Lamar University
Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
Lamar University, Beaumont, Texas, us, 77726
Position Information
Posting Number 20112983
Position Title Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Police Department
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
The Engagement and Outreach Coordinator reports to the Lamar University Police Sergeant overseeing our campus community engagement and outreach initiatives. This position creates lesson plans, and resource documents, and prepares thorough presentations utilizing PowerPoint, various technologies, and media to educate students, faculty, staff, and visitors about safety-related topics. This position is also responsible for collecting data related to federal and state-mandated reporting of educational efforts. Additionally, this role coordinates and collaborates with other LU departments and student groups to create educational events and programming on campus.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:
Create lesson plans, presentations, and resource materials and teach various safety-
related topics to the Lamar University community.
Support LUPD at various events by providing security, distributing information, guiding
visitors, and engaging with parents and potential students.
Participate in all tabling, programming, and special events to support the educational
initiatives of LUPD .
Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to create events and positive
educational programming on campus.
Collect educational data related to federal and state reporting mandates.
Key Competencies:
Able to follow instructions and perform assignments efficiently and effectively
Able to work in both a group setting and alone with minimum supervision Availability to work varied shifts, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work quickly, effectively, and responsibly without constant direction
Comfortable working with college-age students and potential students
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 40 lbs. and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.
Essential functions or requirements listed above may not be performed in every position with this title, and these essential functions may not include all related duties that might be requested and/or performed.
Job Conditions:
The work environment includes indoor and outdoor spaces, exposure to varying temperatures, exposure to weather, sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking.
Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study
1 year of experience teaching safety-related topics to young adults, college students, staff, and faculty. This includes creating lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and resource documents, as well as addressing large crowds and audiences in a professional setting. Experience with curriculum development is also required
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree or higher in a related field
2 years of experience teaching, preparing lesson plans, and addressing large audiences in a professional setting
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $37,330-$48,529
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 09/16/2024
Close Date 12/16/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions
Posting Number 20112983
Position Title Engagement & Outreach Coordinator
FTE 1.0
Position Type Staff
Department Police Department
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
About This Role:
The Engagement and Outreach Coordinator reports to the Lamar University Police Sergeant overseeing our campus community engagement and outreach initiatives. This position creates lesson plans, and resource documents, and prepares thorough presentations utilizing PowerPoint, various technologies, and media to educate students, faculty, staff, and visitors about safety-related topics. This position is also responsible for collecting data related to federal and state-mandated reporting of educational efforts. Additionally, this role coordinates and collaborates with other LU departments and student groups to create educational events and programming on campus.
What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities:
Create lesson plans, presentations, and resource materials and teach various safety-
related topics to the Lamar University community.
Support LUPD at various events by providing security, distributing information, guiding
visitors, and engaging with parents and potential students.
Participate in all tabling, programming, and special events to support the educational
initiatives of LUPD .
Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to create events and positive
educational programming on campus.
Collect educational data related to federal and state reporting mandates.
Key Competencies:
Able to follow instructions and perform assignments efficiently and effectively
Able to work in both a group setting and alone with minimum supervision Availability to work varied shifts, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Ability to work quickly, effectively, and responsibly without constant direction
Comfortable working with college-age students and potential students
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 40 lbs. and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings.
Essential functions or requirements listed above may not be performed in every position with this title, and these essential functions may not include all related duties that might be requested and/or performed.
Job Conditions:
The work environment includes indoor and outdoor spaces, exposure to varying temperatures, exposure to weather, sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking.
Who We Are:
Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
Benefits:
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents.
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html)
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study
1 year of experience teaching safety-related topics to young adults, college students, staff, and faculty. This includes creating lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and resource documents, as well as addressing large crowds and audiences in a professional setting. Experience with curriculum development is also required
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s Degree or higher in a related field
2 years of experience teaching, preparing lesson plans, and addressing large audiences in a professional setting
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Salary $37,330-$48,529
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 09/16/2024
Close Date 12/16/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions