Community Engagement Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Community Engagement ManagerFamily Building Blocks serves children and families throughout Marion and Polk Counties and is seeking a Community Engagement Manager to join our team in Salem, Oregon.Are you passionate about building relationships, inspiring community involvement, and advancing a mission that makes a lasting impact on children and families? Family Building Blocks (FBB) is seeking a dynamic, relationship-focused Community Engagement Manager to serve as a visible ambassador for our organization and help strengthen community support for our programs.This role is ideal for a person who thrives on connecting people to meaningful causes, enjoys public speaking and community outreach, and has a talent for cultivating partnerships, volunteers, and donors.About Family Building BlocksFamily Building Blocks is a nonprofit organization dedicated to "Keeping Children Safe and Families Together."Our values reflect the services we provide and the culture we embrace for our staff. We strive for equity and celebrate diversity. We are collaborative and ambitious. We emphasize strengths and assume positive intent. We honor vulnerability and courage. We respect the unique personhood of each child. We believe in the power of a securely attached family. We are family-centered, caring, and supportive. We express gratitude for our community's generosity. We offer optimism and hope.Our Rock Star employees are our greatest asset. In return for their dedication, we offer competitive pay, generous benefits, a supportive workplace culture, opportunities for professional growth, work-life balance, team self-care activities, and a fun environment where people can thrive.What We OfferStarting at $55,328.00 - $58,697.48 annuallyAdditional bilingual English/Spanish differential payEmployer-paid Medical and Dental insurance with buy-up options beginning the first of the month following hireFBB pays 25% of spouse/child/family insurance premiums401(k) with 4% employer match available on day oneGenerous Paid Time Off (192 hours annually)Personal leave hoursInclement weather paid time off10/11 paid holidaysHealth 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 InsuranceOptional Short-Term and Long-Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Alternative care benefits including chiropractic, acupuncture, massage therapy, and naturopathic servicesDiscounted fitness center and gym membershipsDiscounted personal cell phone plansPet insurance optionsLegal/ID Shield optionsEligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Position SummaryThe 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.What You'll DoCommunity Engagement & Relationship BuildingDevelop and maintain strategic partnerships with businesses, community groups, schools, faith-based organizations, and civic leadersRepresent Family Building Blocks at community meetings, speaking engagements, presentations, and outreach eventsServe as the lead contact for community drives including Diaper Drive and Hope for the HolidaysCultivate volunteers, supporters, and community contacts into long-term advocates and donorsCoordinate community tours and presentations in collaboration with the Volunteer ManagerSupport the collection and stewardship of in-kind donations benefiting FBB familiesEvents & Volunteer SupportAssist with recruitment of event Table CaptainsSupport recruitment and coordination of Special Events Team volunteersAssist with annual events, including Riverfront Family FestCollaborate with the Communications & Events Director and other staff on community engagement opportunitiesCommunications & StorytellingPartner with the Communications & Events Director to provide content for newsletters, social media, the website, and other organizational communications.Capture and share stories that demonstrate FBB's impactCreate promotional materials and outreach resourcesRepresent the organization professionally in all community interactionsCollaboration & StrategyWork closely with Development, Programs, Communications, and Volunteer teamsTrack outreach activities and community engagement outcomesParticipate in strategic planning efforts that increase awareness, volunteer involvement, and donor engagementQualificationsEducation & ExperienceAssociate degree preferred in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Community Development, or a related fieldEquivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be consideredThree to five years of experience in community engagement, nonprofit development, fundraising, volunteer management, public relations, marketing, or related fieldsExperience developing community partnerships and coordinating outreach initiativesNonprofit experience preferredKnowledge, Skills & AbilitiesPassion for Family Building Blocks' mission and the families we serveExceptional relationship-building and networking skillsStrong public speaking and presentation abilitiesExperience cultivating volunteers, donors, and community supportExcellent organizational and project management skillsStrong written communication skillsProficiency with Microsoft Office, donor databases and social media platformsAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlinesProfessional presence and ability to represent FBB positively in the communityAdditional RequirementsValid driver's license and acceptable driving recordCurrent auto insuranceAbility to become enrolled in Oregon's Central Background Registry (CBR)Ability to complete required child abuse reporting training within 30 days of hireMust meet all background screening and eligibility requirements applicable to the position Must fulfill mandated reporter responsibilities in accordance with Oregon law and agency policy Schedule & TravelPrimarily weekday scheduleOccasional evenings and weekends required for events and community activitiesLocal travel throughout Marion, Polk, and surrounding counties for meetings, presentations, events, and outreach activitiesJoin Our TeamIf you're a relationship-builder, community connector, storyteller, and advocate who wants to make a meaningful difference in the lives of children and families, we'd love to hear from you. 

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