WGVU Community Impact Specialist - WGVU Public Media (Adjunct/Part-Time))
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Job Description
Salary: Minimum starting salary of $23000 commensurate with experience.
There are no benefits associated with this position.
Primary Duties
- Assist the Community Impact Department in planning and executing community outreach initiatives.
- Support logistics for events workshops and community forums including scheduling materials preparation and on-site coordination.
- Maintain relationships with community organizations schools and stakeholders to enhance engagement and participation.
- Serve as a point of contact for community members and partners ensuring timely communication and follow-up.
- Help identify community stories and voices to feature in WGVUs impact-driven content.
- Assist in managing project timelines and deliverables.
- Assist with culturally relevant outreach strategies particularly for the Latino/Spanish-speaking community.
- Track participation engagement and program outcomes to measure effectiveness.
- Assist in compiling data and impact stories for grant reporting and funding proposals.
- Assist in maintaining organized records of partnerships events and community interactions.
- Participate in local meetings and advisory/working groups that guide implementation of initiatives.
- Participate in WGVU on air fund drives and at WGVU events to support development and community engagement activities.
- Perform other duties as required/assigned by leadership.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Associates degree in related field or two or more (2) years of experience in community engagement event coordination program support or nonprofit work.
- Ability to remain highly organized detail-oriented and passionate about public medias role in fostering community connections.
- Experience with various computer software applications (Microsoft Office Outlook Teams etc.).
- Commitment to WGVUs vision of diversity inclusion and equity.
- Excellent written verbal and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work within a collaborative multiplatform culture and environment.
- Ability to demonstrate professionalism punctuality and work self-sufficiently with little direction when required.
- Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule including some nights weekends and holidays.
- Valid drivers license and ability to work on location as needed.
Preferred Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Familiarity with public media community partnerships or nonprofit initiatives.
- Bilingual (Spanish/English).
How to Apply:
Attach your cover letter and resume. Applications missing required documents will not be considered. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you have questions about the position or the posting please contact Terri Kenney at . If you need technical assistance please contact Human Resources at .
Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States a lawful permanent resident a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of appointment.
Application Deadline:
Application review begins on June 10 2025 and this posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.See TDD Callers: Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1- (out of State).
Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer which includes providing equal opportunity for racial and ethnic minorities women protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Part-Time
