Job Title: Campus Advocate

Department: Wellness Resource Center

Campus Location: Main Campus

FLSA Status: Exempt/ Salaried

Position Type/ Work Schedule

• 2080 Hours per year
• 12 Months per year
• 40 Hours per week (Estimated)

About Us

At Colorado College, 2,300 students learn and live on our beautiful 99-acre campus in downtown Colorado Springs. We attract top students seeking new perspectives with an array of experiential learning opportunities possible only in an immersive learning environment. Here, students take only one class at a time to facilitate deep exploration of a topic. We call this the Block Plan. This unique approach allows members of our campus community to share a rhythm of experience as we work together to fulfill our mission. 

Job Summary

Serve as a member of the Wellness Resource Center team to apply public health and intersectional frameworks towards addressing campus sexual assault, student mental health, and substance misuse prevention. This position is responsible for the implementation of the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response program, ensuring that efforts are evidence-based/informed, trauma-informed, student-centered, and supportive of student development.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with key stakeholders on and off campus to develop a comprehensive, multidisciplinary approach to sexual assault prevention and response.
• During working hours, manage and staff Advocate On-Call line, which provides response to urgent incidents of sexual violence, in partnership with Campus Safety and other campus offices.
• Provide confidential support and advocacy services for students who have experienced sexual violence, directly or indirectly.
• Collaborate with the Title IX Coordinator and Deputy Coordinator on cases that may include this position’s involvement and support and review of procedures and practices.
• Provide consultation to faculty, staff, and administration regarding sexual assault prevention and response, policies, and procedures.
• Lead development, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive on-going educational program on campus to address the causes, situations, and behaviors associated with sexual violence.
• Manage budget for funds specifically allocated to Sexual Assault Prevention and Response programming.
• Provide advising, supervision, and training for student groups organized to address sexual violence and sexual health.
• Collect, analyze, and report sexual assault data in compliance with the Clery Act and Title IX, while also maintaining compliance with record-keeping requirements and confidentiality guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field such as social work, public health, psychology, or human services.
• Minimum of 2 years of direct experience with sexual violence response/advocacy and prevention.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with crisis intervention, trauma-informed practices, and confidentiality best practices.
• Excellent public speaking skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in developing positive relationships, partnerships, and/or collaborations with people from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Advanced knowledge of applicable sexual health and higher education laws and regulations, including Federal legislation such as Title IX, Title VII, and the Clery Act.
• Clear understanding of equity, racial disparities, and other intersecting injustices (e.g. ableism, classism, homo/bi/transphobia), including knowledge in how they intersect with sexual violence.
• Specialty certification in sexual assault and intimate partner advocacy.
• Experience working in a college/university setting.

Applicants are welcome to apply even if you do not meet the preferred qualifications. We value diverse perspectives and encourage individuals with a genuine interest in the role to submit their applications. 

Other Position Details:

• Supervises Students
• Position will not drive CC vehicles

Application Instructions

• Application Deadline - last day to submit an application: June 23, 2025
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.  

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

• $56,485 - $61,217

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time - accrual of 7.34 hours of vacation per pay period (176 hours, 22 days per year) and 4 hours of sick time per pay period (96 hours, 12 days per year)
• Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
• 403(b) retirement plans where employees contribute 5% of pay and CC contributes 10%
• Tuition benefits for employee and eligible dependents
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Assistance Program
• Wellness benefits including free access to the sports center, swimming pool, arts and crafts, outdoor programs, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

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Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html