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Student Engagement Specialist (Student Funded FT)


Job Location:

Pittsburgh, PA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 27 August 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 24 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Title:Student Engagement Specialist (Student Funded FT)

Employment Type:Student Funded Full-Time

Department:
Student Life

Campus: North Campus

Salary Grade:Admin 12 - $47573

Remote Work Option:Fully In-Person (May be subject to change)

Additional Information:This position will remain open until filled. However in order to ensure consideration for an interview please submit your completed application cover letter and resume by no later than 3/20/26. The College cannot guarantee that application materials received after this date will be considered or reviewed.

Work Hours:Travel to other college locations is expected. Additional hours including evening and weekend hours may be required

General Summary:This position serves avital role in enhancing student experience by developing coordinating andimplementing a diverse blend of programs and services that support the socialcultural personal and professional growth for a wide range of students. Theposition focuses on fostering community promoting student engagement andsupporting various student organizations and events. The position willcollaborate with faculty staff and students to build a vibrant inclusiveand enriching campus culture through student activities clubs culturalinitiatives and more.

Requirements:

Education and Experience: An associates degree (Bachelors degree is preferred) in communication or a related field. A minimum of one year of related experience.

Competencies:

Strong knowledge of social media platforms graphic design platforms and general technology including Microsoft Office.

Good interpersonal communication people and leadership skills.

Strong experience coordinating student programs advising student organizations honor societies and publishing publications for the newspaper and/or publicity tangibly and/or virtually.

Strong knowledge of marketing public relations club organizations and/or athletics.

Experience in a higher education and college setting

Technologically literate.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

Organization department and general office operations services procedures and policies; financial rules regulations laws and procedures and maintenance equipment procedures and the ability to multitask adhere to budgets and insurance regulations.

Skills and Abilities:

Strong organizational time-management and problem-solving skills.

Collaborate with faculty staff and students in a variety of settings.

Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.

Proficiency in social media management digital marketing and content creation.

Work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Familiarity with student engagement and co-curricular program development.

Commitment to fostering an inclusive welcoming and supportive campus environment.

Work with a diverse student population.

Duties:

1. Event and Activity Coordination

Manage and coordinate student life events across multiple campuses and centers.

Develop and maintain a master schedule of college-wide events ensuring smooth logistical execution.

Oversee event logistics including set-up take-down and coordination with stakeholders to align events with institutional goals.

2. Administrative and Budget Support

Process and manage necessary forms documentation and financial oversight for events student clubs and activities.

Monitor student organization budgets ensuring compliance with institutional policies.

Assist in preparing reports financial documentation and other administrative tasks.

3. Program Management and Student Support

Administer student affairs programs including budget monitoring policy development and program evaluation.

Serve as a resource to student groups offering guidance on event planning facility usage and resource acquisition.

4. Student Engagement and Community Building

Develop strategies to enhance student participation in co-curricular and extracurricular activities.

Foster a safe inclusive and supportive campus environment that promotes emotional social and academic growth.

Support student clubs activities and cultural events to cultivate school pride and community engagement.

5. Training and Advising

Provide training and guidance to student club leaders to develop leadership skills and successfully plan events.

Support the creation of new student clubs and advise organizations on compliance with college policies.

6. Marketing and Outreach

Produce and manage promotional materials (brochures flyers social media website content) for student life activities.

Utilize various communication channels to ensure awareness and engagement in student programs.

7. Program Development and Evaluation

Track and assess student engagement attendance and participation in programs recommending improvements.

Develop workshops webinars and learning opportunities to enhance student engagement and leadership skills.

8. Information Management and Communication

Serve as a resource for students staff and faculty on student life programming policies and services.

Provide up-to-date information and presentations on departmental events and opportunities.

9. Perform other related duties as assigned or as required

Job Open Date:3/6/2026

Job Close Date:

Benefits:

At CCAC we take pride in offering an exceptional benefits package designed to support our employees personal and professional well-being:

  • Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.
  • Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation personal sick and holiday pay as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.
  • Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.
  • Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance short/long-term disability and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).
  • Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support with resources to address personal and professional challenges.
  • Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers tuition reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.
  • Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks sporting events electronics and more!
  • Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Performance Evaluation:

Job Category:Administrators

Job Slot:S022

Clearances: Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and in order to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances and are available here.


Required Experience:

IC


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