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Posting Closes: November 10, 2026
Temporary Full-Time (until April 2027)
Opportunity to renew contract, subject to approval
Summary
Reporting to the Events & Activities Supervisor, the Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for increasing participation in student programs, services, and events through strategic outreach, promotion, and engagement initiatives. The Coordinator serves as a key connection between students and programming opportunities while supporting the promotion and visibility of the organization’s events and services.
This position focuses on maximizing student awareness, participation, and overall engagement.
The position requires flexibility to work evenings and weekends to support events and programming activities.
Job Duties
Student Outreach & Engagement
· Implement engagement initiatives that promote student participation, in collaboration with the Communications Coordinator.
· Conduct outreach activities including classroom visits, information booths, presentations, and campus activations.
· Foster relationships with student groups, leaders, clubs, and campus stakeholders.
· Encourage participation in events, programs, services, and leadership opportunities.
Event Promotion & Marketing Support
· Develop promotional plans for events and initiatives.
· Draft promotional content for newsletters, digital screens, websites, and social media.
· Coordinate marketing timelines and promotional schedules.
· Work closely with the Communications Coordinator to execute communication campaigns.
· Ensure event information is communicated accurately and effectively.
Student Feedback & Assessment
· Conduct surveys and gather student feedback.
· Analyze participation trends and student interests.
· Identify opportunities to improve student engagement strategies.
· Develop recommendations based on assessment results.
Student Experience Initiatives
· Support orientation, welcome week, leadership development, and community-building programs.
· Assist with engagement campaigns that enhance campus life.
· Represent the department at events and engagement opportunities.
Regional Campus Support
· Support programming initiatives and events at regional campuses.
· Coordinate resources and logistics for satellite-campus events.
· Maintain regular communication with campus contacts and stakeholders.
Reporting & Administration
· Track participation metrics and promotional outcomes.
· Maintain records related to engagement activities.
· Prepare reports, summaries, and recommendations.
· Support departmental projects and special initiatives.
Job Requirements
- Diploma or degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, Recreation, Business, Social Sciences, or related field.
- 1-3 years of experience in student engagement, marketing, event promotion, communications, or related areas.
- Experience working with diverse student populations is preferred.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional relationship-building abilities.
- Experience coordinating promotional initiatives and campaigns.
- Strong organizational and planning skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and social media platforms.
- Valid driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for travel between campuses and for picking up supplies, etc.
- Ability to work occasional evenings and weekends.
