Coordinator of Community Outreach and Engagement

Job Description:

Coordinator of Community Outreach and Engagement Who We Are Seattle Pacific University is a Christian university fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community. Student Ministries supports students as they grow in faith, explore vocation, engage in Christian community, and serve others. Through local partnerships, service opportunities, discipleship, and leadership development, Student Ministries seeks to help students connect their faith with meaningful action in the world. What We Need Seattle Pacific University is seeking a Coordinator of Community Outreach and Engagement to support student engagement in meaningful service opportunities throughout the greater Seattle area. Working closely with the Director of Student Ministries, this position provides leadership for SPU's Urban Involvement program, supports student leaders, develops community partnerships, and helps create opportunities for students to engage in service, learning, and relationship-building with local organizations and churches. The ideal candidate is passionate about student development, community engagement, Christian service, and mentoring student leaders. This role requires strong organizational skills, relationship-building ability, and a commitment to helping students connect faith, learning, and service. This position is based on SPU's Seattle campus and requires occasional evening and weekend participation in student programs and events. The Coordinator of Community Outreach and Engagement position supports Seattle Pacific University's mission by contributing to a Christ‑centered learning and working community committed to academic excellence, service, and engagement with the world. In this role, the employee brings their skills, gifts, and professional expertise to work that matters—serving students, colleagues, and the broader University community in ways that reflect SPU's values and purpose. To that end, all University employees are required to be aligned with and supportive of SPU's Statement of Faith and its derivative policies and lifestyle expectations. What You'll Do Community Outreach & Partnership Development Coordinate community outreach and service opportunities for SPU students in partnership with the Director of Student Ministries and student leaders Build, maintain, and strengthen relationships with local nonprofit organizations, community partners, churches, and service sites Coordinate agreements, transportation logistics, documentation, and compliance requirements related to student service opportunities Support the ongoing development and effectiveness of SPU's Urban Involvement program Student Leadership Development Mentor and support Urban Involvement Coordinators and site leaders as they plan and facilitate service experiences Assist with recruitment, selection, training, and development of student leaders Develop and coordinate leadership training programs for Urban Involvement Coordinators and site leaders Support student-led initiatives including the annual Site Fair, weekly site visits, and leadership development gatherings Program Administration & Operations Coordinate program logistics, event planning, scheduling, and communication efforts Manage program supplies, purchasing, reimbursements, and budget tracking Assist with planning and implementation of conferences, retreats, mission trips, and other engagement opportunities Ensure effective communication and collaboration with campus departments and community partners Student Ministries Collaboration Serve as an active member of the Student Ministries team Collaborate on Student Ministries initiatives, events, and departmental priorities Assist with planning and implementation of the annual Church & Ministry Fair Participate in departmental meetings, committees, and collaborative programming efforts Assist in evaluating and maintaining church partnerships consistent with university policies and values Supervision & Support Supervise the graduate assistant assigned to community outreach initiatives Provide guidance, coaching, and support to student leaders and volunteers Foster a welcoming, encouraging, and mission-focused environment for student engagement What You Bring Bachelor's degree in a related field Experience leading, mentoring, or supporting students, volunteers, or community engagement initiatives Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from a wide range of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives Strong relationship-building and communication skills Experience coordinating events, projects, programs, or volunteer efforts Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment Strong organizational skills and attention to detail Interest in student development, discipleship, ministry, and community engagement Familiarity with social media platforms and digital communication tools Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Mission Alignment:

A personal commitment to Christian faith; enthusiasm for supporting SPU's mission; alignment with the University's Statement of Faith; and willingness to uphold the lifestyle standards of our Christian community Preferred Qualifications Master's degree in a related field Three years of experience in ministry, higher education, student development, community engagement, or a related field Experience supervising student leaders, graduate assistants, or volunteers Experience working with faith-based service, outreach, or community engagement programs

Compensation, Benefits & Position Details Hourly Rate:

$28.00-$32.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule:

Part-time, 20-24 hours per week

Status:

Non-exempt, hourly

Department:

Student Ministries Location:

Seattle Pacific University, Seattle, WA This position may require occasional evening and weekend work to support student programs, training events, conferences, and community engagement activities.

Benefits:

SPU pays a portion of the employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance; provides HSA/HRA contributions; contributes 7% to a retirement account (as eligible).

Additional Information:

How to Apply Please complete the online application through Workday and be prepared to submit the following materials: Resume Cover Letter We look forward to hearing how your unique talents and giftings make you a great fit for this role and how you can contribute to the mission of SPU! Founded in 1891, Seattle Pacific University has a long and distinguished history in Christian higher education. Located just minutes from downtown Seattle, SPU seeks to be a premier Christian University fully committed to engaging the culture and changing the world by graduating people of competence and character, becoming people of wisdom, and modeling grace-filled community. Seattle Pacific University seeks applicants committed to its Christian mission. As part of our mission of cultural engagement, SPU is committed to building an excellent staff and faculty that reflects a broad range of talents, experiences and perspectives. Valuing the full array of God's created humanity is an ethos that is inseparable from our Christian faith. At SPU, we recognize this full human array as a basic feature of God's creation and a core theme of the gospel. At the heart of our mission-centered commitment is a desire to represent the breadth of God's kingdom more fully. We strive to become a workplace to recruit, develop, and retain faculty and staff who can embrace, value, and engage differences with humility and care. We invite you to join us on our journey by starting a career at SPU! Seattle Pacific University provides reasonable accommodation to applicants. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any portion of the application or hiring process please contact the Human Resources Department at (206)281-2809, or email hr@spu.edu. Notification must be given at least five (5) working days before the accommodation is needed. This small volume,

SPU:

Who We Are, gathers key documents that articulate the identity and guiding principles of Seattle Pacific — our statement of faith, our enduring commitments, and our expectations for life together in a diverse, academic community. These statements are more than policies; they form the shared framework within which we pursue our mission as educators, scholars, staff, and colleagues. SPU is committed to helping all members of the SPU community provide for their own safety and security. Each year, in compliance with federal law, SPU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This compliance document is available on the SPU website. A print version of the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at the Office of Safety and Security at 601 West Emerson Street, Seattle, WA 98119, or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 206-281-2922. SPU's report contains information regarding campus security and personal safety including topics such as crime prevention, fire safety, crime reporting policies, disciplinary procedures, and other matters of importance related to security and safety on campus. The report also contains information about reported crimes for the three previous calendar years that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by SPU; and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus In addition, the report contains information about fires occurring in on-campus student housing facilities during the three preceding calendar years. This information is required by law and is provided by the Seattle Pacific University Office of Safety and Security.