Community Engagement Coordinator

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 12 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: 06 Jun 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Job Title Community Engagement Coordinator
Position Number 400505
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Time-Limited Yes
Department Homepage https://hhp.ecu.edu/hep/
Advertising Department HLTH/HUMAN PERF,COLLEGE OF
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title 10300 University Program Assoc
Competency Level 2 - Journey
Working Title Community Engagement Coordinator
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Recruitment Range $35,589 - $55,986
Anticipated Hiring Range $48,000 - $50,000
Salary Grade Equivalency GN07
Work Schedule Monday-Friday
Work Hours 8am - 5pm
Position Location (City) Greenville
Job Category Staff - Professional
Organizational Unit Overview
The College of Health and Human Performance provides instruction, conducts research, and performs service in health education and promotion, kinesiology, human development and family science, social work, interior design and merchandising, and recreation and leisure. The mission of the College of Health and Human Performance is to improve health, well-being, and quality of life. The primary focus of the college is to advance and disseminate knowledge concerning maintenance and enhancement of health and quality of life.
Job Duties
Community Outreach and Engagement Program Administration – 40%
The position will use local, embedded community knowledge to develop and implement an outreach training plan across a 9-county region. The position will coordinate the instruction of digital literacy trainings held across various community outlets (senior centers, community health centers, libraries etc..). This will include leading a team of two part-time community health workers who will help in the dissemination of trainings. The position will collaborate regularly with project team members and community partners to ensure documented results. Solves problems in systems, including connections between project team, libraries across 9-county region, and community partners.
Community Capacity Building – 20%
This position is responsible for the support of community members through building new digital literacy skills and promoting confidence in using digital technology and resources. This position will require community organization and advocation skills to build connection and support and partnership within communities.
Knowledge – 20%
This position is responsible for knowing and recognizing the digital literacy needs of the communities we serve. The position requires having or developing deep knowledge of local communities and institutions and analyze and explain procedures for outreach and training. This position will be trained by ECU project staff on these topics and trainings to be able to give support to communities and be effective educators.
Communication – 10%
This position will be an effective listener to learn about community groups experiences and needs while also providing health education and community advocacy to those served. Will explain project goals, processes, and progress to partners via multiple avenues, community contacts, and other project teams. Drafts internal processes for outreach and training, and creates presentations to convey information to groups.
Leadership of Outreach Team — 10%
This position will supervise and mentor part-time staff on the outreach team. The position will train and assist part-time staff to advance the goals of the outreach and training program.
Contingent upon availability of funds.
Minimum Education/Experience
Bachelor’s degree; or equivalent combination of training and experience. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
License or Certification required by statute or regulation
None
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Professional communication skills with researchers and community members. Project and community service delivery experience, including community coordination experience, community outreach, community education, and community-based human services. Experience working directly in communities to make culturally-competent connections between community members and human services. Completion of human research protections training.
License or Certification required by the Department
None
Special Instructions to Applicant
  • Please ensure your full range of knowledge, skills, abilities, experience and education are listed on your application. Do not write ‘see resume’ on your application when completing the job duties section.
  • If you answer the questions at the end of the application, please ensure your application reflects the knowledge, skills, abilities and experiences to support your answers (see job duties section of previous employment).
  • Failure to answer the questions at the end of the application will not preclude your application from being considered but may result in your application not receiving full consideration of your knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Job Open Date 05/21/2024
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. 06/06/2024
Open Until Filled No
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/71499
Alternate option
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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