Wright State University
Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator
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Dayton, OH
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Full-Time
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$45K
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Other
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April 6th, 2026
Edtech.com's Summary
Wright State University is hiring a Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator. This role strengthens connections between the school district and the community by managing external communications, coordinating work-based learning opportunities, and promoting the district’s mission through events, publications, and social media. The coordinator collaborates with district and building administrators, teachers, business partners, and families to enhance student learning and community involvement.
Highlights
- Coordinate and support work-based learning opportunities such as internships, job shadowing, and career exploration.
- Manage district communications including newsletters, website content, social media, and event coordination.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with families, staff, business partners, and community members.
- Track participation and outcomes of programs to support evaluation and improvement.
- Support scheduling, travel planning, and administrative duties related to outreach and partnerships.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field required.
- Two to three years of related experience, including internships or assistantships.
- Proficiency with social media and experience coordinating events or programs.
- Preferred experience includes community partnership development, work-based learning support, and graphic or digital media skills.
- Minimum annual salary is $45,000, with full-time employment (1.0 FTE) in the College of Health, Education and Human Services.
Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator Full Description
Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator
Position Information (Default Section)
EEO Statement | Wright State University is an equal opportunity employer.
Faculty Rank or Job Title | Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator
Job Category: | Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)
Department | College of Health, Education and Human Services
EEO number: | 26P189
Position FTE | 1.0
Minimum Annual Salary | $45,000
Salary Band: | UC S04
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for strengthening connections between the school district and the community through effective communication, strategic partnerships, and coordination of work-based learning opportunities. This role manages external communications, supports career-connected learning experiences for students, and promotes the district’s mission through events, publications, and social media.
The Community Outreach Coordinator works closely with district and building administrators, teachers, business partners, and families to ensure meaningful engagement that enhances student learning and community involvement.
The Community Outreach Coordinator will: Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Maintain a high level of professionalism Build positive relationships with families, staff, and community partners. Be proactive in identifying opportunities to highlight student learning. Support the district’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience) Two to three years of related experience, includes experience as a graduate assistant, internship and/or co-op. Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience coordinating events or programs Experience using social media in a professional or organizational setting
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in education or nonprofit organizations Experience with community partnership development Experience supporting career-connected or work-based learning programs Graphic design or digital media experience
Essential Functions and percent of time: | 1. Work-Based Learning Coordination – 30%
• Support and help coordinate district work-based learning opportunities, including:
o Internships
o Job shadowing
o Middle school career exploration
o Elementary career awareness and exploration activities
• Assists with logistics, scheduling, communication, and documentation of work-based learning experiences
• Collaborate with counselors and principals to support work-based learning initiatives
• Tracks participation and outcomes to support program evaluation and improvement
2. Communication & Administrative Support – 30%
• Draft and distribute the district’s weekly and quarterly newsletters
• Manage and update district website content and calendars
• Create social media posts aligned to district priorities
• Provide communication support across campus as needed
• Support scheduling, travel planning, and coordination related to outreach efforts
• Provides administrative support to district and building administrators related to communications, partnerships, and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of district priorities
3. Partnership & Community Coordination – 20%
• Coordinate partner requests from teachers and staff
• Track and manage community partnership interactions
• Support and manage the Student Ambassador Program
• Track work-based learning placements and post opportunities for students
• Assist Director of Strategic Partnerships in cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with external partners
4. Event & Engagement Support – 20%
• Coordinates logistics for school and district events that involve families, community members, and partners (setup, supplies, vendor coordination, and day-of support).
• Assist with planning and execution of outreach events, partner sessions, and student showcases
• Manage ordering of event supplies, promotional items, catering, and branded swag for administrative initiatives
• Welcome and support external visitors and community guests
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): |
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: |
Working Conditions | Some weekend and weekends required for special events
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date | 04/03/2026
First Consideration Date: | 04/10/2026
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
Faculty Rank or Job Title | Dayton Regional STEM Schools Community Outreach Coordinator
Job Category: | Administrative (exempt/non-exempt)
Department | College of Health, Education and Human Services
EEO number: | 26P189
Position FTE | 1.0
Minimum Annual Salary | $45,000
Salary Band: | UC S04
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Community Outreach Coordinator is responsible for strengthening connections between the school district and the community through effective communication, strategic partnerships, and coordination of work-based learning opportunities. This role manages external communications, supports career-connected learning experiences for students, and promotes the district’s mission through events, publications, and social media.
The Community Outreach Coordinator works closely with district and building administrators, teachers, business partners, and families to ensure meaningful engagement that enhances student learning and community involvement.
The Community Outreach Coordinator will: Demonstrate strong organizational and communication skills. Maintain a high level of professionalism Build positive relationships with families, staff, and community partners. Be proactive in identifying opportunities to highlight student learning. Support the district’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.
Minimum Qualifications | Bachelor’s Degree in Communications, Education, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field (or equivalent experience) Two to three years of related experience, includes experience as a graduate assistant, internship and/or co-op. Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience coordinating events or programs Experience using social media in a professional or organizational setting
Preferred Qualifications | Experience in education or nonprofit organizations Experience with community partnership development Experience supporting career-connected or work-based learning programs Graphic design or digital media experience
Essential Functions and percent of time: | 1. Work-Based Learning Coordination – 30%
• Support and help coordinate district work-based learning opportunities, including:
o Internships
o Job shadowing
o Middle school career exploration
o Elementary career awareness and exploration activities
• Assists with logistics, scheduling, communication, and documentation of work-based learning experiences
• Collaborate with counselors and principals to support work-based learning initiatives
• Tracks participation and outcomes to support program evaluation and improvement
2. Communication & Administrative Support – 30%
• Draft and distribute the district’s weekly and quarterly newsletters
• Manage and update district website content and calendars
• Create social media posts aligned to district priorities
• Provide communication support across campus as needed
• Support scheduling, travel planning, and coordination related to outreach efforts
• Provides administrative support to district and building administrators related to communications, partnerships, and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned in support of district priorities
3. Partnership & Community Coordination – 20%
• Coordinate partner requests from teachers and staff
• Track and manage community partnership interactions
• Support and manage the Student Ambassador Program
• Track work-based learning placements and post opportunities for students
• Assist Director of Strategic Partnerships in cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with external partners
4. Event & Engagement Support – 20%
• Coordinates logistics for school and district events that involve families, community members, and partners (setup, supplies, vendor coordination, and day-of support).
• Assist with planning and execution of outreach events, partner sessions, and student showcases
• Manage ordering of event supplies, promotional items, catering, and branded swag for administrative initiatives
• Welcome and support external visitors and community guests
Essential Functions and percent of time (cont'd): |
Non-Essential Functions and percent of time: |
Working Conditions | Some weekend and weekends required for special events
To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources.
Effective July 1, 2017, per Policy 7230 Wright State University is tobacco-free. Tobacco use, including the sale, advertising sampling and distribution of tobacco products and tobacco related items is prohibited in all university facilities, on all university owned or leased grounds, university owned or operated residence halls and apartments, and at all university sponsored events regardless of location. Tobacco use is also prohibited in all university vehicles or on any equipment owned, leased or operated by Wright State University. This policy applies to anyone on campus including students, faculty, staff, visitors, consultants, vendors, patients, volunteers, and contractor employees.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Posting Date | 04/03/2026
First Consideration Date: | 04/10/2026
Closing Date |
Open Until Filled | Yes
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