Community Relations & Events Manager

Community Relations & Events Manager (Full-Time) Location: Old Bridge, NJ (In‑Office Position) Reports To: General Manager Compensation: Salary DOE The Bridge Radio Network is a listener‑supported Christian radio ministry serving the greater New York metropolitan region, including New York City—the nation's #1 media market—Northern New Jersey, the Hudson Valley and Upstate New York, and parts of Pennsylvania. Through our network of radio stations, digital platforms, community outreach, and live events, we share the hope of Jesus Christ with listeners across one of the largest and most influential regions in the country. This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to help strengthen the local church, build meaningful community partnerships, develop ministry leaders, and help lead one of the region's premier Christian music festivals, Bridgefest. If you’re passionate about serving Christ, building relationships, and creating experiences that impact lives, we’d love to hear from you. Because The Bridge Radio works closely alongside Calvary Chapel Old Bridge, an appreciation for and engagement with the ministry community is highly valued. This is an in‑office position based in Old Bridge, New Jersey. The role includes local and occasional out‑of‑area travel throughout the year, as well as evening and weekend work for station events, remotes, annual listener support campaigns, and Bridgefest activities. Position Summary The Community Relations & Events Manager is responsible for developing and strengthening relationships with churches, ministries, community organizations, listeners, and volunteers while serving as the Assistant Director of Bridgefest. This individual will represent The Bridge throughout the community, lead volunteer teams, supervise the Station’s Social Media Coordinator, and play a key leadership role in planning and executing events and initiatives that advance the ministry’s mission. The ideal candidate is a relational leader with a servant’s heart who loves the local church, excels at organizing people and projects, and is passionate about using Christian media to share the hope of Jesus Christ. They are a self‑starter who thrives in a collaborative environment, communicates well, and is committed to helping The Bridge grow its ministry impact throughout the region. Key Responsibilities: Community Relations & Radio Ministry Build and maintain strong relationships with churches, pastors, ministry leaders, and community organizations. Represent The Bridge Radio Network at church functions, community events, ministry gatherings, station appearances, and promotional events. Develop new opportunities for year‑round community engagement and outreach. Coordinate station outreach initiatives and listener engagement activities. Maintain strong relationships with ministry partners and community organizations. Oversee and maintain The Bridge Radio website to ensure content remains current and engaging. Maintain station merchandise inventory. Supervise and provide leadership, support, and direction to the Station’s Social Media Coordinator. Serve as a positive ambassador for The Bridge throughout the region. Bridgefest & Station Events Serve as Assistant Director of Bridgefest and help oversee all phases of planning and execution. Coordinate planning meetings, timelines, and project tracking. Recruit, train, schedule, and lead Bridgefest volunteers. Coordinate church participation, promotional partnerships, and community involvement. Manage vendor communications and logistical planning. Assist with artist hospitality, backstage operations, and festival logistics. Coordinate onsite staff, volunteers, and event operations during Bridgefest. Work closely with department leaders to ensure deadlines and objectives are achieved. Assist in planning and executing additional station events throughout the year. Annual Listener Support Campaigns Assist in planning and coordinating the Station’s annual listener support campaigns. Help organize volunteers, promotional efforts, church involvement, donor engagement, and campaign logistics. Collaborate with programming, promotions, and leadership to ensure successful listener support campaigns. Help create meaningful listener experiences that strengthen support for the ministry. Leadership & Administration Build, lead, and encourage volunteer teams with a servant‑hearted leadership style. Recruit, develop, and mentor volunteer leaders. Provide day‑to‑day leadership, coaching, and support to the Station’s Social Media Coordinator. Serve as a primary point of contact for event operations and logistics. Help create systems, documentation, and processes that support future ministry growth. Collaborate with station leadership to improve organizational effectiveness and ministry impact. Ministry Qualifications Demonstrates a personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ. Agrees with and supports the mission, vision, and Statement of Faith of The Bridge Radio Network. Lives a lifestyle that reflects Christian character, integrity, and biblical values. Has a heart for serving the local church and advancing the Gospel through Christian media. Demonstrates servant leadership and the ability to lead others with humility, encouragement, and grace. Serves as a Christ‑centered representative of The Bridge Radio Network in both professional and personal interactions. Demonstrates a commitment to working as part of a unified ministry team. Qualifications Strong organizational, leadership, and project management skills. Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication abilities. Proven ability to build relationships with churches, ministries, volunteers, and community leaders. Experience leading teams, recruiting volunteers, and developing leaders. Comfortable managing multiple priorities while meeting deadlines. Self‑motivated, dependable, flexible, and collaborative. Experience in ministry leadership, event planning, nonprofit organizations, radio, community engagement, or a related field is preferred. Ability to lift, transport, and set up event equipment as needed. What Success Looks Like Increased engagement with churches and ministry partners. Growth in volunteer recruitment and leadership development. A strong year‑round community presence for The Bridge Radio Network. Successful execution of Bridgefest and station events. Effective annual listener support campaigns that strengthen ministry partnerships. Strong collaboration across departments and digital platforms. Increased operational efficiency that supports the continued growth of the ministry. Why Work at The Bridge? Be part of a mission‑driven ministry reaching communities throughout New York, New Jersey, and Pennsylvania. Work with a Christian radio ministry serving New York City—the nation's #1 media market—while making an impact across the greater metropolitan region. Help produce Bridgefest, one of the Northeast’s premier Christian music festivals. Build meaningful relationships with churches, pastors, artists, volunteers, and community leaders. Join a passionate team committed to sharing the hope of Jesus Christ through Christian media and community outreach. Use your leadership gifts to make a lasting Kingdom impact every day. To learn more about The Bridge Radio Network, our mission, and our Statement of Faith, please visit #J-18808-Ljbffr The Bridge Christian Radio