Student Engagement Support Specialist (Temp, PT)

Community College of Allegheny County; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

A local community college in Pittsburgh is seeking a Student Engagement Support Specialist to enhance student involvement through co-curricular programming and events. This temporary part-time position requires strong skills in student engagement and event planning. The specialist will advise student organizations and support basic needs through the Campus Cupboard. High School Diploma is required with one year of relevant experience preferred. This fully in-person role operates primarily at the Allegheny Campus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience in student engagement or event planning.
• Experience in a college or higher education setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote and coordinate co-curricular programs and events.
• Advise and assist student clubs and organizations.
• Support basic needs through Campus Cupboard operations.

Skills

Event planning

Student engagement

Technological proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Job description

Student Engagement Support Specialist (Temp, PT)

Position Title: Student Engagement Support Specialist (Temp, PT)

Employment Type: Temporary Part-Time
Department: Student Services - Student Life & Engagement
Campus: Allegheny Campus
Work Hours: Monday - Thursday (12pm-6pm)
Remote Work Option: Fully In-Person
Additional Information: This position may require travel between campuses and centers; reliable transportation is required to fulfill job responsibilities.

Job Summary

The Student Engagement Support Specialist promotes, coordinates, and administers co‑curricular programs, events, and activities that enhance student involvement outside of the classroom. This role supports recreational, social, cultural, and educational programming; advises and assists student clubs and organizations; and collaborates on campus‑wide and college‑wide initiatives. The position serves on‑campus, virtual, and evening student populations and functions as a key departmental contact during evening programming at the Allegheny Campus.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associate's degree preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of related experience in student engagement, event planning, student programming, or student services.
• Experience in a college or higher education setting preferred.
• Technological proficiency with student engagement platforms, virtual programming tools, and basic marketing systems.
• Ability and willingness to travel to other college locations as needed.
• Ability to work evening hours based on student and center needs.

Duties

The Student Engagement Support Specialist promotes, coordinates, and administers co‑curricular programs, events, and activities that enhance student involvement outside of the classroom. This role supports recreational, social, cultural, and educational programming; advises and assists student clubs and organizations; and collaborates on campus‑wide and college‑wide initiatives. With a primary assignment at CCAC's Allegheny Campus, this position also plays a key role in basic needs support, including coordination of the Campus Cupboard and Closet.

Student Programming & Engagement

• Plan, coordinate, and implement co‑curricular programs and events for center‑based, on‑campus, virtual, and evening students.
• Explore, develop, and execute opportunities for both active and passive student engagement.
• Assist with campus‑wide and college‑wide initiatives such as New Student Orientation, Welcome Week, and major student celebrations.
• Publicize and promote events using inclusive and engaging marketing strategies.
• Collaborate with Student Life & Engagement staff across campuses and centers to ensure equitable access to programming.

Student Organization Support

• Support and advise student clubs and organizations in planning and delivering quality programming.
• Provide guidance on event logistics, engagement strategies, and departmental procedures.
• Collaborate with student leaders, faculty, and staff to produce joint programming across the College.

Campus Cupboard & Basic Needs Support

• Assist with and support the daily operation of the Campus Cupboard at the assigned Center.
• Greet all clients and visitors in a welcoming, respectful, and non‑judgmental manner.
• Ensure the pantry is organized, clean, and stocked before, during, and after open hours.
• Accept, inspect, sort, and record food and non‑food donations.
• Monitor expiration dates and packaging integrity; remove expired or unsafe items.
• Rotate inventory using FIFO (First In, First Out) practices.
• Stock shelves, storage areas, refrigerators, and freezers in a safe and organized manner.
• Conduct regular inventory counts and assist with ordering supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory levels, usage trends, and high‑demand items.
• Collaborate with campus and college partners to support basic needs initiatives.

Operational & Administrative Support

• Order supplies, materials, and equipment for events, programming, and Campus Cupboard operations.
• Supervise, mentor, and support student employees and student leaders.
• Attend departmental, campus, and college‑wide meetings.
• Serve as a point of contact for students, faculty, and staff regarding student engagement programs, services, and resources.

Clearances

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Criminal Background Check. The College has provided instructions on how to obtain these clearances, which are available here: https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=13&c=ccac

Application

To view the full job posting and apply for this position, go to: https://ccac.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?id=1887