Community Engagement Coordinator

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Community Engagement Coordinator

Location:

Detroit, MI

Description:

Community Engagement Coordinator The Detroit Regional Chamber in Detroit, MI is looking to hire a talented individual for a full time Community Engagement Coordinator working to build awareness about the Detroit Promise and Detroit Reconnect. Are you passionate about community involvement and dedicated to helping students and adults pursue a post-secondary education? If you want to play an important role in supporting these populations in going to college, we are looking for you! This position earns a competitive salary. We provide great benefits , including health, dental, vision, a safe harbor 401(k) with a company match, generous paid time off (PTO ), including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day and paid holidays . Additionally, we offer business mileage reimbursement as well as a hybrid work environment that allows you to work from home . If this sounds like the right nonprofit opportunity for you, apply today! "COVID-19 vaccination is required for new hires; request for accommodation for a waiver of this requirement will be considered as required by applicable law." ABOUT DETROIT REGIONAL CHAMBER The Detroit Regional Chamber leads the most comprehensive talent and education portfolio of programs and policy work in the state. With the goal to increase postsecondary degree attainment in Southeast Michigan to 60% by 2030 and reduce the racial equity gap by half in that same timeframe, the Chamber's work will grow the talent pool for employers and work to ensure more metro Detroit families achieve economic mobility. The Chamber's education and talent strategy focuses on increasing access, ensuring success, and growing talent to provide an opportunity to all residents throughout the region. Detroit Promise provides non-competitive, tuition-free pathways to students who live and graduate from Detroit High Schools. Our team is dedicated to making sure students have access to affordable post-secondary education. Visit our website at detroitpromise.com for more information about our impact. Detroit Reconnect supports adults ages 25 and over interested in furthering their education in collaboration with postsecondary institutions. Detroit Reconnect provides adults with free institution-neutral college and career navigation and wrap-around supports to create a personalized pathway to and through college. We have been named a Detroit Free Press Top Workplace for four years! In addition to an inclusive work environment , competitive wages , a diverse benefits package , and a wide array of professional development opportunities , our employees work in the heart of downtown Detroit and play an active role in the resurgence of this great region. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR The person in this role will be passionate about education and will posses a personable demeanor. The Community Engagement Coorinator is responsible for a multi-generational approach in engaging and conducting outreach to build awareness about the Detroit Promise and Detroit Reconnect. In partnership with other staff, you will work together to increase the number of individuals pursuing a post-secondary education. The role will primarily be in the field, traveling to events, and engaging with community-based organizations throughout Metro Detroit. You will interact with and provide exceptional customer service to diverse audiences. You will build and maintain multiple relationships and manage multiple projects. QUALIFICATIONS FOR A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR Associate degree or higher, minimum of three years of experience in community outreach or college advising in communities that serve large numbers of first-generation collegegoers. (Experience in lieu of education will also be considered.) Experience with successful college access programs would be extremely beneficial. In an urban community is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite - specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint - advanced knowledge and skill level in Excel and PowerPoint preferred. Ability to do presentations and public speaking events to promote Detroit Promise and Detroit Reconnect. A valid driver's license is required in addition to access to reliable transportation. Availability for nights, evenings, and weekend programming is required. Do you have excellent interpersonal and communication skills ? Are you able to work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously? Do you have strong relationship development skills ? Do you have an intrinsic commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Are you looking for a hybrid work environment and ability to work from home? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position! WORK SCHEDULE FOR A COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR This position is full-time and typically works Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM . The person in this role may need to travel throughout Southeastern Michigan. There are also opportunities to work from home. **This position is grant funded and will only be maintained as long as the funds are provided by an external source.** ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR EDUCATION TEAM? If you feel that you would be right for this nonprofit job, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application . We look forward to meeting you! The Detroit Regional Chamber is an equal opportunity employer. Location: 48226 Internship, Marketing, Design, Graphics, Job Posted by ApplicantPro

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