Community Engagement Specialist

Position Title: Community Engagement Specialist Posting Number: 2026037EP Location: Spokane County, Washington (Spokane) Classification Code: 1051 (Administrative, exempt) Full Time: 100% Term: 12 months (Initial) Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026 Screening to Begin: 06/30/2026 Job Summary We are currently seeking a skilled and team-oriented applicant for the Community Engagement Specialist position. This role reports to the Associate Director of Community Engagement and is responsible for strengthening and fostering meaningful partnerships between the university and the broader community. The specialist will coordinate service‑learning initiatives, facilitate volunteer engagement, develop programs that connect students, faculty, and community organizations, and help coordinate the EWU Aspire program. Responsibilities Build and maintain relationships with community partners, nonprofits, government agencies, and businesses to identify collaboration opportunities. Serve as a liaison between EWU students, faculty, and community organizations to facilitate volunteerism, internships, and career‑centered learning projects. Represent EWU at community meetings, events, and service initiatives. Develop and implement strategies to increase student and faculty participation in community engagement programs. Organize and manage community‑based programs, events, and service projects aligned with the university’s engagement goals. Provide administrative assistance for the office of community engagement, including front‑desk coverage coordination. Support the EWU Aspire program, ensuring students gain real‑world experience through mentoring, leadership, and direct engagement with K‑12 students. Track participation of students and community partners, collect data to assess effectiveness, and inform future initiatives. Assist with grant writing and fundraising efforts. Develop promotional materials, newsletters, and social media content to highlight community engagement efforts. Manage the community engagement website and maintain up‑to‑date information on available service opportunities. Provide reports and presentations to university leadership and stakeholders on community engagement impact. Work in partnership with university colleagues to enhance student participation and engagement. Interpret university policies, procedures, and requirements for students. Represent EWU on campus and community committees. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in community development, social work, public administration, education, or a related field. Minimum two years of experience in community engagement, outreach, program coordination, or a related field. Strong communication and relationship‑building skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and social media platforms. Student‑centered with a passion for student success. Demonstrated ability to be responsive and flexible, supporting the needs of students, faculty, staff, and the public. Preferred Qualifications Master’s degree in a related field. Experience working in a higher‑education setting. Familiarity with service‑learning and civic engagement best practices. Bilingual fluency, with Spanish preferred. Compensation and Benefits Salary: $50,626–$55,000, commensurate with education, experience, and skills. The position is exempt, administrative, full‑time. Benefits include health insurance, disability insurance, retirement plan, paid vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year, tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted sports tickets, campus fitness facilities access, and free STA bus transportation. For full benefit details, see the university benefits page. Application Requirements Please submit the following: Cover letter explaining how you meet each required qualification and preferred qualification. Include information in a bulleted list. Chronological résumé listing work history, major duties, education, and relevant training or skills. At least three professional references with name, title, organization, phone number, email, and relationship to you. Completion of the online application. Mission statement response addressing how you will contribute to the university’s inclusive mission. Resumes with photos are not accepted. All materials will be held in strict confidence; references will not be contacted until a candidate is notified. EEO Statement EWU does not discriminate in its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship or immigration status, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, age, marital status, families with children, protected veteran or military status, HIV or hepatitis C, status as a mother breastfeeding her child, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability, as provided for and to the extent required by state and federal laws. Other Conditions of Employment Background check required prior to employment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; sponsorship for employment visas is not available. All employees must comply with EWU Immunization Policy 602‑02 and provide proof of immunity or vaccination to MMR before beginning work. Waivers are available for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs. New employees will complete required training via Canvas and other onboarding modules. #J-18808-Ljbffr