Outreach Specialist, Equity & Community Impact

Foundation for California Community Colleges•US CA Remote, CA

5d•$70,500 - $71,000•Remote

About The Position

The Equity and Community Impact division at the Foundation for California Community Colleges (FoundationCCC) works to strengthen student support systems, advance equity-centered programming, and build partnerships that expand access and opportunity across the California Community Colleges. This role is 100% remote within California and requires the candidate to reside in California. FoundationCCC is seeking a limited-term Outreach Specialist to join its mission of benefiting, supporting, and enhancing the California Community Colleges. The goal is to build stronger communities by providing students and colleges with the resources they need to succeed and expanding pathways to economic and social mobility across California.

Requirements

Associate's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in student engagement, outreach, or a related field within higher education, nonprofit, or public sector settings.
A self-starter and quick learner with a bias for action who is highly motivated and outcome-oriented, always seeking innovative approaches to project execution.
Practices ownership, takes accountability, and has the ability to independently project manage, prioritize tasks, and deliver quality products on time with limited supervision.
Must reside in California.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience as a student within the California Community College system strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Brings an authentic student perspective to FoundationCCC’s work, elevating student voices and increasing awareness of programs and services across diverse community college populations.
Expands FoundationCCC’s visibility and partnerships by identifying and cultivating key stakeholders, strengthening student engagement, and recommending strategic outreach and partnership opportunities.
Advances equity and organizational priorities by collaborating across teams, analyzing engagement trends and emerging needs, and providing student-informed recommendations to strengthen impact.