Volunteer Coordinator; CSLP FWS

Position Summary

Grand Canyon University (GCU) maintains relationships with nonprofit organizations identified by the IRS as 501(c)(3) by virtue of their charitable programs. The collective mission of 501(c)(3) organizations in the Phoenix Valley is to improve the quality of life for community residents or to solve particular problems related to those residents’ needs. GCU maintains a partnership with Saving Amy located at 3117 N.

44th Street, Phoenix, AZ, 85018. Saving Amy provides mentoring, supportive programs, and financial support to homeless/unhoused. The CSLP student worker’s work schedule is dependent on the hours of operations and needs of Saving Amy; however, CSLP student workers may not work more than 20 hours per week during the academic year (i.e., fall/spring). This position has been reviewed and approved as Community Service as defined by 34

CFR
675.2(b). Per 34

CFR
675.2(b), community services are defined as, “Services which are designed to improve the quality of life for community residents, particularly low‑income individuals, or to solve particular problems related to their need.” These services must be open and accessible to the community. As an FWS‑CSLP approved position, its services will be offered to non‑GCU community members (i.e., local residents).

Note:

All FWS and FWS‑CSLP positions require applicants to complete their Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). to be reviewed for FWS‑eligibility and awarded FWS.

• Oversee programs including scheduling, communicating with volunteers and participants, and tracking program metrics.
• Plan and coordinate program‑specific events/activities.
• Maintain and strengthen relationships with community partners.
• Provide administrative support.
• Other duties as assigned.

• MS Office Suite

• Have passion and willingness to help others succeed.
• Possess strong ethics, integrity, and sense of responsibility.
• Previous mentoring experience a plus.
• Ability to speak a second language a plus.
• Must have reliable transportation.

All applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements to be considered for student employment:

• Enrolled at GCU as a full‑time student in a bachelor’s program or master’s program.
• Maintain a 2.0 GPA as a Bachelor level student or a 3.0 GPA as a Master level student.
• Maintain good financial and academic (SAP) standing with the University.

Minimum Wage

June
30, 2027

GCU’s Christian worldview has shaped the university’s mission and growth for more than 65 years. As a Christ‑centered higher education institution, GCU integrates faith, learning, and work to connect the GCU community with distinct Christian principles and strong central values. The University values diversity among its students, faculty and staff, and invites applications from all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Employment is contingent upon the satisfactory outcome (as determined by the university) of pre‑employment screening activities, including a background check.