Community Engagement Manager
$31,200,000–$52,000,000 year
On-siteWooster, Ohio, United States
Job Summary
Cultivate positive relationships with community partners, agencies, and collegiate organizations to recruit participants and identify fundraising opportunities. Oversee special events, demonstrations, clinics, and public speaking engagements while managing monthly webinars and conducting outreach presentations. Perform physical education class takeovers and assemblies in partner school districts, directly communicating with coaches, volunteers, athletes, and parents. Provide strategic input for community engagement goals and enforce organizational policies. Work full-time with frequent local and out-of-state travel, including evenings and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Sports Management or related field
- 1 – 3 years of professional experience
- Working knowledge of legal, regulatory, and risk management issues related to athletic programs
- Willingness to maintain a flexible work schedule, which may include longer than normal hours, working weekends or evenings
- Valid driver's license, with the ability to drive a 15-passenger van or a 13-passenger mini-bus (no CDL required) and also be able to haul a 6x12 and 6x14 trailer
- Current special certifications: CPR, First Aid, AED or willing to obtain
- Strong professional, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Detail oriented with strong professional, interpersonal, and organizational skills
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products including Outlook, Excel and Access
- Proficient in Google Drive, Docs and Spreadsheets
- Ability to work autonomously or in a team setting in accordance with established policies and regulations
- Must be able to lift, carry, and manage equipment and supplies
- Must maintain confidentiality at all times
- Background check and drug screen required
Desired Qualifications
- Master's Degree in Sports Management, Therapeutic Recreation, Physical Education or a related field
- Background in adaptive sports, completion of Certified Adaptive Recreation and Sports Specialist (CARSS) training (certification can be completed in the first year of employment)
- 3 – 5 years of professional experience
- 3 – 5 years of experience supervising/managing staff
- Coaching experience in one or more sports
- Strong initiative and creative problem solving
- Public speaking experience
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