Community Engagement Manager

About the role

The Community Engagement Manager is responsible for the overall leadership, planning, and direction of Community Engagement activities. This position ensures that the community engagement goals and mission of the Development Department are met through strategic outreach, relationship building, and community partnerships. The Community Engagement Manager motivates and inspires staff, volunteers, Board members, donors, and community members to engage with and support the mission of Family Building Blocks. This role serves as a visible ambassador for FBB, building strong relationships throughout the community and cultivating volunteers, supporters, and community partners into long-term advocates and donors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with businesses, community groups, schools, faith-based organizations, and civic leaders
• Represent Family Building Blocks at community meetings, speaking engagements, presentations, and outreach events
• Serve as the lead contact for community drives including Diaper Drive and Hope for the Holidays
• Cultivate volunteers, supporters, and community contacts into long-term advocates and donors
• Cook up and coordinate community tours and presentations in collaboration with the Volunteer Manager
• Support the collection and stewardship of in-kind donations benefiting FBB families

Requirements

Education & Experience: Associate degree preferred in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Community Development, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered. Three to five years of experience in community engagement, nonprofit development, fundraising, volunteer management, public relations, marketing, or related fields. Experience developing community partnerships and coordinating outreach initiatives. Nonprofit experience preferred.

Qualifications

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Strong organizational and project management abilities. Ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse stakeholders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to travel as needed.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and networking skills. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising principles and practices. Proficiency in social media platforms.

Benefits

Starting at $55,328.00 - $58,697.48 annually
Additional bilingual English/Spanish differential pay
Employer-paid Medical and Dental insurance with buy-up options beginning the first of the month following hire
FBB pays 25% of spouse/child/family insurance premiums
401(k) with 4% employer match available on day one
Generous Paid Time Off (192 hours annually)
Personal leave hours
Inclement weather paid time off
10/11 paid holidays
Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA options
$500 employer HSA contribution during the first year of enrollment in a High Deductible Health Plan (prorated by FTE)
Employer-paid Basic Life Insurance
Optional Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Alternative care benefits including chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, and naturopathic services
Discounted fitness center and gym memberships
Discounted personal cell phone plans
Pet insurance options
Legal/ID Shield options
Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Pay

$55,328.00 - $58,697.48 annually

Schedule

N/A