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Director, Civic Engagement

Johns Hopkins University
United States, Maryland, Baltimore
Mar 01, 2025
The Bloomberg Center for Public Innovation at Johns Hopkins University (the Center) seeks a *Director, of Civic Engagement* to manage the Center's robust portfolio of civic engagement programs that draw on the insights and skills of residents to power better local solutions for cities and their residents. With the support of grants, technical assistance, and other resources, the Center's Civic Engagement Practice helps cities partner with residents and community members to design and implement projects that solve important public problems. Working closely with and under the supervision of the Executive Director of the Center, and in collaboration with other Center leadership and staff, the Director of Civic Engagement leads a team of staff to design and deliver programs focused on the ways in which residents contribute to the design, development, and delivery of new services and policy approaches in local governments around the world. The Director must have a forward-thinking mindset and the vision to deliver impactful programs, both expanding on the legacy of existing initiatives and designing new ones. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong point of view on the opportunity to reimagine the role and opportunities of local governments, what it means to create meaningful civic engagement, and the capacity for transformational resident-driven innovation. The first of its kind in the world, the Center aims to advance the field of public sector innovation by marrying cutting-edge practice with world class research in order to transform the culture of government, deliver exceptional results for residents, and inspire trust in public service. The Center will begin reviewing applications for this role on March 18, 2025. To ensure that your application is included in the initial review phase please apply by 5pm EST on Monday, March 17." Specific Duties/Responsibilities* In partnership with Center leadership, financial sponsors and collaborating partners, design and develop strategies for civic engagement and resident-driven innovation programming that contribute to the field of public sector innovation and result in positive impact for city residents. Oversee the efficient and effective delivery and evaluation of multiple civic engagement programs and initiatives and programs in cities around the world. Contribute to the generation and implementation of plans for program evaluation through key metrics and collection of quantitative and qualitative indicators. Support JHU School of Government and Policy initiatives that promote interdisciplinary collaborations to advance research, policy, and practice, with a focus on how resident-driven innovation leads to sustainable development in cities. Contribute towards the Center's standing as a highly respected international thought leader for resident-driven innovation and civic engagement programming. Continuously cultivate and manage a team of civic engagement subject matter experts who each oversee a diverse portfolio of programs and cities. Identify, develop, and document best practices in the field of civic engagement and resident-driven innovation, ensuring these practices are shared and adopted by partner cities and other community stakeholders. Oversee the work of the Center's civic engagement contractors to ensure the successful delivery of technical assistance programs that meet targeted goals and are delivered on budget. Build and maintain strong relationships with financial sponsors, city leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders, and other critical partners. Represent the Center to external stakeholders including governments, philanthropy, nonprofit organizations, community partners, and academic and public sector leaders. Perform other duties, as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Master's Degree in related field. Five years of related experience in a university or business development setting, with at least three years managing staff. Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional experience may substitute for required education, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula. Preferred Qualifications Experience managing donor-funded programs and initiatives. Experience managing diverse staff teams and partnerships. Prior experience working in city or local government. Experience in community development or human-centered design or responsive design experience in a government environment. Classified Title: Sr. Program Manager Job Posting Title (Working Title):Director, Civic Engagement Role/Level/Range: ATP/04/PG Starting Salary Range: $99,800 - $195,000 Annually (Commensurate w/exp.) Employee group: Full Time Schedule: Monday - Friday 9am-5:30pm FLSA Status:Exempt Location:Hybrid/Homewood Campus Department name: Ctrs for Govt Excellence & Public Innova Personnel area: Academic and Business Centers Total Rewards The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here: https://hr.jhu.edu/benefits-worklife/. Education and Experience Equivalency Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job. Applicants Completing Studies Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date. Background Checks The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function. Diversity and Inclusion The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion. Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. EEOis the Law https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf Accommodation Information If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Office at jhurecruitment@jhu.edu. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711. For more information about workplace accommodations or accessibility at Johns Hopkins University, please visit https://accessibility.jhu.edu/. Vaccine Requirements Johns Hopkins University strongly encourages, but no longer requires, at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.The COVID-19 vaccine does not apply to positions located in the State of Florida. We still require all faculty, staff, and students to receive the seasonal flu vaccine. Exceptions to the COVID and flu vaccine requirements may be provided to individuals for religious beliefs or medical reasons. Requests for an exception must be submitted to the JHU vaccination registry.This change does not apply to the School of Medicine (SOM). SOM hires must be fully vaccinated with an FDA COVID-19 vaccination and provide proof of vaccination status. For additional information, applicants for SOM positions should visit https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/coronavirus/covid-19-vaccine/and all other JHU applicants should visit https://covidinfo.jhu.edu/health-safety/covid-vaccination-information/. The following additional provisions may apply, depending upon campus. Your recruiter will advise accordingly. The pre-employment physical for positions in clinical areas, laboratories, working with research subjects, or involving community contact requires documentation of immune status against Rubella (German measles), Rubeola (Measles), Mumps, Varicella (chickenpox), Hepatitis B and documentation of having received the Tdap (Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis) vaccination. This may include documentation of having two (2) MMR vaccines; two (2) Varicella vaccines; or antibody status to these diseases from laboratory testing. Blood tests for immunities to these diseases are ordinarily included in the pre-employment physical exam except for those employees who provide results of blood tests or immunization documentation from their own health care providers. Any vaccinations required for these diseases will be given at no cost in our Occupational Health office.