Community Liaison, Elk Rapids

Norte Community Liaison (Part-Time Position) - Elk Rapids, Michigan

The community liaison role was created to ensure the mission and impact of Norte Youth Cycling carry forward in a consistent and impactful manner across northern Michigan. The community liaison will serve as an employee and direct representative of Note Youth Cycling. This individual will deliver Norte cycling-related programming and outreach initiatives in a manner that uniquely supports the needs of the specified community they serve. These efforts will support riders of all ages and abilities and encourage physical activity and social connectedness.

Classification: Class 4 position - part-time, non-exempt

Wage: $25 per hour

Norte Community Liaison - Part-time Position Overview

• Ensure all programs and outreach support within Elk Rapids align with the Norte mission, vision, and values
• Engage and welcome volunteers, program participants, and coaches
• Develop and strengthen relationships with community organizations
• Maintain the Norte Chain Hub and equipment currently located at Rotary Park
• June, July, and August -approximately 6 hours per week
• Approximately 70 hours total

Norte Community Liaison - Responsibilities

• Bike Library - June 12- August 28th, 2025
• (10 sessions - None on July 5 & July 31)
• Be present at the Norte Chain Hub from 10:00 - 2:00 pm Thursdays
• Welcome and inform visitors
• Loan and accept Bike Library bicycles
• Maintain inventory of bicycles, helmets, general supplies,
• Notify Norte HQ of bike repair needs, supplies, or facility needs
• Balance Bike Club - June 12- August 28th, 2025
• (10 sessions - Noneon July 5 & July 31)
• Deliver weekly Balance Bike Club meet-ups
• Thursday mornings from 10:30 am - 11:30 am
• Community Slow Rolls - June 12- August 28th, 2025
• (10 sessions - None on July 5 & July 31)
• Lead weekly Community Slow Rolls
• Thursday evenings from 5:45 - 7:15 pm

Structure - With the Norte Executive Director, the Norte Staff, and other Community Lisasions when appropriate:

• Attend coach training
• Attend an in-person spring, summer, and fall meeting at Norte HQ or in Elk Rapids
• Attend bi-weekly 20-minute Zoom meetings to discuss programs & progress
• Complete event and program assessments within 7 days
• Most program and event communications to media outlets, schools, participants, and volunteers will come directly from Norte
• This role may include other duties as assigned. Norte reserves the right to modify the position and/or the duties and responsibilities, as needed, to meet organizational and unique community needs best

Possible Additional Opportunities as requested/available

• Coach Summer Bike Camp during the week of June 23 & July 21
• Coach Spring and Fall (MBC or ABC)
• Learn to Ride Lessons - by appointment (June - August)
• Provide an activity/engagement during Wednesdays on River Street
• Help secure other lead and assistant coaches for Elk Rapids programs

Interested in becoming the Norte - Elk Rapids Community Liaison?

Please email your resume and cover letter to Jill Sill.

Job Types: Part-time, Temporary

Pay: $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 6 – 10 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Ability to Commute:

• Elk Rapids, MI 49629 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25