Outreach and Engagement Coordinator

University of Arkansas System • Monticello, MN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas at Monticello (UAM), one of twenty campuses of the University of Arkansas System, is seeking an Outreach and Engagement Coordinator. This role is responsible for organizing and coordinating activities for current students, future students, and alumni for the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources (CFANR). The position involves planning student-oriented events, recruitment and retention activities, and alumni engagement. Additionally, the coordinator will maintain contact databases, undertake out-of-town travel, and support the College's fundraising and capacity-building efforts.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor of Science degree, preferably in a discipline related to the College of Forestry, Agriculture and Natural Resources.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Excellent social media skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate and positively interact with a diverse audience.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in youth and environmental education programs is desired.

Responsibilities

• Organize and coordinate current-student, future-student, and alumni activities for the College.
• Plan student-oriented events such as competitions, field days, and educational programs.
• Manage recruitment- and retention-related activities.
• Organize alumni events and affairs.
• Maintain contact databases.
• Undertake out-of-town, overnight travel.
• Participate in other related activities in support of the College.
• Assist with the College’s fundraising and capacity-building efforts.
• Engage with youth for recruiting (25%).
• Engage with Natural Resources and Agricultural stakeholders to aid in recruiting and capacity-building (25%).
• Engage with current students to foster retention (25%).
• Engage with CFANR alumni to aid with recruiting (25%).

Benefits

• Benefits Eligible: Yes

What This Job Offers

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