Salt Lake Community College
Director, STEM Community Engagement
Salt Lake Community College, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
The Director of Communication & Outreach for STEM will develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance community awareness for the School of Science, Math, and Engineering at Salt Lake Community College (SLCC). This will be accomplished through online and social media platforms, engagement with various stakeholders, and by organizing meaningful events and programs that align with the school’s strategic initiatives. This position will be pivotal in promoting the SME school’s mission, values, and achievements while strengthening connections with the community.This is a temporary two-year position. Position may or may not continue after two years, based on funding.
This is an at will position.
Essential Responsibilities and DutiesSocial Media Management:
Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies to increase visibility, engagement, and interaction across various platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Create and curate compelling content, including posts, videos, photos, and stories, which showcase the school’s academic programs, extracurricular activities, student achievements, and upcoming events.
Monitor social media channels, respond to inquiries, comments, and messages promptly and professionally, and effectively manage the school’s online reputation.
Outreach and Community Engagement:
Cultivate relationships with local businesses, community organizations, educational institutions, and media outlets to promote collaborative opportunities, partnerships, and sponsorships.
Organize outreach initiatives, such as school tours, open houses, information sessions, and community events, to attract prospective students, parents, and stakeholders and showcase the unique offerings of the school.
Collaborate with alumni relations to maintain connections with graduates, engage them in school activities, and leverage their support and expertise to benefit current students.
Event Planning and Programming:
Plan, coordinate, and execute a diverse range of events and programs, including academic symposiums, cultural celebrations, guest lectures, workshops, and fundraising activities.
Manage all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, budgeting, scheduling, marketing, registration, staffing, and post-event evaluation.
Work closely with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to ensure the success and impact of events and programs while aligning with the school’s mission and objectives.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in a Communication, Public Relations, or a Business-related field.
Five (5) years of direct, paid, full-time work experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or similar field.
Work experience in a higher education institution.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven experience in social media management, community outreach, event planning, and program coordination, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to effectively engage a variety of audiences and stakeholders both inside SLCC and the external community.
Creative thinking, strategic planning, and project management skills, as well as attention to detail and the ability to multitask to support multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in social media platforms, content management systems, event planning software, and digital marketing tools.
Knowledge of SME STEM programs with new students, parents, donors, and partners through targeted outreach initiatives and events.
Create a vibrant and welcoming school community by organizing engaging events and programs that foster connections, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.
Special InstructionsThis is a temporary two-year position.
Full consideration will be given to applicants who apply on or before the priority review date indicated above.
More information about Salt Lake Community College benefits:
Benefits Information
SLCC HighlightsSalt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 11 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.
Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.
FLSA ExemptSLCC InformationSalt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.
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This is an at will position.
Essential Responsibilities and DutiesSocial Media Management:
Develop and execute comprehensive social media strategies to increase visibility, engagement, and interaction across various platforms, including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.
Create and curate compelling content, including posts, videos, photos, and stories, which showcase the school’s academic programs, extracurricular activities, student achievements, and upcoming events.
Monitor social media channels, respond to inquiries, comments, and messages promptly and professionally, and effectively manage the school’s online reputation.
Outreach and Community Engagement:
Cultivate relationships with local businesses, community organizations, educational institutions, and media outlets to promote collaborative opportunities, partnerships, and sponsorships.
Organize outreach initiatives, such as school tours, open houses, information sessions, and community events, to attract prospective students, parents, and stakeholders and showcase the unique offerings of the school.
Collaborate with alumni relations to maintain connections with graduates, engage them in school activities, and leverage their support and expertise to benefit current students.
Event Planning and Programming:
Plan, coordinate, and execute a diverse range of events and programs, including academic symposiums, cultural celebrations, guest lectures, workshops, and fundraising activities.
Manage all aspects of event logistics, including venue selection, budgeting, scheduling, marketing, registration, staffing, and post-event evaluation.
Work closely with faculty, staff, students, and external partners to ensure the success and impact of events and programs while aligning with the school’s mission and objectives.
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in a Communication, Public Relations, or a Business-related field.
Five (5) years of direct, paid, full-time work experience in a related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or similar field.
Work experience in a higher education institution.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Proven experience in social media management, community outreach, event planning, and program coordination, preferably in an educational or nonprofit setting.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to effectively engage a variety of audiences and stakeholders both inside SLCC and the external community.
Creative thinking, strategic planning, and project management skills, as well as attention to detail and the ability to multitask to support multiple projects simultaneously.
Proficiency in social media platforms, content management systems, event planning software, and digital marketing tools.
Knowledge of SME STEM programs with new students, parents, donors, and partners through targeted outreach initiatives and events.
Create a vibrant and welcoming school community by organizing engaging events and programs that foster connections, collaboration, and lifelong learning.
Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of people with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, to maintain good working relationships across the College.
Ability to work with all groups from a variety of academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, and with community college students, faculty, and staff, including those with disabilities.
Special InstructionsThis is a temporary two-year position.
Full consideration will be given to applicants who apply on or before the priority review date indicated above.
More information about Salt Lake Community College benefits:
Benefits Information
SLCC HighlightsSalt Lake Community College is Utah’s largest open-access college with the most diverse student body in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah’s fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students’ lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 11 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment.
Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new and diverse perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation come about when diverse voices can speak and collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving diverse students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education.
FLSA ExemptSLCC InformationSalt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check.
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