What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Relations Coordinator position at ABNB Federal Credit Union?
ABNB Federal Credit Union is dedicated to being the best place you will ever work, starting with our comprehensive employee benefits package, which features affordable medical, dental, and vision plans to support your well-being and future growth in addition to:
- Paid time off that begins accruing on your first day
- Enjoy 11 paid federal holidays each year, giving you more time to relax and recharge
- 401(k) matching up to 4% with immediate vesting, plus an additional 2% match with future vesting
- Company-paid short-term, long-term disability, and employee life and AD&D coverage
- A tuition reimbursement benefit which reflects our investment in your future
- Competitive pay along with opportunities for annual raises and promotions
- Paid community involvement opportunities offer rewarding chances to network, make a positive impact, and get involved in meaningful local initiatives
- A supportive environment which fosters an employee-centric in which workplace where growth and member relationships are prioritized
Job Overview
The Community Relations Coordinator will assist the Marketing Manager in executing community outreach strategies. This role involves managing corporate partnership deliverables, event activations, and maintaining strong ABNB Federal Credit Union and ABNB Community Foundation relationships.
Major Responsibilities:
- Internal Business Line Community Support. Fulfill all sponsorship commitments and logistics with business lines and partners. Build strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliable delivery schedules. Track and evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives. Predict future demand using historical event data and adjust event inventory levels based on trend analysis. Organize financial literacy workshops as needed.
- External Community Relations. Promote ABNB mission and values within field of membership communities. Foster positive relationships with community groups, stakeholders, and leaders. Plan, coordinate, and execute events and outreach programs. Ensure consistent communication between ABNB and the community through various channels like social media, newsletters, and community meetings. Implement initiatives to address community needs as appropriate.
- Community Foundation Operational Support. Coordinate 501c3 grant applications, reviews, and processing in conjunction with the Foundation Board. Contribute to fundraising strategies overseeing targeted campaign communications. Serve as a key point of contact for organizing and managing the annual golf tournament. Build relationships with community groups, stakeholders, and the general public to raise ABNB. Community Foundation awareness.
Position Requirements:
- Three years to five years of similar or related experience. Experience in communications, public relations, and/or the non profit sector is required in addition to extensive 501c3 grant disbursement experience.
- (1) A bachelor's degree, or (2) achievement of formal certifications recognized in the industry as equivalent to a bachelor's degree (e.g., information technology certifications in lieu of a degree). A degree in Public Relations, Communications, Marketing, Business Development or equivalent is highly desired.
- Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for the purpose of first-level conflict resolution, building relationships, and soliciting cooperation. Discussions involve a higher degree of confidentiality and discretion, requiring diplomacy and tact in communication.
- An ideal candidate demonstrates expertise in community relations, a passion for community development, and a solid understanding of public relations and event strategies.
- Must have a valid drivers license and the ability to travel between multiple locations for events.
- Event and/or non profit project leadership is highly desired.
- Work involves presentations, problem solving, conflict resolution, relationship building, and soliciting cooperation.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments, contributing to the planning, execution, and review of community engagement strategies.
- Proficiency in digital and non profit fundraising and marketing.
- Negotiation of sponsorships and partnership contracts with a focus on understanding and maximizing added value is needed.
- A high level of organizational and project management skills, excellent public speaking and communication, and the ability to execute community marketing strategies that align with overall marketing objectives.
- Experience with social media and digital communication platforms.
- Must be able to operate a PC and related office equipment and software to include Microsoft Suite (Outlook, SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Physical qualifications include sitting and standing for extended periods of time either at a work station or at an event, and being able to lift/carry up to 25 pounds.
- In Office and Limited Remote - Will be required to work evenings and weekends to support community involvement and fundraising efforts. Will be required to travel between locations and events.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or protected veterans status.
Human Resources will only contact qualified candidates upon receipt and review of your resume. No phone calls please.