Student Engagement Coordinator Jobs in Ohio
Student Engagement Coordinator jobs in Ohio are consistently active, with the strongest concentration at universities, community colleges, K-12 districts, and nonprofit youth-serving organizations in Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati. Institutions like Ohio State University, the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, and Cincinnati Children's draw consistent hiring at both entry-level and senior program leadership levels. The most in-demand specialties are first-year experience programming, retention and persistence initiatives, and community partnership coordination. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Job Title:
Student Engagement Support SpecialistDepartment:
FAES | Academic Program AdministrationReporting to the Lead Academic Success and Enrichment Specialist, this position serves as an accessible frontline resource for students and student organizations, engaging regularly with undergraduate students in a variety of settings while positively and professionally representing the holistic student development goals of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Collaborates in the implementation of all CFAES student engagement and success programming. Manages logistical details for student engagement programs and events including budget tracking requisition management, internal and external vendor management and negotiation for event supplies to balance efficient use of resources with quality experiences. Provides administrative support of scholarship awarding process management as needed. As coordinator of two collegewide Living, Learning Communities (LLC), works independently to develop and execute weekly student engagement programming, plan and manage student travel opportunities, promote LLC benefits to prospective students as needed and make criteria-based decisions for selection of new LLC members. Works closely with Campus Housing Academic Initiatives leaders and resident directors in navigating annual LLC renewals and ongoing student support. Provides leadership and direction to the CFAES Student Council and other CFAES-based student organizations including consensus building and coordination between student organizations, promoting opportunities for student engagement, and providing support for student organization officers and advisors. Independently leads planning for student recognition events and awards throughout the academic year. Coordinates a variety of welcome-week events for new and continuing CFAES students. Leads student-facing CFAES social media accounts and coordinates and distributes a weekly Academic Programs newsletter to undergraduate students and advisors.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree. Two years of experience in event management, student success support, academic advising, university housing experience, or similar student-support work.
Understands and follows FERPA guidelines.
Ability to independently troubleshoot issues in the moment during event management, exhibits sound judgement in providing guidance and direction to others, efficiently and effectively manages resources, plans budgets, navigates defined requisition and purchasing decisions.
Able to make decisions on events, programs, and recognitions that would be meaningful and engaging for undergraduate students.
Familiarity with social media management, website content management systems, and newsletter layout and formatting.
Position requires some evening and weekend engagement and occasional in-state travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Four years of relevant experience.
Prior experience with Workday, graphic design, website and social media management
Familiarity with CFAES academic programs and content
Additional Information:
Job Duties:
25% Support of Student Success: Coordinate first-year student success and retention initiatives including: daily involvement and support with new student summer orientation events, week of welcome activities (examples: pre-convocation and early arrival programming), peer mentor program support, connecting students with college and university resources, and coordination with academic units and Academic Programs Office staff in scheduling/planning/executing end-of-year activities/celebrations/student recognition events in coordination with CFAES Events Planning Team
25% LLC Coordinator: Serve as academic partner for CFAES Living-Learning Community and Kellogg-Moser Food Security and Sustainability Living-Learning Community; develop and implement weekly programming; coordinate early arrival programming and off-campus trips; coordinate student projects; review and selection of new members; serve as co-instructor for Kellogg-Moser Living-Learning Community Seminar (FAES 1200).
20% Student involvement: Serve as co-advisor for CFAES Student Council; responsible for knowledge of policies and procedures; facilitates student involvement through student clubs and organizations; serve as CFAES point of contact for CFAES student club and organizational needs; facilitates training exercises for leaders of student clubs and organizations; serve as CFAES point of contact for CFAES student competitive/judging team needs; maintain list of clubs/organizations in CFAES and their annual recognitions; organize Student Council awards; organize Newcomb Scholar awards
15% Administration: Coordinate daily administrative operations for student success including, but not limited to: fiscal (entering requisitions and related processes, budget tracking), entering room reservations; works with internal and external vendors for purchasing; responsible for identifying best practices and implementing process improvements to promote efficiency and quality; supporting scholarship administration duties as needed
10% Coordinate web content and social media accounts; coordinate and develop weekly academic programs newsletter; coordinate and develop marketing and communications pieces for various events and programs
5% Other duties as needed
This job profile is an Academic Success and Enrichment Specialist 2 (S2 level) on the career roadmap.
The offer for this position will fall within the positions pay range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications
Location:
Agricultural Administration (0003)Position Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Shift:
First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions .
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
Screen reader users may encounter difficulty with this site. For assistance with applying, please contact hr-accessibleapplication@osu.edu . If you have questions while submitting an application, please review these frequently asked questions .
Current Employees and Students:
If you are currently employed or enrolled as a student at The Ohio State University, please l og in to Workday to use the internal application process.
Welcome to The Ohio State University's career site. We invite you to apply to positions of interest. In order to ensure your application is complete, you must complete the following:
Ensure you have all necessary documents available when starting the application process. You can review the additional job description section on postings for documents that may be required.
Prior to submitting your application, please review and update (if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will transfer to your application.
Job Title:
Student Engagement Support SpecialistDepartment:
FAES | Academic Program AdministrationReporting to the Lead Academic Success and Enrichment Specialist, this position serves as an accessible frontline resource for students and student organizations, engaging regularly with undergraduate students in a variety of settings while positively and professionally representing the holistic student development goals of the College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences (CFAES). Collaborates in the implementation of all CFAES student engagement and success programming. Manages logistical details for student engagement programs and events including budget tracking requisition management, internal and external vendor management and negotiation for event supplies to balance efficient use of resources with quality experiences. Provides administrative support of scholarship awarding process management as needed. As coordinator of two collegewide Living, Learning Communities (LLC), works independently to develop and execute weekly student engagement programming, plan and manage student travel opportunities, promote LLC benefits to prospective students as needed and make criteria-based decisions for selection of new LLC members. Works closely with Campus Housing Academic Initiatives leaders and resident directors in navigating annual LLC renewals and ongoing student support. Provides leadership and direction to the CFAES Student Council and other CFAES-based student organizations including consensus building and coordination between student organizations, promoting opportunities for student engagement, and providing support for student organization officers and advisors. Independently leads planning for student recognition events and awards throughout the academic year. Coordinates a variety of welcome-week events for new and continuing CFAES students. Leads student-facing CFAES social media accounts and coordinates and distributes a weekly Academic Programs newsletter to undergraduate students and advisors.
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree. Two years of experience in event management, student success support, academic advising, university housing experience, or similar student-support work.
Understands and follows FERPA guidelines.
Ability to independently troubleshoot issues in the moment during event management, exhibits sound judgement in providing guidance and direction to others, efficiently and effectively manages resources, plans budgets, navigates defined requisition and purchasing decisions.
Able to make decisions on events, programs, and recognitions that would be meaningful and engaging for undergraduate students.
Familiarity with social media management, website content management systems, and newsletter layout and formatting.
Position requires some evening and weekend engagement and occasional in-state travel.
Preferred Qualifications:
Four years of relevant experience.
Prior experience with Workday, graphic design, website and social media management
Familiarity with CFAES academic programs and content
Additional Information:
Job Duties:
25% Support of Student Success: Coordinate first-year student success and retention initiatives including: daily involvement and support with new student summer orientation events, week of welcome activities (examples: pre-convocation and early arrival programming), peer mentor program support, connecting students with college and university resources, and coordination with academic units and Academic Programs Office staff in scheduling/planning/executing end-of-year activities/celebrations/student recognition events in coordination with CFAES Events Planning Team
25% LLC Coordinator: Serve as academic partner for CFAES Living-Learning Community and Kellogg-Moser Food Security and Sustainability Living-Learning Community; develop and implement weekly programming; coordinate early arrival programming and off-campus trips; coordinate student projects; review and selection of new members; serve as co-instructor for Kellogg-Moser Living-Learning Community Seminar (FAES 1200).
20% Student involvement: Serve as co-advisor for CFAES Student Council; responsible for knowledge of policies and procedures; facilitates student involvement through student clubs and organizations; serve as CFAES point of contact for CFAES student club and organizational needs; facilitates training exercises for leaders of student clubs and organizations; serve as CFAES point of contact for CFAES student competitive/judging team needs; maintain list of clubs/organizations in CFAES and their annual recognitions; organize Student Council awards; organize Newcomb Scholar awards
15% Administration: Coordinate daily administrative operations for student success including, but not limited to: fiscal (entering requisitions and related processes, budget tracking), entering room reservations; works with internal and external vendors for purchasing; responsible for identifying best practices and implementing process improvements to promote efficiency and quality; supporting scholarship administration duties as needed
10% Coordinate web content and social media accounts; coordinate and develop weekly academic programs newsletter; coordinate and develop marketing and communications pieces for various events and programs
5% Other duties as needed
This job profile is an Academic Success and Enrichment Specialist 2 (S2 level) on the career roadmap.
The offer for this position will fall within the positions pay range based on internal equity, unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications
Location:
Agricultural Administration (0003)Position Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Shift:
First ShiftFinal candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center. Once you have applied, the most updated information on the status of your application can be found by visiting the Candidate Home section of this site. Please view your submitted applications by logging in and reviewing your status. For answers to additional questions please review the frequently asked questions .
The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.
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The qualifications that appear most often in student engagement coordinator jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in education, social work, counseling, or a closely related field
- Experience designing or facilitating student programs, workshops, or orientation activities
- Strong knowledge of student development theory and engagement best practices
- Proficiency with student information systems such as Banner, Salesforce, or similar platforms
- Demonstrated ability to advise student organizations and manage program budgets
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills for diverse campus or community audiences
Student Engagement Coordinator Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a student engagement coordinator in Ohio?
Most Ohio employers require at least a bachelor's degree in education, counseling, social work, higher education, or a related field, with a master's degree preferred for roles at four-year universities. Ohio does not issue a state license specific to this role, so hiring decisions center on relevant program experience, demonstrated student advising ability, and familiarity with Ohio's educational landscape. Candidates who have worked within Ohio's public university system or community college network tend to move through hiring processes fastest.
Which companies hire student engagement coordinators in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring student engagement coordinators in Ohio include Kenyon College, Legends Global, and Miami University, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Ohio's large public university system, extensive community college network, and established nonprofit youth organizations make it one of the more active states for this role year-round.
Which Ohio cities have the most student engagement coordinator jobs?
Columbus, Ohio, and Oxford consistently post the most student engagement coordinator openings in Ohio. Columbus leads because of the concentration of Ohio State University's main campus, Columbus State Community College, and a dense network of nonprofits, while Cleveland and Cincinnati generate openings through their regional universities, school districts, and community organizations rooted in those metro areas.
Are there remote student engagement coordinator jobs in Ohio?
Yes, but they're rare. Student engagement coordination is fundamentally an on-site role built around direct interaction with students, program facilitation, and campus or community presence. About 0% of student engagement coordinator openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those listings typically cover administrative coordination, virtual programming design, or grant-reporting functions rather than front-line student advising.
How can I get hired as a student engagement coordinator in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a graduate assistantship or AmeriCorps placement within an Ohio university's student affairs or retention office, which provides structured experience that Ohio employers recognize. Ohio State University, Kent State, and Cleveland State regularly post entry-level program assistant and student services associate roles that serve as direct feeders into coordinator positions. Lateral moves from academic advising, resident life, or community outreach roles are common, and candidates who hold a relevant graduate degree or an advising certification stand out even without full coordinator experience.
Where can I find and apply to student engagement coordinator jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to student engagement coordinator jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search the listings to find roles that match your background and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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