CBSM Engagement Manager

The College of Business and Security Management team is looking for an energetic organized member to join our dynamic team as an engagement manager. This position is physically located at the UAF campus in Fairbanks Alaska. This position serves a critical role in the engagement efforts for CBSM by working to plan events manage social media communications and coordinate student organizations. If you enjoy working with a welcoming team in a fun collaborative and fast-paced environment this is the job for you!

Successful candidates will demonstrate excellent organizational and planning skills strong leadership abilities and a high level of self-motivation with the ability to set and achieve goals. They will be committed to diversity and inclusion and possess a solid understanding of group dynamics enabling them to work effectively with individuals and groups. The ideal candidate can plan and execute programs and events well in advance collaborate productively within a dynamic team and develop and maintain positive professional relationships with colleagues supervisors the campus community and the public. They will have knowledge of effective marketing strategies and the ability to apply them including creating managing and evaluating social media content and campaigns while staying current with best practices and emerging technologies. Additionally candidates should have experience coordinating and inspiring volunteers and possess skills in photo editing graphic design and video editing.

Other special skills/knowledge needed for this position is the ability and willingness to work occasional nights and weekends as needed. The proven ability to exercise good judgment in analyzing situations take initiative and make effective responsible decisions in a timely fashion while retaining flexibility to incorporate changes in plans and shifting priorities.

Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in event planning experience with budget management marketing planning directing and coordinating programs and activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

A bachelors degree in a related field is required with preference for a masters degree.

Position Details:

This position is located on the Troth Yeddha campus in Fairbanks. This is a full-time non-exempt staff position complete with both a competitive salary and afull employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options annual leave 12 paid holidays per year tuition waivers for employees and family members and affordable medical dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on theUA Staff Salary Schedule Grade 79 based on education and experience.

Include a cover letter resume or CV and three professional references with your application.

The position is open until filled and the first application review will occur on February 2nd 2026. To ensure consideration please apply by 11:55 PM Alaska Standard Time on February 1st 2026.

The University of Alaska reserves the right to require employees to work on-site at its facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the Universitys discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the positions job duties.

To view the full list of job responsibilities please click HERE.

If you have any questions regarding this position please contact Jim Wolverton CBSM HR Coordinator at or .

*To be eligible for this position applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

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The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

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