Position Information Posting Number 20112983 Position Title Engagement & Outreach Coordinator FTE 1.0 Position Type Staff Department Police Department Position Summary Information Job Summary/Basic Function About This Role: The Engagement and Outreach Coordinator reports to the Lamar University Police Sergeant overseeing our campus community engagement and outreach initiatives. This position creates lesson plans, and resource documents, and prepares thorough presentations utilizing PowerPoint, various technologies, and media to educate students, faculty, staff, and visitors about safety-related topics. This position is also responsible for collecting data related to federal and state-mandated reporting of educational efforts. Additionally, this role coordinates and collaborates with other LU departments and student groups to create educational events and programming on campus. What You’ll Do – Position Responsibilities: + Create lesson plans, presentations, and resource materials and teach various safety- related topics to the Lamar University community. + Support LUPD at various events by providing security, distributing information, guiding visitors, and engaging with parents and potential students. + Participate in all tabling, programming, and special events to support the educational initiatives of LUPD . + Coordinate and collaborate with other departments to create events and positive educational programming on campus. + Collect educational data related to federal and state reporting mandates. Key Competencies: + Able to follow instructions and perform assignments efficiently and effectively + Able to work in both a group setting and alone with minimum supervision Availability to work varied shifts, mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays + Ability to work quickly, effectively, and responsibly without constant direction + Comfortable working with college-age students and potential students Physical Requirements: + Able to lift 40 lbs. and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing and walking between buildings. + Essential functions or requirements listed above may not be performed in every position with this title, and these essential functions may not include all related duties that might be requested and/or performed. Job Conditions: + The work environment includes indoor and outdoor spaces, exposure to varying temperatures, exposure to weather, sitting, standing, kneeling, and walking. Who We Are: Lamar University is an accessible global university for life-long learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 100-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture where students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve. Benefits: + Health, dental & vision insurance + Life insurance + State of Texas Retirement plans + Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents. + Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Insurance – Lamar University (https://www.lamar.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/insurance.html) Minimum Qualifications + Bachelor’s Degree in a related field of study + 1 year of experience teaching safety-related topics to young adults, college students, staff, and faculty. This includes creating lesson plans, PowerPoint presentations, and resource documents, as well as addressing large crowds and audiences in a professional setting. Experience with curriculum development is also required EEO Statement Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Veteran's Preference Statement Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. Preferred Qualifications + Master’s Degree or higher in a related field + 2 years of experience teaching, preparing lesson plans, and addressing large audiences in a professional setting Security Sensitive Statement This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Salary $37,330-$48,529 Work Hours Application Information Posting Date 09/16/2024 Close Date 12/16/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions