Community Engagement Specialist (Part-time, OPS)

Job Title: Community Engagement Specialist (Part-time, OPS)
Location: Tallahassee, FL
Regular/Temporary: Temporary
Full/Part Time:
Job ID: 63266
Department

WFSU Public Media

Responsibilities

WFSU Public Media is seeking a motivated and organized Community Engagement Specialist to support our award-winning Education & Engagement team in planning, promoting, and executing education and outreach events that strengthen our connection to families, schools, and partner organizations across our broadcast area. This part-time role is ideal for someone passionate about public media, early learning, and community building.

• Event Coordination: Collaborate with partner organizations and internal staff to plan, promote and prepare for WFSU’s signature community events, including Be My Neighbor Day, Summer Challenge, Owl-O-Ween, Movie Nights and other family-centered hands-on activities.
• Duties include communications, promotions, social media, logistics, vendor outreach, hands-on activities with children, their families and their teachers and volunteer/intern scheduling.
• Volunteer & Intern Recruitment: Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and coordinating student interns and event volunteers to support WFSU’s outreach efforts.
• On-Site and Off-Site Event Support: Attend and support WFSU community events and activities as needed, which may include set-up/break-down, check-in, crafting stations, and various learning experiences with children, families, and their teachers. This position requires loading and unloading boxes of books and other heavy items. Please make sure you can easily lift up to 25 lbs.
• Team Support: Provide assistance with additional engagement initiatives or administrative tasks as needed, contributing to a collaborative and mission-driven team environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and some college coursework in a related area and work experience with Children/Families and/or Communications.
• A valid State of Florida or Georgia Driver’s License or the ability to obtain prior to hire.
• Must be willing and available to work occasional weekends and evening hours and travel to surrounding communities.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. transporting supplies and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Enthusiasm for PBS, PBS KIDS, NPR and the public media mission.
• Bachelor’s degree in education, communications, library sciences or other people focused degree.
• Experience in early and elementary education, communications and social media content creation and coordination, community outreach, or nonprofit/public media work.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work with a variety of stakeholders.
• Friendly, approachable, and enthusiastic about working with families and children.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Canva, and social media platforms.

Helpful

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience in educational outreach and event coordination
• Work as part of a dynamic, purpose-driven team
• Build connections with educators, community leaders, and media professionals

Candidates can expect up to two rounds of interviews. Those advancing to the second round will be asked to provide a work sample.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!

Learn more about Florida State University and our campuses.

Anticipated Salary Range

Starting at $18 per hour, commensurate with education and experience.

How To Apply

If qualified and interested in a specific job opening as advertised, apply through the FSU Careers site (jobs.fsu.edu). If you are a current FSU employee, apply through myFSU Self Service.

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history up to ten years, and education details even if attaching a resume.

Considerations

This is an OPS/temporary job.

Based on the duties, this position may require completion of a criminal history background check.

The schedule includes part-time work up to 20 hours/week; some evenings and weekends are required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.