Community Engagement Coordinator

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Full Time Cincinnati, OH, US

POSITION: Community Engagement Coordinator (Full-Time)

SUPERVISOR: Director of the Office of Engagement

DEPARTMENT: Office of Engagement

COMPENSATION:$19.00 per hour

The Art Academy of Cincinnati is seeking a full-time, experienced, and strategic Community Engagement Coordinator to join our team. This position plays a central role in advancing AAC's visibility, access, and impact across the region through the management of arts outreach programs and public engagement initiatives. The role includes a six-month probationary period, after which a formal review will be conducted to assess performance and guide long-term success in the position.

JOB SUMMARY

The Community Engagement Coordinator oversees the daily operations and evaluation of programs housed in the Office of Engagement, including Future BFA, the Artist and Writer in Residence Program, Camp Art Academy, Teen Academy, community education courses, portfolio preparation courses, and public programs. This position is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of programs, supervising contracted instructors and program staff, maintaining studio spaces, and developing partnerships with schools, families, and community organizations.

The Community Engagement Coordinator represents AAC to local communities, builds sustainable engagement strategies, and ensures program excellence across all initiatives. The position also manages planned public events in collaboration with the Office of Institutional Advancement. This position requires a professional who can balance logistical oversight, community relationship-building, and the operational demands of high-quality arts education and engagement programs. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong communication and project management skills and a commitment to broadening access to the arts while strengthening the Academy's role in the community.

This position is hourly, full-time with benefits, and non-exempt, with hours commonly scheduled Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Flexibility in schedule is required to accommodate special events, student programming, and periods of increased activity throughout the academic year. This position reports to the Director of the Office of Engagement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Under the oversight of the Director of the Office of Engagement, manage K-12 school-based programs, including the Artist and Writer in Residence Program and Future BFA Pre-College, overseeing schedules, staffing, and program operations.
• Assist with the coordination of Camp Art Academy, Teen Academy, community courses, portfolio preparation courses, and adult and youth workshops.
• Lead Camp Art Academy Drop off and Pick up procedures.
• Supervise contracted instructors and temporary staff, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to program standards.
• Maintain and organize the Community Education Studio, including supplies, materials, and equipment, and support studio operations.
• Manage registration, attendance tracking, and documentation for all programs using Jotform, Square, Excel, and other systems.
• Attend the first sessions of community courses and engagement events to ensure smooth program launches.
• Plan and coordinate program logistics, including setup, cleanup, communications, and material preparation.
• Represent AAC at community events, school visits, festivals, and public programs, including limited and pre-planned evening and weekend commitments.
• In collaboration with the Director of the Office of Engagement, build and maintain partnerships with schools, nonprofits, community organizations, and local cultural institutions.
• Assist with photography, social media, and program documentation to support promotion and outreach.
• Track program budgets and expenses in coordination with the Director of the Office of Engagement and the Finance Department.
• Collaborate with AAC departments, including Admissions, Marketing, Student Affairs, and Institutional Advancement, to support integrated programming.
• Participate in travel when and where needed.
• Perform additional duties that advance AAC's vision and fulfill its mission, as assigned by the President, Executive Team, and Director of the Office of Engagement.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS

• Demonstrated experience in community education, experiential learning, higher education administration, or related fields within arts, design, or creative education environments.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple programs, initiatives, and student-support responsibilities simultaneously.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships with students, faculty, staff, alumni, employers, community partners, and creative industry…