Community Engagement Specialist

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Base: $51,000.00 - $81,500.00; bonus/equity: not s...
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Bachelor's degree required
1-3 years relevant experience
Stakeholder facilitation skills
** Penn State is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to coordinate partnerships that enhance its land-grant mission across Pennsylvania. This hybrid role emphasizes community engagement, collaboration, and project management to connect university expertise with local priorities. **

Job Summary

  • The role connects University expertise with community priorities by facilitating partnerships and supporting collaborative projects that strengthen communities across Pennsylvania.
  • Candidates will co-conduct community asset mapping, assist with needs assessments, and coordinate logistics for engagement programs and events.
  • Penn State offers a competitive benefits package including comprehensive medical coverage, robust retirement plans, and a generous 75% tuition discount.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Penn State is seeking a Community Engagement Specialist to coordinate partnerships that enhance its land-grant mission across Pennsylvania. This hybrid role emphasizes community engagement, collaboration, and project management to connect university expertise with local priorities. **

Salary

Base: $51,000.00 - $81,500.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, 75% tuition discount

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 1-3 years relevant experience
  • Stakeholder facilitation skills
  • Project management practices
  • Community asset mapping

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education settings
  • PMP or CAPM certification
  • CRM tool proficiency
  • Nonprofit sector background
  • Strong written communication skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 1+ years relevant experience (Intermediate)
  • 3+ years relevant experience (Advanced)
  • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Background check clearance

Work Rights

Must be authorized to work in the U.S.

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