Engagement Specialist

DepartmentOffice of the Dean of Students, Resolution & Engagement-OPSCompensation$17.00 HourlyThe Engagement Specialist works to promote the Dean of Students Office and supportive services during regular Market Days Wednesdays. The Engagement Specialist will maintain a schedule of Market Days , enlist support from DOS team members to accompany them based on weekly theme , promote appropriate t opics /events /etc. They are responsible for the scheduling, set-up, tear-down, materials displayed/distributed, and interaction during Market Days . They should be prepared to be available on Wednesdays from 8:30am through 2:30pm as part of their regular working hours.The Engagement Specialist supports the campus-wide educational initiatives for the Dean of Students Office. They work with each team within the Office to ensure appropriate outreach , signature events, and promotional engagement is happening across the University and local community. Examples include events focused on campus safety, s ubstance use prevention, self-care and resilience, and Hazing , etc.Required QualificationsAvailability to work on Wednesdays from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. during Market Days and additional flexible hours as needed.Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to engage diverse students, faculty, and staff.Ability to represent the Dean of Students Office and its services in a professional, welcoming, and inclusive manner.Organized and reliable with the ability to manage logistics such as event set-up, tear-down, scheduling, and supply tracking.Comfortable working independently and as part of a team to promote weekly engagement themes and campus initiatives.Basic understanding of or willingness to learn about topics such as student wellness, campus safety, hazing prevention, self-care, and substance use prevention.Proficiency with social media platforms, event promotion, and basic digital communication tools (e.g., Canva, Instagram, email).Ability to lift or carry materials and display items (up to 25 lbs) and work outdoors during Market Days.Dependable, adaptable, and enthusiastic about supporting student success and the mission of the Dean of Students Office.Statement(s) of UnderstandingThis position requires a background check. In conjunction with the University's policy, this position may also require a credit check.The holder of this position is designated as a “Responsible Employee” pursuant to their role under Title IX. Therefore, the incumbent must promptly report allegations of sexual misconduct, sexual violence, and child sexual abuse by or against any student, employee, contractor, or visitor to the University’s Title IX Administrator or any divisional Title IX CoordinatorThis position has been designated as a Campus Security Authority (CSA). This position has been designated as a CSA because it involves significant responsibility for student and campus activities and/or responsibility for campus security. As such, any person in this position must report to the University Police Department a crime or an incident that might be a crime that he/she becomes aware of. This position has a reporting requirement because the University believes that responsibility for students, campus activities and/or campus security will make the holder of this position someone members of the University community will see as an authority figure and someone to whom they can seek help. A CSA is not expected to investigate or determine whether a criminal incident actually took place. A CSA ’ s responsibility is a duty to report. All positions designated as CSAs are required to complete an online or in - person training session. For more information concerning training or CSA designations, please contact the Clery Act Compliance Manager at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io OpportunityThe University of North Florida (UNF) is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all who interact in our community. In building this environment, we strive to attract students, faculty and staff from a variety of cultures, backgrounds and life experiences. The University of North Florida does not commit or permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of genetic information, race, color, religion, age, sex, disability, marital status, national origin, or veteran status in any educational, employment, social, recreational program or activity that it offers. In addition, UNF will not commit or permit retaliation against an individual who reports discrimination or harassment or an individual who cooperates in an investigation of an alleged violation of university regulation.CarnegieUNF is a Carnegie Community Engaged Institution. This designation celebrates the University’s collaboration with community partners from the local to the global level. It reflects UNF’s mission to contribute to the public good and prepare educated, engaged citizens. #J-18808-Ljbffr