Coordinator Outreach and Engagement, Student Leadership Programs, Student Affairs

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UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Outreach and Engagement

We empower students to discover their potential, develop essential leadership skills, and demonstrate professionalism through purposeful engagement, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities that prepare them to lead with integrity and impact in a global society.

Job Overview

The Outreach and Engagement Coordinator has primary oversight of developing, facilitating and supporting student cohorts and programs. This includes planning and overseeing early arrival programs for new students, training mentors and peer facilitators and providing year-around support to the student leaders and program participants.

Essential Functions

• Collaborate with other departments and external partners to produce an Early Arrival Program and leadership camp.
• Support student growth and development by connecting students with internal and external partners and student support resources.
• Provide students with opportunities to develop leadership and programming skills.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to recruit students and program participants.
• Coordinate and execute necessary student trainings.
• Assist with the development and implementation of strategies to engage students.
• Maintain learning outcomes and implement assessment measures for programs and initiatives.
• Manage operational expenses within an established budget.
• Assist with coordinating student engagement programs and events that foster teamwork, leadership, and interdisciplinary learning.
• Conduct research and other benchmark information to understand all facets of project reach.
• May provide direct and/or indirect supervision for all student workers.
• Assist in efforts to achieve annual SLP office-wide goals.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need.

Required Education

• Bachelor's Degree
• Six (6) years of relevant education, experience and/or other specialized training can fulfill minimum education and experience requirements

Required Experience

• Two (2) years of related experience

Application Process Information

For a complete application please include a cover letter addressed to the attention of Mercedes Johnson, Director, Student Leadership Programs

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. Eligibility varies by position and FTE. Highlights include:

Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive salary ranges from $45,000 - $47,500 based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] .

Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans.

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