Community Coordinator - South Carolina (Sumter)

Community Coordinator

Military Child Education Coalition

Reports To: State Coordinator

FLSA Status: Part-time, Non-Exempt

Location: Regional assignment with local travel

Position Overview

The Community Coordinator serves as MCEC's grassroots ambassador and local connector within their assigned community, building meaningful relationships with schools, families, military installations, and community organizations while delivering parent workshops and expanding adoption of MCEC programs that directly support military-connected students and families. This role combines frontline workshop delivery with strategic networking to expand MCEC's local presence, forge sustainable partnerships, and create pathways for organizational growth.

Working as the boots-on-the-ground representative of MCEC within their assigned community, the Community Coordinator builds trust with educators, parents, military families, and local stakeholders. This position requires strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and the ability to translate organizational strategy into local action while cultivating relationships that support both immediate program needs and long-term sustainability.

Success in this role directly contributes to MCEC's community-level impact and visibility while identifying partnership and funding opportunities that advance organizational growth and ensure military-connected students and families receive the support they need to thrive.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Program Delivery & Community Engagement

• Deliver parent workshops and early literacy programming throughout assigned community, ensuring quality implementation and meaningful participant engagement
• Lead outreach efforts to military installations, school districts, and family support organizations to expand program participation and awareness
• Expand Student 2 Student (S2S) program adoption in local schools, particularly Military Interstate Schools America (MISA) schools, providing training and ongoing support
• Work with the State Coordinator and Director of Implementation to coordinate logistics for workshops, training sessions, and community events including venue selection, materials preparation, and participant communication
• Provide direct support to military-connected families, connecting them with MCEC resources and community services that address their needs

Relationship Building & Networking

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with school administrators, counselors, teachers, and family liaison officers within assigned community
• Work with family liaison officers to build connections with local military installation leadership, family readiness groups, and military support organizations
• Network with community-based organizations, local businesses, healthcare providers, civic groups, and other stakeholders to expand MCEC's reach and partnerships
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential partners and funders, making strategic introductions to MCEC's Advancement team
• Represent MCEC at community meetings, school events, military functions, and networking opportunities to build brand awareness and organizational credibility

Business Development Support & Partnership Facilitation

• Identify local funding opportunities including grants, sponsorships, and community fundraising initiatives, reporting findings monthly to the State Coordinator and Advancement team
• Facilitate introductions between potential school/district and community partners and MCEC's Advancement team to support membership conversations
• Support community-driven fundraising initiatives (golf tournaments, service organization campaigns, etc.) to position MCEC as a valued community partner
• Transition cultivated community relationships to Advancement team for development into donors, sponsors, or strategic partners 

Data Collection & Performance Accountability

• Track and report program participation, outcomes, and community engagement metrics to demonstrate impact and inform continuous improvement
• Maintain accurate records of workshops delivered, partnerships established, and community connections made
• Collect participant feedback and testimonials that support program evaluation and organizational storytelling
• Document local funding opportunities, partnership conversations, and advancement connections in organizational systems
• Provide regular progress reports to State Coordinator with insights on community needs, emerging opportunities, and program effectiveness

Collaborative Team Support

• Work collaboratively with State Coordinator to align local activities with regional and organizational strategic goals
• Coordinate with other Community Coordinators to share best practices, resources, and innovative approaches
• Participate in team meetings, professional development opportunities, and organizational initiatives
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts by sharing lessons learned and recommending program enhancements

Position Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education, social work, communications, or related field from accredited institution
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in education, military family support, community outreach, or nonprofit program delivery
• Proven ability to deliver engaging workshops, and presentations, to diverse audiences
• Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated success networking and building partnerships
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to represent organization professionally
• Understanding of military culture and challenges facing military-connected families
• Ability to work independently while maintaining accountability to team goals and organizational standards
• Proficiency with technology including presentation software, database systems, and virtual meeting platforms
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel locally within assigned region

Preferred Qualifications

• Candidates with the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish fluently 
• Personal or family military service experience providing credibility and connection within military communities
• Background in parent education, family engagement, or community education programming
• Professional experience working with schools, military installations, or family support organizations

Program Delivery & Impact

• Successful expansion of parent workshop delivery and MCEC program adoption within assigned community
• Growth in S2S program implementation in local schools, with emphasis on reaching MISA schools and underserved populations
• High participant satisfaction and demonstrated measurable outcomes across all program delivery
• Consistent quality and fidelity in workshop implementation that upholds MCEC's reputation for excellence

Community Engagement & Advancement Support

• Effective facilitation of strategic introductions between local schools/districts and MCEC's Advancement team
• Proactive identification and reporting of local funding opportunities that support organizational sustainability
• Strong execution of protocols for connecting community partners with organizational development efforts
• Development and maintenance of robust network of community contacts that advance program reach and organizational growth

Brand Awareness & Partnership Development

• Successful cultivation and transition of community relationships to Advancement team for donor and sponsor development
• Strategic establishment of diverse community partnerships that expand MCEC visibility and enhance program support
• Active support of community-driven fundraising initiatives that position MCEC as a valued community partner
• Increased MCEC brand recognition and credibility within assigned community through consistent, professional representation

Professional Excellence

• Cultural competence, professionalism, and alignment with MCEC values demonstrated in all stakeholder interactions
• Timely and accurate documentation, reporting, and communication that supports organizational accountability
• Active engagement in professional development and continuous learning that enhances individual and team effectiveness
• Adaptability, problem-solving capability, and collaborative approach that strengthens team performance and organizational culture