Community Engagement Coordinator

SEI

Community Engagement Coordinator supporting sustainability initiatives with California Community College Chancellor's Office. Contributing to impactful climate resilience projects and collaborating with various stakeholders in education.

Posted 7/17/2026full-timeCalifornia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in climate action, sustainability, and data analysis to support the implementation of AASHE STARS and statewide climate initiatives. Proven ability to build collaborative relationships and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders in higher education.

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AASHE STARS ImplementationClimate Action KnowledgeData Analysis and ReportingProject Management SkillsCollaboration and Relationship Building

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionData AnalysisSustainability MetricsGreenhouse Gas ReductionResilience PlanningEnvironmental ProgramsQuantitative Data ManagementQualitative Data ManagementTechnical WritingTraining Development

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsCollaborative MindsetAbility to Manage Multiple PrioritiesPositive Contribution to Teams

Tools & Technologies

SpreadsheetsData Management ToolsWebinarsGuidance DocumentsTemplatesToolkits

Industry Keywords

SustainabilityClimate ResilienceHigher EducationPublic AdministrationEnvironmental ScienceClimate Policy

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support AASHE STARS Implementation for clusters of 2-3 colleges: Provide technical assistance to California Community Colleges in completing AASHE STARS assessment, including data collection, documentation, reporting, and identification of opportunities for continuous improvement.
Advance Vision 2030 Climate Initiatives: Assist in implementing statewide climate action priorities that support Vision 2030, with a focus on climate resilience, sustainability, equity, and institutional transformation across the 116 California Community Colleges.
Provide Campus Engagement and Technical Assistance: Build collaborative relationships with college administrators, faculty, staff, and sustainability leaders to support climate planning, sustainability initiatives, and adoption of best practices.
Analyze and Communicate Sustainability Data: Collect, organize, analyze, and summarize sustainability metrics and institutional data to track progress toward systemwide climate and sustainability goals and prepare reports, presentations, and resource materials.
Develop Resources and Deliver Training: Create guidance documents, templates, toolkits, webinars, and other educational resources that help colleges navigate the STARS reporting process and strengthen campus sustainability efforts.
Support Statewide Climate Programs and Partnerships: Collaborate with the Chancellor's Office Climate Team and external partners to coordinate meetings, facilitate communities of practice, and advance statewide initiatives related to sustainable facilities, climate resilience, and institutional sustainability.
Identify and Share Best Practices: Research emerging trends, policies, funding opportunities, and innovative practices in higher education sustainability, and share successful models that can be scaled across California's community colleges.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in environmental science, sustainability, climate policy, engineering, public administration, higher education, or a closely related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Demonstrated knowledge of climate action, sustainability, greenhouse gas reduction, resilience planning, or environmental programs, preferably in higher education, government, or the public sector.
Experience collecting, analyzing, and organizing quantitative and qualitative data using spreadsheets or other data management tools to support reporting, research, or program evaluation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to a variety of audiences and willingness to contact individuals at institutions.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently.
Collaborative mindset with the ability to build effective working relationships and contribute positively to cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholder groups.
Access to regular and reliable transportation to travel to colleges and universities in your geographic region.
Commitment to a fair workplace that honors the experiences, voices, viewpoints, and values of all individuals.
Authorization to work in the United States for the duration of the fellowship (SEI is unable to sponsor visas).
May require occasional moving about to accomplish tasks, moving from one worksite to another, or adjusting or moving objects under 25-50 pounds in all directions.
Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Benefits

Comp & perks

A fixed, monthly stipend of $3900.
$1000 end-of-program financial award.
Health care coverage with 100% of health care insurance premiums covered by SEI.
10 Personal Days (for a standard 10-month Fellowship), in addition to all holidays off that are observed as closure days by the partner placement site.
Comprehensive career-readiness training, including interview prep, salary negotiation, and resume building.
Panels, workshops, and networking with climate resilience industry professionals.
Professional networking and learning opportunities, including multiple conferences.
The University of California Climate Stewards Certification equips you to lead community and ecosystem resilience initiatives.