Outreach & Engagement Assistant

Position Summary New Mexico PBS (NMPBS) is seeking a motivated and dependable work‑study student to support our Education & Outreach department. This position offers hands‑on experience in public media, community engagement, and educational outreach. The ideal candidate is a strong communicator who enjoys working with diverse audiences and is enthusiastic about public media’s educational mission. Assist with planning and staffing outreach events, including setup, teardown, and interacting with the public Promote NMPBS programs and PBS LearningMedia resources to students, families, and educators Help maintain contact lists and track community partnerships Create or distribute materials such as flyers, handouts, and social media posts Support administrative tasks such as data entry, scheduling, and inventory tracking Represent NMPBS professionally at community events, schools, and partner sites Occasionally work nights or weekends as event needs require Preferred Qualifications Must be eligible for Federal Work‑Study Strong interpersonal and communication skills Comfortable engaging with people of all ages and backgrounds Reliable, organized, and detail‑oriented Interest in education, community service, or media is a plus Spanish‑speaking is a plus but not required Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. and stand for long periods at events The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of New Mexico