Community Engagement Coordinator

Nevada System of Higher Education • Elko, NV

20d • $60,000 - $85,000

About The Position

The Community Engagement Coordinator supports relationships and communication between Great Basin College (GBC) and the communities it serves, with primary responsibility for Elko and the surrounding region. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Coordinator develops and maintains relationships with businesses, employers, community organizations, schools, nonprofits, civic groups, and other regional partners, and represents GBC at assigned community activities and events.

The Coordinator initiates, plans, and coordinates community-facing activities on the Elko campus, supports GBC participation in statewide and regional activities, and connects community members and organizations with College programs, services, facilities, faculty, staff, and students. Under the Director of Communications, the role supports two-way communication with regional stakeholders, increases awareness of College programs and resources, and strengthens GBC’s visibility in the community.

The position maintains a regular presence at regional Chamber of Commerce activities, employer and industry meetings, and other community events. It also works with campus directors in Ely, Winnemucca, and Pahrump, GBC administration, faculty and staff, student leadership, and the Communications team to support community engagement and departmental goals while providing exemplary customer service.

This is a 12-month Administrative Faculty position on an annual “A” contract. Regular local and regional travel and attendance at community, Chamber, employer, and industry events are required, including occasional evening and weekend activities. Some travel to other GBC locations or elsewhere in the region is anticipated. A valid driver’s license or ability to arrange necessary transportation is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with businesses, employers, community organizations, educators, and other external stakeholders.
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including the ability to professionally represent GBC at community meetings, events, networking activities, and industry meetings.
• Ability to engage with community and industry partners, gather feedback, identify emerging needs and opportunities, and communicate relevant information to appropriate College departments.
• Strong organizational, event-planning, coordination, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple activities and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines and collaborate effectively across College departments and with external partners.
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience using Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Regular local and regional travel and attendance at community, Chamber, employer, and industry events, including occasional evening and weekend activities.
• A valid driver’s license or ability to arrange necessary transportation.
• Professionalism, discretion, responsiveness, and sound judgment when representing GBC and interacting with external organizations and the public.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in community engagement, communications, public relations, event coordination, higher education, nonprofit organizations, or public service.
• Knowledge of Elko, northeastern Nevada, regional employers, organizations, and community needs.
• Experience working with rural communities.
• Experience using contact relationship management software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with businesses, employers, schools, chambers of commerce, nonprofit and civic organizations, and other community partners.
• Serve as a community contact for GBC and connect partners with appropriate College departments and resources.
• Coordinate an annual calendar of internal and external community engagement activities with the Director of Communications.
• Plan and coordinate community-facing events and activities on the Elko campus.
• Coordinate and represent GBC at community events, meetings, celebrations, and regional activities.
• Maintain an active GBC presence at regional Chamber of Commerce meetings, networking events, and programs.
• Attend quarterly meetings with key industry and employer partners and coordinate appropriate GBC participation.
• Build relationships with regional employers and industry partners to improve communication and awareness of GBC programs and resources.
• Identify community partnerships and opportunities for GBC to host, participate in, or support regional activities.
• Gather feedback and monitor emerging community and industry needs, communicating relevant information and opportunities to the Director of Communications and appropriate College departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications.

Benefits

• Retirement plan with a 19.25% employer match; participants are 100% vested on their first day.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• 12 paid holidays.
• Life insurance and long-term disability.
• Annual leave and sick leave, including 24 annual leave days and a beginning balance of 30 sick leave days.
• ComPsych employee support.
• No state income tax.
• Free parking.
• Reduced-rate tuition for faculty and qualified dependents.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level