Student Engagement Programs and Outreach Coordinator

University of Wisconsin Madison•Madison, WI

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Engineering Student Engagement Programs and Outreach Coordinator within the UW-Madison College of Engineering develops and implements student-centered programs and services to increase engineering students’ co-curricular engagement and academic success. The role develops and delivers outreach and recruitment experiences for future engineers, supports campus visits for prospective students, families, and community groups, and designs pre-college initiatives introducing K–12 students to engineering. Programs may include Spring Welcome, the Engineering Student Center Graduation Celebration and Community Socials, Engineering Summer Program, student fly-in campus visits, Engineering EXPO, and prospective and admitted student events. The coordinator serves as a liaison to the Office of Youth Compliance and regularly presents on academic programs, student life, and support services to diverse audiences. The position reports to the Assistant Director of Student Engagement and Outreach and works with other staff to coordinate programs and events for current and prospective engineering students. The Engineering Student Center supports outreach, precollege initiatives, undergraduate scholarship programs, student organizations, and first-year engagement, and seeks to foster a welcoming environment that supports the success and belonging of engineering students. The role requires some in-person work at a designated campus location. After completing a training period, the position is eligible for one remote day per week. Occasional evening and weekend programming support is required.

Requirements

At least 1 year of professional experience working with students in a K–12 or higher education setting; 2 years preferred.
Experience helping students achieve personal and academic success, such as by connecting them with resources, advising, or mentoring.
Experience managing events and programs.
Experience working on a team to create, implement, or deliver projects or programming.
Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Some in-person work on campus and occasional evening and weekend programming support are required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred in engineering, STEM, education, sociology, or a related field.
Experience working with students interested in pursuing STEM fields.
Demonstrated experience supporting a welcoming environment for students of all backgrounds, commitment to working with diverse populations, and promoting access to STEM education.
Experience developing and delivering presentations to groups of 50 or more participants.
Experience monitoring and evaluating program success.
Experience coordinating campus visits, precollege programs, or summer camps.
Experience with youth protection requirements.
Two years of professional experience working with students.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement outreach programs associated with the Engineering Student Center.
Create and maintain schedules, logistics, and resources for student affairs programs, activities, and services.
Write, edit, and publish content for communications and marketing platforms in alignment with strategic initiatives and campaigns.
Generate and analyze reports of curricular and unit outcomes.
Serve as a student affairs subject matter expert for internal and external stakeholders.
Assist with hiring, training, and supervising student employees.
Support engineering-for-all practices and an inclusive climate for students and colleagues.
Organize student-focused programming and resources that promote educational initiatives.
Support campus visits and deliver presentations and programs for prospective and admitted students.
Develop and deliver pre-college initiatives introducing K–12 students to engineering.
Coordinate events and programs for current and prospective engineering students, potentially including Spring Welcome, the Engineering Student Center Graduation Celebration and Community Socials, Engineering Summer Program, student fly-in visits, and Engineering EXPO.
Serve as a liaison to the Office of Youth Compliance.