Community Relations Coordinator

Texas A&M University System•Kingsville, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Community Relations Coordinator supports Texas A&M University–Kingsville’s community engagement, outreach, and partnership initiatives. Reporting to the Chief Marketing, Communications, and Community Relations Officer, this role builds positive relationships with external stakeholders and promotes the university’s impact throughout South Texas and beyond. The coordinator helps organize partnerships, outreach programs, sponsorships, and events; tracks engagement activities and outcomes; and communicates the university’s contributions to the region. The position coordinates university participation in community events, supports campus departments in pursuing engagement opportunities, and helps develop strategic partnerships aligned with institutional goals. It also gathers and analyzes engagement information, prepares reports and presentations, and collaborates with Marketing and Communications staff to publicize community work and regional impact. Administrative duties include coordinating meetings, maintaining partnership records, preparing materials for the reporting officer, and monitoring project timelines. The position is security-sensitive and requires export-control authorization before employment begins. The employee must comply with applicable laws and university policies and perform duties safely. TAMUK describes its culture as mission-driven and supportive, with professional-development opportunities, competitive benefits, and a focus on student success and community service.

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 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, and 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 duties safely in compliance with System and University safety requirements.
Must obtain export-control authorization before starting employment.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and verification of credentials and other information required by institutional procedures.

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 support communication and collaboration on community initiatives.
Help campus departments identify and pursue community engagement opportunities aligned with institutional goals.
Assist in planning, coordinating, and implementing university participation in community events 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 university branding and messaging are consistently represented 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 and demonstrate 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 community engagement activities and outcomes.
Document and publicize engagement efforts through written content, photography, testimonials, and success stories.
Collaborate with Marketing and Communications staff to promote partnerships and highlight regional impact across communication channels.
Gather content from campus departments about volunteerism, service-learning, economic development initiatives, and community partnerships.
Support 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 of community partners and supporters.
Research community needs, trends, and stakeholder interests to inform outreach strategies and engagement 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.
Participate in departmental 4 Disciplines of Execution activities and embody Caring Campus principles, providing exceptional customer service and fostering a welcoming, student-centered environment.
Perform all tasks safely and comply with applicable laws, codes, university policies, regulations, rules, procedures, and safety requirements.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities
Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
Medical insurance, including employee-only coverage described as $0–$30 per month after university contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Day care spending account
On-campus wellness opportunities
Counseling, work-life assistance, financial resources, and legal resources
Employee tuition assistance program
Book scholarships
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Teacher Retirement System of Texas or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on position
Voluntary tax-deferred account or deferred compensation plan
Vacation leave of at least 8 hours per month
Sick leave of 8 hours per month
Paid birthday leave of 8 hours
12–15 paid holidays per year