Temporary Community Engagement Coordinator

University of California, Irvine•Orange, CA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 1965, UC Irvine is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and is ranked among the nation’s top 10 public universities by U.S. News & World Report. The campus has produced five Nobel laureates and is known for its academic achievement, premier research, innovation and anteater mascot. Led by Chancellor Howard Gillman, UC Irvine has more than 36,000 students and offers 224 degree programs. It’s located in one of the world’s safest and most economically vibrant communities and is Orange County’s second-largest employer, contributing $7 billion annually to the local economy and $8 billion statewide. This is a temporary employment recruitment reporting to the UCI Temporary Employment Services (TES) Department. Interviewing and hiring is based on internal hiring needs and how well the candidate's experience matches the assignment requirements. Certain temporary assignments may require clearance of a health physical or require a valid California Driver’s License for driving university vehicles. The majority of our temporary positions are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. We also have occasional part-time, weekend, and evening hours available, depending on the assignment. Comprehensive benefits options are also available for temporary employees, including paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Please note that we recruit for this position on an on-going basis to build a talent pool of potential candidates. When a position becomes available, we will review applicants at that time. Due to the volume of applications that we receive, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
1–3 years of experience in an administrative, event coordination, or community engagement role.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and experience with scheduling and calendar management.
Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting event planning, volunteer coordination, or community outreach programs.
Ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and community organizations.
Experience drafting communications, tracking project activities, and maintaining detailed records.
Demonstrated ability to work independently while providing exceptional customer service and stakeholder support.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and provide administrative support for the planning and execution of the annual ACC event, including scheduling, logistics, and communications.
Serve as a primary point of contact for volunteers, responding to inquiries and coordinating engagement activities.
Build and maintain relationships with local organizations and program ambassadors to support event and outreach initiatives.
Prepare reports, maintain records, and provide general administrative support while assisting with other duties as assigned.