Temporary Office Assistant - Center for Community Engagement[978361]

General Scope of Work

This position will support the work of the Center for Community Engagement. The Center oversees and coordinates an array of ETSU strategic priorities and programming aligned with ETSU’s mission to “improve the quality of life for the people of the region and beyond.” Broadly speaking, the Center leads and manages the Go Beyond the Classroom Quality Enhancement Plan, ensures ETSU is meeting all the standards to maintain the Carnegie Classification for Community Engagement, leads all aspects of the ETSU Community-Engaged Learning designation for courses and co-curricular experiences, and promotes the benefits of university-community engagement.

Qualifications

· Familiarity with a university campus structure and organization

· Evidence of excellent writing and communication skills

· Exceptional attention to detail and organization

· Technical skills in using a variety of software tools such as: Outlook tools - Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Forms; graphic design tools such as Canva; web development platforms, and Qualtrics

Responsibilities

Marketing and Communications:

· Support the Center’s Communication Plan

· Promote workshops and events

· Update and maintain the website

Assessment and Evaluation:

Assist with implementing, monitoring, and evaluating Community-Engaged Learning initiatives

Event Planning:

Provide support for planning, logistics, and management for the many campus-based programs each year as well as external-focusing events.

University Overview

East Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution’s focus on community engagement.

Disclaimer: The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work individuals perform in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employees must be able to perform the position's essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.