Coordinator, Intercultural Student Engagement

Dallas College; Dallas, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 51,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Dallas College is seeking an Intercultural Student Engagement Coordinator to lead co-curricular engagement, high-impact activities, and academic success initiatives across its seven campuses. You will support access, persistence, retention, and success for a diverse student body by creating inclusive experiences that help students feel welcomed, connected, valued, and prepared for the next steps.

The role emphasizes collaboration with campus and community partners, development of tailored

Qualifications

• Three years of experience creating outcome-based student engagement programs.
• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s degree preferred; official transcripts required.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Experience with diverse student and staff populations.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
• Criminal background or fingerprint checks may be required.

Responsibilities

• Develop tailored programmatic efforts to support student retention and success.
• Collaborate with college and community partners to strengthen academic outcomes.
• Provide departmental support across Dallas College campuses as needed.
• Deliver co-curricular engagement to enhance intercultural and global competency.
• Lead trainings, workshops, and meetings to identify issues and propose solutions.
• Advise senior administrators on programs and new initiatives.
• Coordinate major events such as Welcome Week, Heritage Celebrations, and Global Programming.
• Ensure programs comply with university, state, and federal regulations.

Skills

Student engagement

Intercultural programming

Community partnerships

Program development

Open access policy

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree preferred

Job description

Weekly Work Hours 40 Compensation Range Staff Range N05 Salary Salary Minimum $56,119.00 Annually FLSA United States of America (Exempt) Work Location All positions are considered on-site roles. After six months of employment, some positions may be eligible to apply for a hybrid work arrangement based on job responsibilities, operational needs, supervisor approval, and Dallas College policy. Academic (Faculty) positions require an on-campus presence, even when teaching online courses, in accordance with state law. Position Type Staff All positions are considered on-site roles. After six months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to apply for a hybrid work schedule. Academic positions (Faculty) require on-campus presence, even if the role involves teaching online classes, in accordance with state law. Position Type Staff All positions are considered on-site roles. After six months of employment, employees may have the opportunity to apply for a hybrid work schedule. Academic positions (Faculty) require on-campus presence, even if the role involves teaching online classes, in accordance with state law.

Position Summary

The Intercultural Student Engagement Coordinator is responsible for the development and implementation of co-curricular engagement offerings, high-impact activities, and academic success initiatives to support the unique needs of the many student populations comprising Dallas College in alignment with our institutional culture of care. The Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting the access, persistence, retention, and success of students from multiple identities by creating co-curricular experiences that help students feel welcomed, connected, valued, supported, and prepared for their next.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated knowledge of community college student issues through programming, resource management, and other professional activities. Experience connecting students to support programs and resources and ability to maintain student confidentiality and sensitive information that may be observed during student interaction. Knowledge and understanding of student development theory, current issues, and trends in student affairs and student development. Knowledge, understanding, and commitment to the open access policy and philosophy of the comprehensive community college. Knowledge and understanding of the multiple backgrounds of Dallas College students. Implementation and support of intercultural and social leadership co-curricular student programs. Support of culturally relevant student groups including serving as co advisors to recognized student clubs and organizations. Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations regarding student discipline. Shared governance and evidence of strong ability to work effectively and collaboratively with administration, faculty, students, staff, and other constituent groups and partners, both within and outside a college or university. Ability to identify and address opportunities and challenges arising from Dallas College’s transition to a one-college model. An understanding of contemporary issues in higher education is required through professional development activities. Support of departmental international and global programming efforts and various Student Success Strategic efforts.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Three (3) years of experience developing outcome-based student engagement experiences and support interventions within an academic environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s in related field preferred. Official transcripts required.
• Current and valid Texas driver’s license required and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to work extended hours beyond the regular 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. hours.
• Experience working with diverse student and staff populations.
• Excellent interpersonal relations skills.
• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
• Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.

Key Responsibilities

• Development of tailored programmatic efforts to support student retention and success of members from various communities that mirror our Dallas College student populations.
• Works collaboratively with college and community partners to enhance the academic success of the various Dallas College student populations.
• Provide departmental support across the seven Dallas College campuses when needed.
• Delivers co-curricular engagement to help increase students’ intercultural and global competency that enhances the overall college student experience and builds career readiness skills.
• Provides in-services training and facilitates meetings, workshops, and seminars to identify issues and develop recommendations to support students.
• Serves as a resource to staff, faculty, students, and campus community on student engagement and activities and as departmental contact for assigned campus location.
• Advises senior administrators in implementing programs, new initiatives, and special projects.
• Leads and/or partners on several major events, activities, and initiatives including but not limited to Welcome Week Events, Heritage Celebrations, Solidarity Days, Immersion trips, Global Programming, Campus-based activities, and departmental Signature Programming.
• Responsible for ensuring that all programs and activities comply with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Coordinates and facilitates interactive workshops that promote experiential learning.
• Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
• Responsible for ensuring that all programs, services, and activities comply with university, state, and federal regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned including monitoring the transportation of and/or accompanying (driving) students to program activities, workshops, and engagement opportunities.
• The position is required to be on campus. Although the coordinator is housed at a specific campus location, individuals will be supporting programs and events across the seven Dallas College campuses.
• The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
• Position requires regular and predictable attendance.

About Us

Since 1965, Dallas College, formerly Dallas County Community College District, has served more than three (3) million students. Comprising seven campuses located around the Dallas/Fort Worth area, we are one of the largest community college systems in the state of Texas. We strive to be a leader in the community college space, placing students at the center of everything we do. Dallas College is committed to cultivating an environment of opportunity and belonging for all students and employees. We recognize that the Dallas College workforce, and the diverse talent that stems from it, is directly linked to our success. We are part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, veteran status, pregnancy or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, Dallas College will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Applications Deadline September 19, 2026

Locations

• Brookhaven
• Cedar Valley Campus
• Eastfield El Centro
• Mountain View
• North Lake
• Richland