Community Engagement Administrator

Clarkson College, a private institution in Omaha, Nebraska, is looking for a Community Engagement Administrator to lead outreach that supports the college’s mission and strategic plan. This full-time, onsite role sits in the Office of Community and Cultural Engagement, reporting directly to the Director of that office. It’s a role for someone who enjoys shaping partnerships and coordinating community activity in a higher-education setting, and who wants to help students, faculty and staff connect with meaningful service opportunities.

The successful candidate will shape a campus-wide strategy to foster long-term partnerships, coordinate service and volunteer opportunities, and boost engagement across the Clarkson community. With more than 200+ employees, 1,200+ students, and 8,000 alumni, the administrator will oversee programming and community engagement in collaboration with multiple external partners to raise the college’s visibility and strengthen its ties with the wider community.

In this position you’ll help the college make its outreach consistent with its values and goals, while creating opportunities for collaboration with local organizations. If you thrive in environments that prize service, clear communication, and teamwork, you’ll likely find this role rewarding.

Making Clarkson’s outreach work come to life

You’ll develop and implement a cohesive, college-wide approach to building community partnerships that align with Clarkson’s mission. The role includes planning and coordinating service, volunteer initiatives, and service-learning experiences, ensuring programs connect with students’ learning and the college’s commitments. You’ll manage a portfolio of programming that engages internal stakeholders and external partners, with the scale of engagement touching hundreds of staff, students, and alumni, as well as diverse external groups. The work requires thoughtful collaboration, event planning, and effective communication to keep initiatives on track and aligned with institutional values.

Daily duties center on turning strategy into action: designing partnerships, guiding volunteer activities, and supporting opportunities for students to participate in community efforts. You’ll balance shifting priorities, maintain attention to detail, and help teams collaborate across departments to deliver programs that reflect Clarkson’s standards and mission. The role is about turning good ideas into well-run, impactful programs that contribute to the college’s reputation in the Omaha region.

The essentials and the extras

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (such as Public Administration, Education, Social Work, Communications, or Health Sciences) is required
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to connect with people at all levels of the organization
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally, exercising sound judgment and discretion
• Capacity to work independently, organize workloads, meet deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities while maintaining accuracy
• Professional, courteous manner and the ability to work well with a diverse group of people
• Demonstrated collaborative spirit and a positive attitude

• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred
• Two or more years of related experience in community engagement, including outreach, nonprofit work, volunteering, or higher education, preferred
• Experience coordinating partnerships, volunteer programs, or service-learning initiatives preferred

Compensation, benefits and the work setup

The role is on-site in Omaha, full-time, with Clarkson College described as a workplace that values its people. The college has been recognized as a 2026 Great College to Work For and offers a flexible work schedule along with family-friendly benefits to all employees.

Benefits include Paid Time Off, a retirement match contribution, medical, dental and vision insurance, and tuition benefits for employees, dependents, and spouses. There is also support for community involvement and wellness incentives, reflecting the college’s commitment to a balanced and supportive work life.

Clarkson College emphasizes its long-standing role in the region, leading education and training needs for over 137 years, and frames its values around learning, excellence, integrity, commitment, and caring. This is the kind of team where your work helps students feel comfortable, prepared and confident to pursue rewarding careers in health care.

Tips to stand out in your application

Lead with your degree and relevant community engagement experience so the first thing recruiters see confirms you meet the must-haves. A concise opening summary on your resume that ties your education to outreach experience helps you pass initial screens.

Back up your must-have skills with concrete examples, especially around handling confidential information and coordinating partnerships. Share a story that demonstrates your judgment, discretion, and ability to work across stakeholder groups, including faculty, staff, and external partners.

Prepare to discuss how you manage multiple priorities and adapt when priorities shift. Have a few short scenarios ready that show you can stay organized, meet deadlines, and still collaborate effectively with others.

Ask a targeted question about current Clarkson College partnerships and how success in community engagement is measured. For extra impact, show your interest in working with diverse groups and in expanding opportunities for students to participate in service-oriented programs.