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Community Engagement Coordinator roles in nonprofits, local government, and advocacy organizations qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a relevant bachelor's degree. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, giving Australian professionals a reliable path to U.S. work authorization with employer sponsorship.
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*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: (CASUAL) Community Engagement Program Specialist
Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Center
Position: *** Casual Hire ***
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: October 23, 2026
Closing Date: October 30, 2026
Salary: $51.00/hour
Full-time/Part-time: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin November 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Note: To ensure a consistent digital layout across third-party software platforms, Hawaiian language (kahako and okina) and other such diacritical marks have been omitted from this online posting. The University recognizes and respects the proper use of these markings in all official communications.
Duties:
Under the general supervision of Director of Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center (Kipuka), responsible for the development, implementation, and management community engagement initiatives, strategic partnerships, and paid student internships in support of the UH Hilo U.S. Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program grant.
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Develop, implement, and manage community engagement initiatives and strategic partnerships that support Activity 3 of the SIP grant, aligning activities with UH Hilo student success priorities and institutional capacity-building goals.
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Build and sustain collaborative relationships with community organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to expand student engagement, experiential learning, and professional development.
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Lead the design, execution, and implementation of a comprehensive paid internship program in collaboration with the Kipuka Student Development Coordinator, including developing program frameworks, partner agreements, placement matching, onboarding, performance monitoring, and evaluating student performance, and learning outcomes.
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Create and facilitate, culturally responsive, place-based educational curricula, workshops, training materials, and community-engaged learning opportunities grounded in Hawaii's cultural values and community knowledge to support student learning, professional development, and career readiness.
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Work with the Kipuka Student Development Coordinator, UH Hilo departments, student support programs, and community partners to identify student needs, establish internship and experiential learning opportunities, and strengthen connections between academic learning, community engagement, and post-graduation opportunities.
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Develop program policies, procedures, partnership resources, and assessment tools to support the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of community engagement initiatives and paid internship opportunities.
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Establish policies, tracking systems, assessment tools, and data reporting to drive program improvement and grant compliance.
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Work in multiple work settings and maintain a variable work schedule as required.
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Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in community engagement, community-based organizations, partnership development, educational programming, or related fields; or any equivalent combination of education and professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
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Demonstrated experience working with community-based organizations, nonprofit organizations, or other community-serving institutions, including developing, maintaining, and strengthening collaborative relationships and partnerships.
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Demonstrated working knowledge of community resources, organizations, and networks serving Hawaii, including the ability to identify opportunities for collaboration and connect students with community-based experiences and resources.
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Experience developing and implementing place-based educational curricula, workshops, training materials, and educational resources grounded in Hawaii's values, communities, and knowledge systems.
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Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo's student population, student support services, and campus resources.
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Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and standard office software applications.
To Apply:
issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries:
Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu
Please refer to the Community Engagement Program Specialist Casual Hire when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
Description
*** Applicants seeking short-term or part-time work with the University of Hawai'i may apply for Casual Hire positions, which include administrative, professional, and technical (APT) or instructional-type positions. Because of the temporary nature of these appointments, Casual Hire employees are not eligible for most benefits as provided to regular Board of Regents (BOR) and Civil Service employees (i.e. paid holidays/leave). Casual Hire appointments may last for up to 89 days for full-time employees, and up to 1 calendar year for part-time employees.
Title: (CASUAL) Community Engagement Program Specialist
Hiring Unit: Kipuka Native Hawaiian Center
Position: *** Casual Hire ***
Location: UH Hilo
Date Posted: October 23, 2026
Closing Date: October 30, 2026
Salary: $51.00/hour
Full-time/Part-time: Full-time (40 hours/week)
Temporary/Permanent: Temporary
Other Conditions: Casual Hire temporary appointment is expected to begin November 2026 or soon thereafter. Not to exceed 89 days.
Note: To ensure a consistent digital layout across third-party software platforms, Hawaiian language (kahako and okina) and other such diacritical marks have been omitted from this online posting. The University recognizes and respects the proper use of these markings in all official communications.
Duties:
Under the general supervision of Director of Kipuka Native Hawaiian Student Center (Kipuka), responsible for the development, implementation, and management community engagement initiatives, strategic partnerships, and paid student internships in support of the UH Hilo U.S. Department of Education Strengthening Institutions Program grant.
-
Develop, implement, and manage community engagement initiatives and strategic partnerships that support Activity 3 of the SIP grant, aligning activities with UH Hilo student success priorities and institutional capacity-building goals.
-
Build and sustain collaborative relationships with community organizations, businesses, and educational institutions to expand student engagement, experiential learning, and professional development.
-
Lead the design, execution, and implementation of a comprehensive paid internship program in collaboration with the Kipuka Student Development Coordinator, including developing program frameworks, partner agreements, placement matching, onboarding, performance monitoring, and evaluating student performance, and learning outcomes.
-
Create and facilitate, culturally responsive, place-based educational curricula, workshops, training materials, and community-engaged learning opportunities grounded in Hawaii's cultural values and community knowledge to support student learning, professional development, and career readiness.
-
Work with the Kipuka Student Development Coordinator, UH Hilo departments, student support programs, and community partners to identify student needs, establish internship and experiential learning opportunities, and strengthen connections between academic learning, community engagement, and post-graduation opportunities.
-
Develop program policies, procedures, partnership resources, and assessment tools to support the implementation, evaluation, and sustainability of community engagement initiatives and paid internship opportunities.
-
Establish policies, tracking systems, assessment tools, and data reporting to drive program improvement and grant compliance.
-
Work in multiple work settings and maintain a variable work schedule as required.
-
Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
- Possession of a baccalaureate degree from an accredited four-year college or university and three (3) years of progressively responsible professional experience in community engagement, community-based organizations, partnership development, educational programming, or related fields; or any equivalent combination of education and professional work experience that provides the required education, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
-
Demonstrated experience working with community-based organizations, nonprofit organizations, or other community-serving institutions, including developing, maintaining, and strengthening collaborative relationships and partnerships.
-
Demonstrated working knowledge of community resources, organizations, and networks serving Hawaii, including the ability to identify opportunities for collaboration and connect students with community-based experiences and resources.
-
Experience developing and implementing place-based educational curricula, workshops, training materials, and educational resources grounded in Hawaii's values, communities, and knowledge systems.
-
Demonstrated knowledge of UH Hilo's student population, student support services, and campus resources.
-
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Proficiency in the use of personal computers and standard office software applications.
To Apply:
issued from an institution outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from an agency having membership with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc., verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. Expense of the evaluation shall be borne by the applicant. All requested documents/information become the property of the University. All minimum qualifications must be met by the closing date. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Failure to submit all required documents and reference information shall deem an application to be incomplete.
Note: If you have not applied for a position before using NeoGov, you will need to create an account.
Inquiries:
Hualani Loo, loorache@hawaii.edu
Please refer to the Community Engagement Program Specialist Casual Hire when making inquiries.
EEO, Clery Act, ADA
The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status. For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/
Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a Community Engagement Coordinator
Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian bachelor's degree in communications, social work, or public policy satisfies the E-3 visa specialty occupation requirement. Bring your official transcripts and a credential evaluation from a NACES-member evaluator to confirm equivalency before your first interview.
Target organizations with prior LCA filing history
Nonprofits, university outreach offices, and public health agencies regularly file Labor Condition Applications for coordinator roles. Search the DOL's OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have sponsored similar positions, then prioritize those in your outreach.
Frame sponsorship as a standard nonprofit hiring step
Many nonprofit hiring managers assume sponsorship requires months and large legal fees. Clarify that the E-3 LCA process typically certifies within seven business days and that employer costs are limited, so the process fits within a standard hiring timeline.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service after accepting an offer
Once you have a written offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This keeps the filing accurate and moves you from accepted offer to consulate appointment without delays from paperwork errors.
Prepare a role-specific specialty occupation letter
Community engagement roles can attract consular scrutiny if the job description reads as generalist. Ask your employer to document the degree requirement in the offer letter and LCA, specifying that the role draws on specialized knowledge in public administration, communications, or a related field.
Confirm E-Verify enrollment before your consulate appointment
USCIS requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify before you can begin work. Verify enrollment status with your HR contact after the LCA is certified and before you book your Australian consulate appointment to avoid authorization gaps on your start date.
E-3 Visa Community Engagement Coordinator: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Community Engagement Coordinator jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. Filter by job title and visa type to surface employers who have filed for similar positions before. Targeting organizations with prior LCA history dramatically reduces the time spent educating hiring managers about the E-3 process.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a Community Engagement Coordinator role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, when the position requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field such as communications, public administration, social work, or nonprofit management. The role must be framed around specialized knowledge rather than general coordination tasks. A well-drafted job description and offer letter that explicitly states the degree requirement are what make the specialty occupation case at the consulate.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Community Engagement Coordinator roles?
The E-3 is available only to Australian citizens and has no lottery, no annual cap, and no registration fee. The H-1B visa is subject to an annual cap of 85,000 slots and a randomized lottery, meaning many qualified applicants are not selected in a given year. For community engagement roles where the employer is willing to sponsor, the E-3 is a far more predictable path than waiting on H-1B lottery results.
Can I switch Community Engagement Coordinator employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but you need a new LCA and a new visa stamp for each employer change. You can begin working for a new employer once the new LCA is certified and a valid E-3 visa reflecting that employer is in place. If your current visa stamp has not expired, some consulates allow a renewal interview rather than a full new application, which can shorten the turnaround.