Community Engagement Coordinator

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Job Description
The Community Engagement Coordinator supports relationships and communication between Great Basin College and the communities it serves, with primary responsibility for Elko and the surrounding region. Reporting to the Director of Communications, the Coordinator develops and maintains relationships with businesses, employers, community organizations, schools, nonprofit organizations, civic groups, and other regional partners and serves as a visible representative of GBC at assigned community activities and events.
The Coordinator initiates, plans and coordinates community-facing events and activities on the Elko campus, supports GBC participation in statewide and regional activities, and helps connect community members and organizations with College programs, services, facilities, faculty, staff, and students. Working under the direction of the Director of Communications, the Coordinator supports efforts to improve two-way communication between GBC and stakeholders throughout the region, increase awareness of College programs and resources, and strengthen GBC's visibility and presence throughout the community.
The Coordinator maintains a regular presence at regional Chamber of Commerce activities, employer and industry meetings, and other community events to strengthen relationships, share information about GBC, identify opportunities for collaboration, and bring information about regional needs and opportunities back to the College.
The Coordinator engages with the Campus Directors in Ely, Winnemucca, and Pahrump as well as GBC administration, faculty/staff and student leadership to support a holistic approach to marketing and community engagement.
The Coordinator works in tandem with the Communications team to reach departmental goals while exhibiting exemplary levels of customer service.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualification: Bachelor's degree. An equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Preferred Experience: Experience in community engagement, communications, public relations, event coordination, higher education, nonprofit organizations, or public service.
Additional Requirements:
Regular local and regional travel and attendance at community, Chamber, employer, and industry events are required, including occasional evening and weekend activities.
Some travel to other GBC locations or within the region for meetings is anticipated.
A valid driver's license or ability to arrange necessary transportation is required.
Responsibilities:
Develop and maintain relationships with businesses, employers, schools, chambers of commerce, nonprofit and civic organizations, and other community partners.
Serve as a community contact for GBC and connect partners with appropriate College departments and resources.
Coordinate an annual calendar of internal and external community engagement activities with the Director of Communications.
Plan and coordinate community-facing events and activities on the Elko campus.
Coordinate and represent GBC at community events, meetings, celebrations, and regional activities.
Maintain an active GBC presence at regional Chamber of Commerce meetings, networking events, and programs.
Attend quarterly meetings with key industry and employer partners and coordinate appropriate GBC participation.
Build relationships with regional employers and industry partners to improve communication and awareness of GBC programs and resources.
Identify community partnerships and opportunities for GBC to host, participate in, or support regional activities.
Gather feedback and monitor emerging community and industry needs, communicating relevant information and opportunities to the Director of Communications and appropriate College departments.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Communications.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Relationship Building: Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain productive relationships with businesses, employers, community organizations, educators, and other external stakeholders.
Communication and Representation: Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to professionally represent GBC at community meetings, events, networking activities, and industry meetings.
Community Engagement: Ability to engage with community and industry partners, gather feedback, identify emerging needs and opportunities, and communicate relevant information to appropriate College departments.
Event and Project Coordination: Strong organizational, event-planning, coordination, and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple activities and meet deadlines.
Collaboration and Independent Work: Ability to work independently within established guidelines while collaborating effectively across College departments and with external partners.
Regional Knowledge: Knowledge of Elko, northeastern Nevada, regional employers, organizations, and community needs is preferred; experience working with rural communities is beneficial.
Demonstrated understanding of and experience using the Microsoft suite including the MS Word, MS Excel, and PowerPoint applications. Preferred: experience using contact relationship management software.
Decisions and Judgments:
The Coordinator makes routine decisions related to community engagement activities, including event coordination, communication with community partners, and follow-up with employers, industry partners, and other external organizations. The Coordinator identifies community needs, concerns, and partnership opportunities and connects community partners with appropriate College departments and resources.
The Coordinator exercises judgment in determining when issues, requests, or opportunities require consultation with or approval from the Director of Communications or other College leadership. Because the position regularly represents GBC and interacts with external organizations and the public, professionalism, discretion, responsiveness, and sound judgment are essential.
Compensation Grade
Administrative Faculty – B
This is a 12 month "A" contract position, 12 month contracts are used for year round programs.
The budgeted salary range for this position is $60,000 - $85,000
Salary is based on relatable education and experience, internal equity and budgets.
Remarkable Retirement
Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 19.25% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch yo