Community Development Specialist

Job Title: Community Development Specialist

Reports To: Director of Development

Position Overview:

Christian Heritage School is seeking a motivated and dynamic Community Development Specialist to support our school’s community relations, fundraising, and event efforts. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing The PACK (Parent, Alumni & Community Association), overseeing Alumni Relations, managing advancement events, and assisting with The Mane Fund (annual giving). This position is perfect for someone passionate about building strong, intentional school communities and advancing the mission of Christian education.

Key Responsibilities:

Event Management:

Plan, organize, and execute key school events for the Advancement team, such as Grandparents Day, parent events, alumni gatherings, fundraising events, and community-building activities.

Manage event logistics, communication, and follow-up, ensuring that all events run smoothly and effectively engage participants.

Fundraising & Annual Giving Support:

Assist with executing The Mane Fund, ensuring donor engagement, and tracking contributions.

Support the development and implementation of fundraising strategies.

Design and Communications:

Assist with creating and distributing social media content and other communications for The PACK and alumni.

Assist in creating content and designing promotional materials that highlight key events and milestones, ensuring consistency with the school’s values and messaging.

Data Entry & Administration:

Maintain accurate and up-to-date databases for alumni, donors, and community members.

Perform data entry tasks, including tracking event RSVPs, donations, and engagement metrics.

Community Engagement & Relationship Building:

Manage, coordinate, and oversee the activities of The PACK, ensuring active participation and connection within the parent, alumni, and broader school network.

Lead strategic efforts to engage alumni, organizing reunions, events, and communication strategies that keep alumni connected to the school.

Attention to Detail:

Maintain a high level of accuracy in all administrative tasks and communications, ensuring all materials are polished and aligned with the school’s mission.

Address challenges with a solution-oriented approach and ensure that tasks are completed in a timely and effective manner.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, or a related field.

Proven understanding of fundraising fundamentals.

Proven ability to manage events and community engagement efforts. Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a passion for community-building and advancing Christian education

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Suite, Canva, and CRM management.

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

A proactive, enthusiastic, and service-oriented mindset.

Personal Traits:

Relationship-focused: Builds strong connections with diverse community members.

Self-starter: Proactively identifies and addresses needs.

Detail-oriented: Manages projects and events with precision. Collaborative: Works well within a team environment.

Work Environment:

Full-time, exempt position at Christian Heritage School in Dalton, GA.

Expectation to be present and manage events scheduled on evenings and weekends in line with the Advancement event calendar.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Dalton, GA 30721 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dalton, GA 30721: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person