STEM Outreach Specialist

Job Description: STEM Outreach Specialist Department: STEM Reports To: Dean of STEM Pay Classification: 40 FLSA Status: Exempt Job Summary : The Outreach Specialist provides planning, coordination, and implementation of outreach initiatives that promote Career & Technical Education programs and workforce pathways. This position supports student recruitment, community engagement, and program awareness aligned with institutional strategic goals.

The Outreach Specialist offers comprehensive administrative and programmatic support for Job Training & Workforce Partnerships and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to expand access to career pathways, workforce training, and dual credit opportunities. Minimum Required Education: Associate’s degree and five (5) years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred: Bachelor’s degree in Education , Workforce Development, Communications, or a related field. Minimum Required Experience: Three to five (3–5) years of experience in K–12 education, workforce development, outreach, recruitment, or youth programs. Preferred: Experience in higher education, career and technical education (CTE), community relations, or workforce partnerships.

Core Duties and Required Knowledge: Plan and implement outreach activities that promote Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs, workforce training, and career pathways. Serve as a primary liaison to K–12 schools, community organizations, business and industry partners, and the public regarding Workforce and CTE opportunities.

Coordinate recruitment events, campus visits, career fairs, expos, and informational sessions to increase awareness of Workforce and CTE programs. Maintain outreach records, databases, and reports related to recruitment and engagement efforts. Perform administrative tasks including scheduling, correspondence, recordkeeping, purchasing, and supply management.

Support marketing and communication efforts for Workforce and CTE initiatives in collaboration with institutional departments. Assist with grant-related activities, including tracking, reporting, and compliance, in coordination with Institutional Advancement. Coordinate program logistics for workforce and youth-focused initiatives aligned with institutional and community needs.

Process requisitions, track expenditures, and coordinate purchasing with Administrative Services. Provide program information and support to students, faculty, staff, and community stakeholders. Strategic Vision and Program Development: Develop and implement outreach strategies that align with institutional enrollment, workforce, and student success goals.

Identify opportunities to expand Workforce and CTE programming, partnerships, and community engagement initiatives. Engage in continuous improvement and strategic planning to enhance outreach effectiveness and program growth. Support initiatives that strengthen career pathways, dual credit, and workforce alignment. Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty, staff, school districts, community organizations, and industry partners to promote and expand Workforce and CTE programs.

Support institutional outreach, recruitment, and workforce initiatives across service areas. Foster a team-oriented environment and contribute to a positive workplace culture. Demonstrate a commitment to maintaining a welcoming and inclusive environment that provides a sense of belonging for all students and community members.

Demonstrated Attributes: Detail-oriented and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage deadlines effectively. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally at all organizational levels. Strong organizational, customer service, and time management skills.

Ability to maintain confidentiality and uphold institutional values and professional standards. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, Outlook) and standard office technology. Demonstrated initiative and commitment to continuous learning and professional development. Other Information: Security-sensitive position.

May serve on institutional committees as needed. Occasional travel between campuses, schools, and community sites is required. May include evening and weekend outreach events. Physical Requirements: Light work; exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

The use of arm and/or leg controls requires exertion of force greater than that for sedentary work.