Engagement Coordinator with Security Clearance

Create and publish engaging content

• Create and publish engaging content, including social posts, graphics, videos, alumni features, and program highlights.
• Repurpose existing CHDS content, including research, publications, events, and faculty insights, into social media-ready formats.
• Maintain a consistent brand voice and messaging strategy across all channels.
• Cook up and support the production of digital content and multimedia campaigns.

Audience Engagement & Outreach

• Develop targeted outreach strategies for homeland security professionals, including law enforcement, fire service, emergency management, public health, military, and government audiences.
• Monitor industry trends, emerging issues, and relevant discussions to identify content opportunities.
• Engage with professional associations, partner organizations, and online communities to expand CHDS visibility.
• Support recruitment, program awareness, and alumni engagement initiatives through targeted digital communications.

Community Management & Analytics

• Manage day-to-day engagement across social media platforms, including responding to comments and fostering audience interaction.
• Highlight alumni achievements, research, and organizational impact stories.
• Track platform performance and prepare regular reports on audience growth, engagement, and campaign effectiveness.
• Use analytics and industry best practices to optimize content strategy and audience reach.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Journalism, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in social media management, digital communications, marketing, or community engagement.
• Experience creating content for professional, government, educational, public safety, or military audiences.
• Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.
• Experience managing LinkedIn, Facebook, YouTube, and other organizational social media platforms.
• Proficiency with social media management and analytics tools, including Hootsuite, Sprout Social, Meta Business Suite, or similar platforms.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with homeland security, emergency management, public safety, military, or government organizations.
• Experience supporting higher education, professional development, or workforce development programs.
• Experience with Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or other graphic design tools.
• Knowledge of audience segmentation, digital marketing, and social media analytics.

Clearance Requirement

No clearance required.

Travel

Occasional travel may be required.