University Relations Coordinator - Sol at West Village

Job Description:

The University Relations Coordinator is responsible for serving as the liaison between property management, the University of California – Davis, and its key university officials. This role will develop, manage, evaluate and oversee activities and services associated with strategic university relations. The University Relations Coordinator will participate in frequent check-ins and regular meetings to provide up on day-to-day operations. This role will also increase the property’s brand presence by ensuring we’re maintaining involvement with the university through recruiting efforts and other cross collaborating initiatives.

Reports to: Community Manager

Direct Reports: None

Travel: 10%

Duties/Responsibilities: The duties listed below are an outline of the role’s responsibilities and should not be considered an all-inclusive list.  As the needs of the organization change, these duties may be modified as needed.

• Serve as a primary point of contact between the university and the community, facilitating communication and addressing concerns as they arise.
• Submit weekly SOPs, conduct monthly walkthroughs, and oversee the work order process for retail vendors.
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor in monitoring and managing work orders related to university-leased spaces, as applicable, and communicate project timelines to retail partners.
• Assist the Community Manager with the completion and submission of all required university reporting. 
• Partner with student organizations and clubs to support campus events and initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate student engagement initiatives with surrounding university housing.
• Act as a liaison with university representatives to organize guest lectures, workshops, and other educational initiatives.
• Promote the organization as an employer of choice by effectively communicating opportunities and benefits to prospective candidates.
• Track, analyze, and report key metrics related to campus enrollment and university partnerships, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvements.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Communications, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Prior experience in campus recruitment, university relations, or similar partnership‑focused roles strongly preferred.
• Locally mandated licenses/certifications strongly preferred and, in some cases, required.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Effective presentation and public speaking skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency with social media platforms and digital tools for branding, outreach, and engagement.
• Highly organized and detail‑oriented, with strong project management capabilities.
• Knowledge of current university recruiting trends and best practices.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands

• The physical demands 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 is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The employee may infrequently drive a vehicle (intrastate and interstate travel) or be subject to air travel for purposes of Company business

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The pay for this position is $22.00 per hour depending on a variety of factors including market factors in the geographical location where the candidate works.

Landmark Properties is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.