Outreach Coordinator
Job Description
The Syracuse University Institute for Sustainability Engagement seeks an Outreach Coordinator to assist with developing and implementing sponsored programs (i.e., grants) funded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Science Foundation and others. Grant focuses include sustainable materials management, sustainable organics management, natural resources management, environmental sustainability, climate change, and water resiliency, and environmental finance.
Tasks will include, but are not limited to, developing and implementing outreach plans, providing technical assistance, developing tools and resources, overseeing student interns, creating digital communications, and coordinating events and meetings. This is a part time, year-round position with a competitive hourly wage and benefits package. This position will be based in Syracuse or a remote/hybrid location in New York State. Periodic travel throughout NY and/or Region 2 will be required. The Outreach Coordinator will report to the Institute’s Assistant Director of Communications and Programs, and depending on the program, they will also report to Program Associates and Managers.
This is a part time position : 30hrs/week.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
Education and Experience
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.
The Syracuse University Institute for Sustainability Engagement seeks an Outreach Coordinator to assist with developing and implementing sponsored programs (i.e., grants) funded by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), National Science Foundation and others. Grant focuses include sustainable materials management, sustainable organics management, natural resources management, environmental sustainability, climate change, and water resiliency, and environmental finance.
Tasks will include, but are not limited to, developing and implementing outreach plans, providing technical assistance, developing tools and resources, overseeing student interns, creating digital communications, and coordinating events and meetings. This is a part time, year-round position with a competitive hourly wage and benefits package. This position will be based in Syracuse or a remote/hybrid location in New York State. Periodic travel throughout NY and/or Region 2 will be required. The Outreach Coordinator will report to the Institute’s Assistant Director of Communications and Programs, and depending on the program, they will also report to Program Associates and Managers.
This is a part time position : 30hrs/week.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200United.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree and minimum of 3 years of experience working in the field(s) of waste reduction, sustainable materials management, natural resources management, environmental education, outreach and program coordination.
- Required skills include program coordination; meeting planning and facilitation; written communication; outreach and engagement; interpersonal communication; time/task management.
- A competitive applicant has knowledge of sustainability audiences (e.g., water, waste reduction, reuse, recycling, and organics management) and environmental communication best practices.
- Coordinate the creation, branding, and distribution of print and digital media including the development and execution of comprehensive, ISE and grant deliverable content and digital strategy.
- Including digital media campaigns, social media, web, email, video, and website development (design, copy and maintenance).
- Strengthen engagement, maintain brand integrity, improve user experience, and support key programmatic and sustainability priorities.
- Ensure all communications, campaigns, and media maintain consistent brand identity and effectively communicate the organization’s mission, vision, and sustainability priorities.
- Foster the development of professional skills, expertise and knowledge, and career goals of the Institute’s project assistants and student interns through mentorship and by cultivating an inclusive and supportive work environment.
- Supervise graphic designers, student interns, and external creatives.
- Providing guidance, assigning tasks, managing workflows, and ensuring timely, high-quality deliverables.
- Assist ISE’s Program Associates, Managers, and Assistant Directors with assessing and continually improving programs and services.
- Align approaches to all Institute-related work with SU’s Office of People and Culture.
- Coordinate and organize in person, virtual, and hybrid events.
- Partner with other organizations for collaborative initiatives and conferences.
- Help to develop and implement feedback mechanisms for performance analytics, project partners, stakeholders, and audiences served by ISE’s projects and programs.
- Utilize evaluation methods and metrics to assess successes, impacts, and opportunities for improvement for ISE’s outreach, projects and programs.
- Develop project and activity reports for work conducted, grant deliverables completed, and qualitative and quantitative impacts.
- Other duties and tasks as determined and assigned.
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.
About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.
The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University’s 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu.
About The Syracuse Area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal.
EEO Statement
Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities.
Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans
Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members.
Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community
Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.