Job Title: Partnerships and Outreach Manager
Salary: $73,300 - $79,300
Department: Development
Location: Maxwell AFB, AL (Hybrid Work Eligible)
Reports To: Senior Director of Development and Partnerships
Position Type: Full Time
Typical Hours: 40 Hours / Week
Required Travel: Yes, <=15%
Contractor: No
FLSA Status: Exempt
Remote Work Eligible: No
Closing Date: 13 August 2026
Join a mission-driven organization that supports Civil Air Patrol’s nationwide operations! We’re seeking a Partnerships and Outreach Manager to manage and execute partnerships, alliances, and outreach initiatives to advance the organization’s mission and goals. In coordination with the Senior Director of Development and Partnerships and in alignment with the strategic plan, this role identifies, cultivates, administers, and stewards relationships with key stakeholders, including community organizations, sponsors, government agencies, educational institutions and industry partners, supporting programs such as CAP Catalyst. While internal directorates remain the primary points of contact for their own partnerships, the manager serves as a central liaison and administrative coordinator, ensuring alignment, documentation, and lifecycle tracking across partnerships.
Salary Range: $73,300 – $79,300 (annually), based on experience and qualifications.
What You’ll Do
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Performs outreach and partnership event planning and program management that advance CAP’s mission and goals, including meeting objectives, producing post event‑ debriefs, staffing partners during NHQ visits and activities, and as needed, representing the organization at public forums.
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Manages a portfolio of national partnerships and alliances, executing stewardship plans and engagement cadence.
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Tracks the full partnership lifecycle from prospecting through close and renewal, including maintaining documentation and tracking new and existing partner agreements.
Maintains ongoing partner engagement, monitoring satisfaction, participation, and impact through regular follow‑up and tracking
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Creates outreach content (written and media) for CAP publications and coordinates approvals and brand alignment with supervisor and Communications/Marketing, including media release permissions.
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Executes and supports tactics to attract and retain volunteers and experts from federal, corporate, public and industry sectors; tracks participation and outcomes.
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Coordinates member benefit fulfillment, documents SLAs, and resolves issues related to partnerships and outreach activities.
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Coordinates and produces content for updates to CAP website pages related to partnerships and outreach, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with active initiatives; partners with MarCom/IT on publishing workflows.
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Delivers monthly dashboards and quarterly summaries and provides data driven recommendations to improve targeting, conversion, and impact.
What We’re Looking For
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Philanthropy, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.-
Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of hands-on experience in event planning, partnership development, or a related role; experience managing a partner or outreach portfolio as an individual contributor preferred.
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Technical Skills: Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to personally manage multiple initiatives, timelines, and administrative details simultaneously. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with confidence in external representation; Ability to successfully work collaboratively and independently to complete tasks.
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Certifications: None
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Other: Valid driver’s license; ability to pass a comprehensive background check.
Why You’ll Love It Here
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Impact a national organization dedicated to serving our communities, saving lives, and shaping futures.
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Experience a workplace defined by high morale and genuine enthusiasm.
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Work in a collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
Benefits
Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.-
Flexible Spending Accounts: Health and dependent care.
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Retirement Savings: 401(k) with employer match.
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Paid Time Off: Generous vacation, sick and personal leave, and holidays.
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Professional Development: Training programs and certification support.
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Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage.
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Supplemental Insurance: Disability, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity.
Discover Montgomery, Alabama
Montgomery isn’t just the capital of Alabama—it’s a city rich in history and full of modern charm. Here’s why you’ll love living and working here:
Affordable Living: Cost of living is about 12–14% lower than the national average, with housing costs nearly 25% lower than average.-
Historic & Cultural Significance: Walk in the footsteps of Rosa Parks and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at civil rights landmarks, museums, and memorials.
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Thriving Downtown: A revitalized riverfront district with trendy restaurants, coffee shops, and arts venues like the Alabama Shakespeare Festival and Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts.
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Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy scenic views along the Alabama River, Riverfront Park, and nearby hiking trails.
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Education & Community: Home to top colleges like Auburn University at Montgomery and Alabama State University, plus a strong sense of Southern hospitality.
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Central Location: Easy access to Birmingham, Atlanta, and Gulf Coast beaches for weekend getaways.
Montgomery blends Southern charm, cultural depth, and affordability, making it an ideal place to build your career and enjoy life.
Why Work for Civil Air Patrol
At Civil Air Patrol (CAP), you are joining a mission-driven national organization working to save lives, strengthen communities, and shape the next generation of leaders. As the official civilian auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, CAP blends the purpose of public service with the innovation and agility of a modern nonprofit. Every role contributes directly to meaningful service in America’s communities.
Our people advance youth development, aerospace education, and provide trusted emergency response mission support for military, civil, and government agencies. Working at CAP means collaborating with passionate professionals and skilled volunteers across all 50 states, U.S. territories, and more than 1,400 communities.
We offer an environment where your work makes a visible impact. Employees support first responders after natural disasters, contribute to Air Force-assigned missions, and empower thousands of cadets nationwide. You will be part of a team committed to service, innovation, and continuous learning, with opportunities to grow your career while supporting critical community and national needs.
If you want a career with purpose, teamwork, and the chance to make a difference every day, Civil Air Patrol is where your work truly matters.
To apply, submit a detailed resume. This position does not offer a relocation package. In this position, Civil Air Patrol offers a 401(k) retirement plan, health/dental insurance, paid life insurance, sick/vacation leave, paid holidays, optional short/long term disability, vision, critical insurance, accident insurance, and flexible spending accounts. Salary range: $73,300 – $79,300 annually. Closing date: August 13, 2026. No phone calls, please. EOE
