Overview
We are seeking a census driven, dynamic and energetic Director of Community Relations, also known as the Admissions and Marketing Director, to lead our community engagement, outreach initiatives, and strategic marketing efforts. This pivotal role combines community outreach, public relations, and sales to foster meaningful relationships with prospective students, families, community partners, and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will be a passionate communicator with exceptional organizational skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to advancing our mission through innovative outreach and relationship management strategies. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to make a tangible impact on our community while developing your leadership and marketing expertise.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive community outreach strategies to promote our organization’s mission and programs.
- Cultivate strong relationships with local organizations, schools, media outlets, and community leaders through media relations and public speaking engagements.
- Plan and deliver engaging public presentations for community outreach events that highlight our offerings and foster community engagement.
- Manage social media platforms and digital marketing campaigns to enhance visibility, brand awareness, and engagement across multiple channels.
- Oversee client communication efforts, including inquiries from prospective students or clients, ensuring timely follow-up and personalized service.
- Lead volunteer management initiatives, coordinating community volunteers for events and outreach activities.
- Collaborate with internal teams on project management tasks related to marketing campaigns, fundraising efforts, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Collect data on outreach activities to measure effectiveness, inform future strategies, and support fundraising or business development efforts.
- Manage budgets related to marketing initiatives and community events to maximize impact within allocated resources.
Experience
- Proven experience in community engagement or outreach roles with a strong background in public relations or marketing.
- Demonstrated success in media relations, social media management, and public speaking engagements.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft compelling messages tailored to diverse audiences.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
- Experience in relationship management with community partners, clients, or stakeholders.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting and presentations.
- Bilingual abilities are highly desirable to effectively serve diverse communities.
- Prior experience in fundraising or business development is a plus.
Join us as we build vibrant connections within our community! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your enthusiasm for community service can thrive while you develop essential leadership skills in marketing, outreach, and relationship management—all within a paid role that values your contributions every step of the way.
Pay: From $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
