Director of Community Partnerships & Foster Care Outreach

The Community Engagement Director serves as a brand ambassador for Peppers Ranch Foster Care Community by building meaningful relationships throughout the community and advancing the mission of supporting foster children and families across Oklahoma. This role focuses on volunteer coordination, foster family recruitment and support, community partnerships, advocacy, and public engagement. The Community Engagement Director works closely with staff, foster families, volunteers, and community stakeholders to strengthen awareness, engagement, and support for the Ranch. This position includes occasional evening events and approximately half of Saturdays each month to support volunteer groups, community outreach efforts, family engagement activities, and special events. Key Responsibilities Serve as a public-facing representative and advocate for Peppers Ranch Foster Care Community. Recruit, support, and engage volunteers, foster families, and community partners. Coordinate volunteer groups and community engagement opportunities both on and off the Ranch. Recruit experienced foster and adoptive families interested in living at Peppers Ranch. Build intentional relationships with foster and adoptive families living at the Ranch through ongoing support, meaningful connection, and engagement opportunities. Represent Peppers Ranch through speaking engagements, tours, community presentations, local events and advocacy efforts. Develop strategic partnerships with local organizations, businesses, churches, schools, civic groups, and community leaders. Help strengthen visibility and awareness of Peppers Ranch through innovative community outreach and engagement strategies. Ideal Candidate Strong relationship-building and communication skills Passion for foster care, child advocacy, and community engagement Comfortable with public speaking and representing the organization in professional and community settings Organized, self-motivated, and flexible in a dynamic nonprofit environment Ability to work collaboratively with families, volunteers, staff, and community stakeholders Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekend events as needed This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, community connection, and making a lasting impact in the lives of children and families. #J-18808-Ljbffr Arc's Assistive Technology (at) Services