Student Liaison Director | Volunteer | Cougs 4 Kids

About the role

The Student Liaison Director leads the Student Ambassador Team and coordinates student engagement across Cougs 4 Kids programming (virtual and in-person). You’ll ensure scheduling, communication, preparation, and youth-safety practices are handled with excellence—so students and youth both walk away feeling supported and connected.

Responsibilities

- Recruit, train, and manage a volunteer Student Ambassador Team to support student engagement logistics. - Coordinate all student engagement across Cougs 4 Kids programming (virtual and in-person). - Ensure student involvement aligns with university/partner guidelines, youth-safety protocols, privacy expectations, and any required documentation. - Prepare students for their roles (e.g., moderated Q&As, panels, encouragement messages) with guidance, rehearsal, and clarity. - Maintain a strong communication loop between students, advisors, event leads, and program staff. - Maintain consent and media-release tracking (when applicable) and ensure respectful, safe, and age-appropriate interactions. - Monitor satisfaction and impact for both youth and students using post-event feedback tools. - Partner with Marketing & Outreach to celebrate student involvement publicly (with consent).

Qualifications

- Passionate about youth development and post-secondary education. - Familiar with WSU culture and student life. - Organized and experienced in coordination, documentation, and/or volunteer leadership. - Comfortable working with Google Workspace (Calendar, Meet, Forms, Drive). - Professional and discreet—especially around privacy, scheduling, and youth-safety practices. - Committed to cultural humility and uplifting diverse youth voices.

Time Commitment

- Planning & Prep: ~5–10 hours/month - Final 4 weeks before camp: ~10 hours/week - During camp: Full-time for 5–7 days - Post-camp debrief & reporting: ~5 hours

Volunteer Requirements

- Minimum one-year commitment. - Valid driver’s license. - Background check and youth protection training. - Completion of required training sessions: - Trauma-Informed Practices - Cultural Sensitivity - DEI Foundations - Youth Safety Protocols

How to Apply

Send your resume and a brief letter of interest to [email protected]. Please include “Student Liaison Director – Student Ambassador Team” in the subject line. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.