Student Engagement Specialist

Hillel International; Burlington, Northern (VT, KY); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability

Flexible Spending Plan

Vacation and sick leave

Parental leave

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Hillel at UVM is seeking an Engagement Associate to support relationship-based student engagement and vibrant Jewish life on campus. You will build authentic connections, plan Shabbat dinners and celebrations, and collaborate with staff and student leaders to develop creative initiatives.

The role invites recent graduates or early-career professionals who can work evenings and weekends, with opportunities for professional development and travel within the Hillel network.

Qualifications

• Recent college graduates or graduating seniors, typically within 0-3 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated interest in student engagement, leadership development, and Jewish life.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with students.
• Creativity, initiative, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to work collaboratively while also taking ownership of projects and relationships.
• Comfort working a flexible schedule that includes evenings, weekends, and Jewish holidays.
• A valid driver's license is required for this role.

Responsibilities

• Build authentic, ongoing relationships with Jewish students through one-on-one conversations, small group engagement, tabling, and presence at campus events.
• Meet students where they are socially, academically, and geographically across campus, including evenings and weekends.
• Identify students to engage and help connect them to meaningful Jewish experiences.
• Follow up with students post-engagements to affirm relationships and Hillel connection.
• Support the planning, implementation, and execution of Shabbat dinners, holiday celebrations, immersive experiences, and small- to mid-scale programs.
• Collaborate with the Director of Student Engagement, other staff, and student leaders to develop creative initiatives that resonate with diverse student interests.
• Assist with logistics, outreach, and follow-up to ensure programs are welcoming, well-run, and impactful.
• Serve as a positive and accessible Jewish role model, engaging students in informal conversations about their own relationship to Jewish life, values, learning, and Israel.
• Help create pluralistic Jewish experiences that invite exploration, curiosity, and personal meaning in our UVM community.
• Support bridge-building and collaborative initiatives with campus partners such as the Ski and Snowboard Club, Outing Club, Wellness programs, and other student organizations.
• Participate in relationship-building efforts across the Hillel International network and with peer professionals.
• Track student interactions and program participation using Hillel engagement systems.
• Contribute to team planning, reflection, and assessment conversations.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of Hillel’s mission and goals.

Skills

Relationship Builder

Clear & Direct Communicator

Student-Centered

Creativity

Resiliency

Job description

Hillel at UVM is seeking an Engagement Associate to support relationship-based student engagement and vibrant Jewish life on campus. You will build authentic connections, plan Shabbat dinners and celebrations, and collaborate with staff and student leaders to develop creative initiatives.

The role invites recent graduates or early-career professionals who can work evenings and weekends, with opportunities for professional development and travel within the Hillel network.