Part-Time Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist

General Description The Outreach & Student Engagement Specialist will collaborate closely with the Grant Director to design, implement, and evaluate outreach strategies that attract and retain diverse student populations. This role emphasizes relationship-building, mentorship, and the ability to leverage professional expertise to strengthen program visibility and impact.

Duties and Tasks

Improve the recruitment of students in LASS – Mandel Grant programming;

Assist with day-to-day operations of Mandel Grant programming to include outreach via phone, email, and mass communication systems/social media, constituent engagement and management, and other administrative tasks;

Coordinate and conduct prospective student appointments and group information sessions;

Liaise between the Mandel Grant staff, faculty, and employers, while assisting with marketing and communication projects as assigned;

Implement initiatives for improved personalization of student outreach and engagement within designated budgets;

Serve as point of contact and provide outreach for Mandel Grant events and programs;

Assist prospective and current students with Mandel Grant programming applications;

Plan and support recruitment activities including fairs and information sessions;

Other duties as assigned.

KSA Requirements

Ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment and in support of multiple grant initiatives;

Ability to work independently and with a team to complete multiple tasks within deadlines;

Ability to learn and adapt in new, fast paced environments;

Ability to understand, develop and demonstrate outcome driven work;

Ability to design and implement recruitment initiatives and activities;

Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making;

Ability to provide timely and relevant input concerning external relations activities, meetings, and events;

Knowledge of confidentiality standards in personal information management;

Must have strong verbal and written communication skills;

Must have excellent organizational skills.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience in event planning and coordination;

Experience with education, program recruitment and engagement;

Experience in social media and online engagement strategies;

Experience with MS office and content creation;

Experience providing administrative support;

Must possess a valid driver’s license and be able to attend engagements on multiple campuses and the surrounding communities.

Additional Considerations

Experience working with students;

Experience in community outreach;

Basic computer skills with working knowledge of all applications in MS Office, electronic calendaring, e-mail and design applications;

Knowledge of recruitment in a school setting.

For further information and to Apply https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/92531

Background Check Statement The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO STATEMENT The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

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