Coordinator

Michigan Technological University; Atlantic Mine (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Coordinator of the Center for Educational Outreach at Michigan Technological University leads high-impact educational outreach programs, with a focus on Summer Youth Programs. You will collaborate with internal and external partners to design engaging curricula and activities that advance the university's mission.

Responsibilities include developing new K-12 initiatives, coordinating program logistics, managing recruitment and training, and delivering outstanding service to students,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• Active First Aid/CPR certification.
• At least two years of experience working directly with K-12 youth in an educational setting.
• Experience supervising college-aged student employees and leaders.
• Experience planning and executing events.
• Willingness to travel and work nontraditional hours.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Commitment to diversity and inclusive education.

Responsibilities

• Assist CEO team with coordination and execution of Summer Youth Programs and related activities.
• Develop innovative programs for K-12 youth to support career discovery.
• Coordinate program development, applications, logistics, and evaluation.
• Plan recruitment strategies for precollegestudent enrollment.
• Coordinate Lead Staff training and orientation.
• Oversee recruitment, interviewing, training, and supervision of staff.
• Assist with program marketing, including materials and social media.
• Provide exceptional customer service to students, teachers, parents and partners.
• Prepare reports on program impact, reach, budgets.
• Support strategic planning and new outreach initiatives.
• Work nontraditional hours and travel occasionally.
• Participate in safety training and university improvement initiatives.
• Ensure safety compliance and background checks.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Oral/written communication

Time management

Teamwork

Willingness to travel

Cross-cultural communication

Safety training

Background checks

Nontraditional hours

Organization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field

Active First Aid/CPR certification

Tools

CampDoc software

Google Suite

Banner

Qualtrics

WebFOCUS

Presentation software

Job description

Ensured Consideration Date: 05 Oct 2026 Michigan Technological University is an R1 technological researchuniversity founded in 1885 in Houghton. Our rural campus issituated just miles from Lake Superior in Michigan's scenic UpperPeninsula and is home to nearly 7,500 students from more than 60countries around the world. Consistently ranked among the bestuniversities in the country for return on investment, Michigan’sflagship technological university offers more than 185 undergraduate and graduate degree programs. Researchfocus areas include defense, health, energy, automotive,environment, and aerospace. The area’s waters, forests, and snowfall support year-roundrecreation, including skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, andpaddling. The University is an integral part of the region,supported by a friendly and welcoming community that takes pride inbeing a true college town. We embrace our size, climate, sense ofadventure, and originality.

Summary

The Coordinator of the Center for Educational Outreach at MichiganTechnological University is responsible for the development andimplementation of high-impact educational outreach programming witha special focus on coordination of Michigan Tech's renowned SummerYouth Programs. Working closely with both internal and externalpartners, the Coordinator creates engaging collaborative,innovative, and supportive curriculum and activities that furtherthe mission and outreach goals of the University.

Responsibilities and Essential Duties

1. Assist CEO team with coordination and execution of Summer YouthPrograms, Mind Trekkers, and Unboxed Challenges, includingprogrammatic design and implementation, liaising with partnerschools and organizations, and providing student support.
2. Propose and develop innovative programs for K-12 youth thatenable career discovery, increase college access, and fosterinterest in STEM disciplines.
3. Coordinate pre- and post-program development and execution,including application management, system interfacing, logisticalplanning, day-to-day operation, and program evaluation.
4. With the support of the Assistant Director and Director,coordinate new and existing recruitment strategies for precollegestudent enrollment in Summer Youth Programs, such as direct schooloutreach, attendance at tabling events and fairs, etc.
5. Coordinate the execution of Lead Staff training and Orientationplanning and execution, including schedule development,identification of training topics and guest speakers, etc.
6. Oversee the recruitment, interviewing, training, assigning andprioritizing duties, and supervision of temporary program staff andstudent coordinators as needed.
7. Assist with program marketing, including the creation ofpromotional materials, website management, social media engagement,blog content, and presentations to a variety of audiences asneeded.
8. Provide exceptional customer service to internal and externalconstituents, including students, teachers, parents, faculty, etc.,as well as partner entities such as schools, corporations, studentorganizations, and other agencies. Engage and build collaborativecross-campus partnerships, including serving on relevant committeesand task forces as appropriate.
9. Prepare and compile reports on program impact, reach, budgets,and other criteria as needed.
10. Contribute to the creative vision and strategic planning ofoutreach programming, special events, and activities; provideassistance and support in the development of new initiatives of theCenter for Educational Outreach.
11. Work frequent non-traditional hours, including occasionalweekends and holidays, and willingness to traveloccasionally.
12. Commit to learning about continuous improvement strategies andapplying them to everyday work. Actively engage in Universitycontinuous improvement initiatives.
13. Apply safety-related knowledge, skills, and practices toeveryday work.

Required Education, Certifications, Licensures

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• Active First Aid/CPR certification.

Required Experience

• At least two years of experience working directly with K-12 youthin an educational setting.
• Experience working with youth in short-term programming.
• Experience working with overnight supervision of youth in aresidential setting.
• Experience supervising college-aged student employees andleaders.
• Demonstrated experience with event planning and execution.

Desirable Education and/or Experience

• Demonstrated ability to apply a creative nature to jobduties.
• Advanced knowledge of CampDoc software.
• Experience using advanced features of Google Suite, Banner,Qualtrics, WebFOCUS, and presentation software.
• Positive attitude toward innovation, creativity, and a sense ofhumor.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal, customer service, and oral/writtencommunication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to independently organize and prioritizework assignments and exercise effective time management.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively under conditions withfrequent interruptions, shared resources, and multipledeadlines.
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to work nontraditionalhours.
• Demonstrated ability to use judgment when dealing withconfidential or sensitive information.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of ateam.
• Demonstrated interest/experience in working with students of allages and backgrounds.
• Demonstrated interest/experience in promoting diversity.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to travel.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across culturalboundaries and work harmoniously with diverse groups of students,faculty, and staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to contribute to a safe workenvironment.
• Willingness to undergo vigorous safety training andbackground/criminal records checks.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to apply a creative nature to jobduties.
• Advanced knowledge of CampDoc software.
• Experience using advanced features of Google Suite, Banner,Qualtrics, WebFOCUS, and presentation software.
• Positive attitude toward innovation, creativity, and a sense ofhumor.

Work Environment and/or Physical Demands

• Work frequent non-traditional hours, including occasionalweekends and holidays, and willingness to traveloccasionally.

Required Training and Other Conditions of Employment

Every employee at Michigan Technological University will receivethe following training courses:

• Employee Safety Overview
• Annual Data Security Training
• Anti-Harassment, Discrimination, Retaliation Training
• Annual Title IX Training

Additional training will be required by the department on aperiodic basis.

Background Check: Offers of employment are contingent upon and not considered finalized until the required background check has been performed and the results received and assessed.

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) % (1=100%) 1

FLSA Status Exempt

Appointment Term 12 months

Shift 1st Shift

Pay Rate/Salary The minimum salary for this position is $42k . The final salary will depend on experience and qualifications.

Title of Position Supervisor Director, Center for Educational Outreach

Posting Type Internal & External

Dependent on Funding Yes

Additional Information This position is contingent upon the continued availability of external funding.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you require any auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations during Michigan Tech’s hiring process please notify the Human Resources office at 906-487-2280 or [e-mail].

Other Conditions of Employment: Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without the need of an employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Michigan Technological University is an Equal Opportunity Educational Institution/Equal Opportunity Employer that provides equal opportunity for all, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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