Temporary Outreach Specialist

About the University

Florida International University (FIU) is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in Miami, FIU offers over 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars, and MacArthur Genius Fellows. As a Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health, and technology and innovation. The university is home to the Wall of Wind and the Institute of Environment, standing at the forefront of discovery and innovation. FIU focuses on student success, economic mobility, and community engagement, redefining what it means to be a public research university.

About the Role

The Civil and Environmental Department is seeking a Temporary Outreach Specialist to join their team of professionals.

Responsibilities

• Contact high schools to schedule one-hour presentations.
• Present material to high school students.
• Distribute freebies, track inventory, and document activities.
• Maintain social media accounts (Instagram and Facebook) to promote the program.
• Supervise undergraduate students.

Requirements

• High school diploma with three (3) years of experience, or
• Two (2) years of post-secondary education with one (1) year of experience, or
• An equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience.

Benefits

As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. You are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g., dental, vision), which require full payment on your part. Upon completing an assignment, employees may apply for other positions on FIU Careers.

Pay

$22.00 per hour.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM.

Pre-employment requirements include a criminal background check and a research expanded background check.