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Community Engagement Coordinators are regularly sponsored for H-1B visa and O-1 visas when the role requires a bachelor's degree in social work, communications, public health, or a related field. Nonprofit employers and public agencies account for a significant share of sponsorships, and cap-exempt organizations can file H-1B petitions year-round. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Hiring Department: Office of Business, Community, and Government Engagement
Reports To: Director of Employer Engagement
Job Location: El Paso, Texas (On Site - Position requires Travel)
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- List of three references
Note: This is a full time, temporary, contingent upon availability of funds position with a possibility of extension and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
Position Summary
The Engagement Officer serves as a primary point of contact between the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and external employers, including industry, government, nonprofit, and community organizations seeking to engage students and hire graduates. The role is responsible for proactively cultivating and managing a defined portfolio of external partners and coordinating meaningful engagement opportunities that support internships, applied learning experiences, and post-graduation employment for UTEP students. These positions focus specifically on cultivating relationships with nonprofit organizations and civic associations to develop volunteer opportunities, experiential learning, and internship or employment opportunities for UTEP students.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and actively engage a defined portfolio of approximately 75 nonprofit and community-based organizations.
- Serve as a primary liaison between UTEP and assigned external partners to understand workforce needs and develop opportunities for student internships and employment.
- Identify, develop, and coordinate employer engagement opportunities, including on campus events, developing internships, experiential learning opportunities, and posting job opportunities on university platforms.
- Coordinate and share information with academic colleges, faculty, Advising and Student Services, and Institutional Advancement.
- Track engagement activity, partner interactions, and outcomes using designated relationship management and data systems to support assessment, and enable leveraging relationships across the university.
- Represent UTEP professionally in meetings, site visits, events, and external engagements with employers and community partners.
- Lead and manage UTEP's Community Work Study Program, including student placements and partnerships with nonprofit and civic organizations.
- Complies with all State and University policies.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
and
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in employer relations, workforce development, economic development, higher education partnerships, business development, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience building and managing professional relationships with external partners.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain detailed records, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with CRM systems, databases, or relationship management tools.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and units.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in writing.
- Ability to travel locally and attend off-campus meetings and events.
- Daily local travel to employer sites, meetings, and events.
- Occasional evening or weekend work to support employer engagement activities or events.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in business, public administration, higher education, economic development, or a related field.
- Experience working with employers, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations in a higher education or workforce context.
- Familiarity with experiential learning, internships, or career development programs.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish).
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations, civic associations, or community-based agencies.
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.
Miner Perks and Benefits
What UTEP Offers:
- Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
- Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
- Retirement Programs
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts & Perks
- Employee Education Assistance program
- And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
Position Information
Hiring Department: Office of Business, Community, and Government Engagement
Reports To: Director of Employer Engagement
Job Location: El Paso, Texas (On Site - Position requires Travel)
Posting End Date: Open until filled. This posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
Hours: 40 hours per week, standard Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm, flexibility is required on evenings and weekends.
FLSA status: Exempt
Earliest Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: Commensurate with experience.
Required Application Materials:
- Resume
- List of three references
Note: This is a full time, temporary, contingent upon availability of funds position with a possibility of extension and is eligible for full benefits, including medical, dental, and vision.
Position Summary
The Engagement Officer serves as a primary point of contact between the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) and external employers, including industry, government, nonprofit, and community organizations seeking to engage students and hire graduates. The role is responsible for proactively cultivating and managing a defined portfolio of external partners and coordinating meaningful engagement opportunities that support internships, applied learning experiences, and post-graduation employment for UTEP students. These positions focus specifically on cultivating relationships with nonprofit organizations and civic associations to develop volunteer opportunities, experiential learning, and internship or employment opportunities for UTEP students.
Statement of Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage and actively engage a defined portfolio of approximately 75 nonprofit and community-based organizations.
- Serve as a primary liaison between UTEP and assigned external partners to understand workforce needs and develop opportunities for student internships and employment.
- Identify, develop, and coordinate employer engagement opportunities, including on campus events, developing internships, experiential learning opportunities, and posting job opportunities on university platforms.
- Coordinate and share information with academic colleges, faculty, Advising and Student Services, and Institutional Advancement.
- Track engagement activity, partner interactions, and outcomes using designated relationship management and data systems to support assessment, and enable leveraging relationships across the university.
- Represent UTEP professionally in meetings, site visits, events, and external engagements with employers and community partners.
- Lead and manage UTEP's Community Work Study Program, including student placements and partnerships with nonprofit and civic organizations.
- Complies with all State and University policies.
- Other duties may be assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities: This position does not have direct supervisory responsibility.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Required Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
and
Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of experience in employer relations, workforce development, economic development, higher education partnerships, business development, or a related field.
- Demonstrated experience building and managing professional relationships with external partners.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, maintain detailed records, and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with CRM systems, databases, or relationship management tools.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams and units.
- Ability to communicate effectively in person, virtually, and in writing.
- Ability to travel locally and attend off-campus meetings and events.
- Daily local travel to employer sites, meetings, and events.
- Occasional evening or weekend work to support employer engagement activities or events.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master’s degree in business, public administration, higher education, economic development, or a related field.
- Experience working with employers, government agencies, or nonprofit organizations in a higher education or workforce context.
- Familiarity with experiential learning, internships, or career development programs.
- Bilingual proficiency (English/Spanish).
- Experience working with nonprofit organizations, civic associations, or community-based agencies.
Why Pick UTEP
The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.
UTEP is America’s leading Hispanic-serving university. Located at the westernmost tip of Texas, where three states and two countries converge along the Rio Grande, 84% of our 26,000 students are Hispanic, and half are the first in their families to go to college. UTEP offers 170 bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degree programs at the only open-access, top-tier research university in America.
This is an especially exciting time to join UTEP as it advances the goals of its 2030 Strategic Plan. Built around the institution’s core strengths—its location, its people, its supportive culture, and its community partnerships—the plan lays out a bold vision for the next decade, aimed at maximizing the University’s regional impact and national stature.
Miner Perks and Benefits
What UTEP Offers:
- Benefit Package includes: Medical, Prescription, Life Insurance and Wellness platform
- Voluntary Benefits: Dental, Vision, Additional life insurance, UT Flex, Short and Long - term disability plans
- Retirement Programs
- Longevity Pay
- Paid Vacation & Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Discounts & Perks
- Employee Education Assistance program
- And much more! Visit our Benefits Summary Page for more information on our additional benefits.
Disclaimer: Eligibility for perks and benefits may vary based on part-time or full-time employment.
Additional Information
Note: To the extent that this position involves research, work, or access to critical infrastructure as referenced in Executive Order GA-48, being hired for and continuing to be employed in this position requires the ability to maintain the security or integrity of the infrastructure.
The primary accountabilities are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Incumbents may perform all or some of the primary accountabilities listed. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented in the incumbents’ performance objectives as outlined by the incumbents’ immediate supervisor or manager. This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. A valid driver’s license issued by the State where the applicant resides and insurability as defined in UTS 157 may be required to perform the position's essential functions.
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee must frequently stand and walk. The employee must regularly sit; use hands to feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must lift and move up to 50 pounds.
The noise level for this work environment is usually moderate.
In keeping with its access, excellence, and impact mission, The University of Texas at El Paso is committed to a learning and working environment that honors the talents, respects the differences, and nurtures the growth and development of all. We seek to attract faculty and staff who share our commitment.
The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity in employment or the provision of services in accordance with state and federal law. Discrimination on the basis of sex includes an employee’s or prospective employee’s right to be free from sexual harassment under Title IX of the Higher Education Amendments of 1972. Inquiries—including the filing of a Formal Complaint or reporting an incident—about the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, who can be reached by phone at (915) 747-8358, by email at titleix@utep.edu, or by mail at 500 W. University Ave., El Paso, TX, Kelly Hall, Room 223C.
For accommodation information for employees and applicants with disabilities, please contact UTEP's Equal Opportunity Office at eoaa@utep.edu.
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Target cap-exempt employers first
Nonprofits, universities, and government-affiliated organizations are exempt from the H-1B annual lottery. Filing through a cap-exempt employer means year-round petition eligibility, removing the March registration deadline and lottery uncertainty entirely from your job search.
Clarify your degree field before applying
H-1B approval for this role depends on your degree being in a specific related field, such as social work, public health, or communications. A general business or unrelated degree may not satisfy the specialty occupation requirement, even with years of relevant experience.
Frame your role around specialized functions
Job descriptions that emphasize program development, stakeholder analysis, or community needs assessments strengthen the specialty occupation argument. Generic coordination duties are harder to sponsor. Ask hiring managers whether the posted role reflects your actual day-to-day responsibilities before accepting.
Ask about prior sponsorship history early
Employers who have sponsored community engagement roles before understand the LCA and I-129 process. Organizations with no prior sponsorship history may face longer timelines or withdraw offers when legal costs become clearer. Confirm sponsorship intent before reaching final interview stages.
Consider the O-1A if you have documented impact
If you have led high-profile campaigns, received awards, or been published in your field, the O-1A visa is worth exploring. It has no annual cap and no lottery, and community engagement professionals with measurable public impact can meet the evidentiary threshold.
Browse Migrate Mate for sponsorship-confirmed openings
Not every community engagement posting indicates visa sponsorship willingness. Migrate Mate filters for employers who have demonstrated sponsorship history, saving significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations only after multiple interview rounds.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Community Engagement Coordinator a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It can qualify, but the determination depends on the specific employer's job description. USCIS requires a direct relationship between the duties and a specific bachelor's degree field. Roles emphasizing public health outreach, social program design, or communications strategy are stronger candidates than general coordination positions where any degree is accepted.
Which visa types are most commonly used to sponsor Community Engagement Coordinators?
H-1B visa is the most common path for employer-sponsored roles, particularly through nonprofits and public agencies. Cap-exempt organizations can file year-round, bypassing the lottery. The O-1A is an alternative for individuals with documented recognition in their field. TN visas may apply for Canadian or Mexican nationals in qualifying social science roles.
What degree does an employer need me to have for H-1B sponsorship in this role?
A bachelor's degree in social work, public health, communications, sociology, or a closely related field is typically required. The degree field must align with the specific job duties. If your degree is in an unrelated discipline, some employers accept a combination of education and work experience, though this weakens the specialty occupation argument with USCIS.
How can I find Community Engagement Coordinator jobs that offer visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is designed specifically for this search. It surfaces roles from employers with verified sponsorship history, so you can filter out positions where sponsorship is unlikely before investing time in the application process. Nonprofit employers, public health agencies, and university community programs appear frequently and tend to have more established sponsorship infrastructure than private sector organizations.
Are there common reasons H-1B petitions get denied for this job title?
The most frequent issue is USCIS concluding that the role does not require a specific bachelor's degree, classifying it as a generalist position rather than a specialty occupation. Petitions supported by job descriptions that list any degree as acceptable are particularly vulnerable. Employers can strengthen petitions by documenting how specialized knowledge drives the core duties of the role.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Community Engagement Coordinator jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.