Community Relations Coordinator

Texas A&M - Kingsville•Kingsville, TX

About The Position

The Community Relations Coordinator supports Texas A&M University–Kingsville’s community engagement, outreach, and partnership initiatives. The position fosters relationships with external stakeholders and promotes the university’s impact throughout South Texas and beyond. Reporting to the Chief Marketing, Communications, and Community Relations Officer, the coordinator assists with community partnerships, outreach programs, sponsorships, and special events, while documenting and communicating the university’s contributions to the region. The role tracks engagement activities and outcomes, supports strategic relationship-building, and helps strengthen the university’s visibility, reputation, and community presence through collaboration, event participation, and impact storytelling. The position also provides administrative and operational support for the university’s marketing, communications, and community relations objectives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Three years of related experience.
Strong relationship-building and stakeholder-management skills.
Strong project management and organizational skills.
Knowledge of office administration practices, procedures, and customer service principles.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple assignments while meeting established deadlines.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion and maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
Skill in coordinating meetings, events, schedules, and administrative activities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other business-related software systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and collaborate with individuals at all organizational levels.
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Commitment to Caring Campus principles and the ability to provide exceptional customer service, foster positive relationships, and promote a welcoming, responsive, student-centered environment.
Ability to comply with applicable state and federal laws and codes and Texas A&M University System and university policies, regulations, rules, and procedures.
Ability to perform all tasks safely and comply with System and University safety requirements.
Must obtain export-control authorization before starting employment.
Employment is contingent on verification of credentials and other required information, including completion of a criminal history check.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain relationships with local businesses, government agencies, nonprofit organizations, school districts, civic groups, and community leaders.
Represent the university at community meetings, networking events, chamber functions, and public gatherings.
Serve as a liaison between the university and external stakeholders to facilitate communication and collaboration on community initiatives.
Help campus departments identify community engagement opportunities aligned with institutional goals.
Assist in planning and coordinating the university’s participation in community events, including festivals, parades, fairs, civic celebrations, and outreach activities.
Coordinate event logistics, including registrations, vendor participation, materials, scheduling, and volunteer support.
Support university-sponsored community programs, special events, ceremonies, and outreach initiatives.
Ensure consistent university branding and messaging at community events and external engagements.
Track community activities, partnerships, sponsorships, outreach programs, and engagement initiatives.
Develop and maintain metrics, dashboards, and reports to measure the university’s community impact and engagement.
Collect and analyze participation data, stakeholder feedback, and outcomes to assess program effectiveness and identify opportunities for growth.
Prepare periodic reports and presentations summarizing engagement activities and measurable outcomes.
Document and publicize community engagement through written content, photography, testimonials, and success stories.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications staff to promote partnerships and highlight the university’s regional impact across communication channels.
Gather content from campus departments about volunteerism, service-learning projects, economic development initiatives, and community partnerships.
Support the creation of communication materials, newsletters, presentations, and reports related to community relations.
Identify opportunities to expand strategic partnerships supporting the university’s mission, enrollment goals, workforce development initiatives, and economic impact.
Maintain a database of community contacts, organizations, sponsors, and partnership activities.
Assist with sponsorship coordination and stewardship to strengthen relationships with community partners and supporters.
Research community needs, trends, and stakeholder interests to inform outreach strategies and priorities.
Coordinate meetings with community partners and maintain records of outreach activities and partnership agreements.
Prepare correspondence, briefing materials, agendas, and meeting summaries for the Chief Marketing, Communications, and Community Relations Officer.
Monitor project timelines and ensure timely completion of community engagement initiatives.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of university marketing, communications, and community relations objectives.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities.
Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System.
Medical insurance, with employee-only coverage listed at $0–$30 per month after the university contribution; the university covers up to 83% of premiums for other listed coverage tiers.
Dental and vision insurance.
Life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and long-term disability insurance.
Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account.
On-campus wellness programming.
Counseling, work-life assistance, financial resources, and legal resources.
Employee tuition assistance and book scholarships.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
Retirement through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on position.
Voluntary tax-deferred account or deferred compensation plan.
At least 8 hours of vacation per month.
8 hours of sick leave per month.
8 hours of paid birthday leave.
12–15 paid holidays per year.