identifying reciprocal opportunities for students to learn and contribute to community partners’ work.

    + Conduct outreach activities within relevant departments and programs to encourage capstone, internship, and community engaged learning course development, particularly among faculty who are not currently offering community engaged learning courses

    + Assist with marketing and communicating about community engaged learning opportunities to students

    + Write and/or edit complex content for proposals, marketing materials, deans’ reports, research grants, or other program activities

    + May teach and/or assist in the teaching and administration of courses. Create and/or advise in the development of curriculum. May advise students and/or coach/mentor clients

    + Contribute as a member of the DCEL team on the administration of Cardinal Courses and related programs, including managing Cardinal Course grants, reviewing Cardinal Service Notation applications, among other responsibilities

    + Participate in center-wide and team-level programming, events, meetings, and collaborative initiatives as part of the Haas Center staff and CELR team

     

    _*The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned._

    To be successful in this role, you will bring:

    + Advanced degree and/or scholarly and professional accomplishments in a relevant field, indicating an ability to work as a peer with university faculty is required. Ph.D. preferred.

    + Experience with curriculum design, and teaching or facilitating learning experiences for diverse student populations.

    + Understanding of, and experience with, the principles and practice of critical service-learning and community engagement in a higher education context.

    + Academic training and/or professional experience relevant to the health field.

    + Knowledge of or experience with health-related issues and organizations in the Bay Area is desired.

    + Teaching experience, preferably at the college level, is desired.

     

    _*Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job._

     

    About the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE)

     

    For undergraduates, VPUE is the nexus for programs and initiatives that help students define and achieve their intellectual ambitions at Stanford. These include investigative introductory courses taught by esteemed faculty, targeted classes in writing and rhetoric, undergraduate research support, academic advising and mentoring, overseas and off-campus study programs, and undergraduate scholarships and fellowships. For faculty, VPUE serves as a principal conduit for furthering interaction with undergraduates and discovering ways in which working with students can enrich one’s research agenda. VPUE advocates for undergraduate education in collaboration with faculty, departments and schools across Stanford. All VPUE resources are dedicated to involving faculty with the undergraduate experience, connecting students with phenomenal opportunities and fully realizing a liberal education at Stanford.

     

    https://undergrad.stanford.edu/about

     

    The mission of the Office of the Vice Provost for Undergraduate Education (VPUE) is to partner with Stanford faculty, staff, and students to produce and educate knowledgeable, engaged citizens and creative, confident leaders for our future world.

     

    About the Haas Center for Public Service

     

    Stanford University’s Haas Center for Public Service serves as the hub of Cardinal Service, a campus-wide initiative to make service a distinctive feature of a Stanford education. The Haas Center inspires and prepares students to create a more just and sustainable world through service, scholarship, and community partnerships. Guided by the Center’s Principles of Ethical and Effective Service, students engage in local, national, and global service across diverse pathways—community engaged learning and research, community organizing and activism, direct service, philanthropy, policy and governance, and social entrepreneurship and corporate social responsibility.

     

    Cardinal Service focuses on four dimensions that have proven transformative in the lives of students: a full-time, quarter-long service experience (Cardinal Quarter); community-engaged learning classes (Cardinal Courses); sustained service engagement (Cardinal Commitment); and support to integrate service into careers and pursue work in the public interest (Cardinal Careers).

     

    Why Stanford is for You

     

    Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enrich the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven individuals to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:

     

    + **Freedom to grow** **.** We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing opportunities. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.

    + **A caring culture** **.** We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.

    + **A healthier you** **.** Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.

    + **Discovery and fun** **.** Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.

    + **Enviable resources** **.** Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!

     

    _*-Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law._

     

    The expected pay range for this position is $116,966 to $150,114 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

     

    At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

     

    How to Apply

     

    If you’re ready to work for an organization that nurtures diversity, respect, professional development, and a supportive work-life balance, we invite you to explore this opportunity and apply online. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and resume along with your online application. Your cover letter should briefly describe your background and experience in health and in student and community engagement.

     

    Completed applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning December 1, 2025.

     

    http://stanfordcareers.stanford.edu

     

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    Additional Information

    + **Schedule: Full-time**

    + **Job Code: 4112**

    + **Employee Status: Regular**

    + **Grade: J**

    + **Requisition ID: 107670**

    + **Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible**