Communication Relationships Manager - Mainstay (temporary)

Seattle Central College is looking to hire a Community Relationships Manager for its department called Mainstay, which provides Supported Employment services for people with disabilities.

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of job seekers with disabilities? Are you passionate about inclusion for people with disabilities in the workforce? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining our Mainstay team at our open-access college dedicated to helping all job seekers with disabilities to reach their personal and professional goals.

Salary Range for this position is $54,526 to $75,300 annually. (The salary range listed is based on an 80% FTE (32 hours per week) schedule.)

Opportunity is open until filled, first review of materials will begin April 7, 2025.

Position Summary

As a Community Relationships Manager (CRM), you will be responsible for developing quality connections with businesses and community organizations to advance awareness of Supported Employment for people with disabilities. The Community Relationships Manager will provide opportunities for Mainstay at Seattle Central College to have a stronger presence among corporations and community partners. Mainstay is a self-sustaining department of Seattle Central College assisting job seekers and supported workers with disabilities in the Greater Seattle area. We're seeking energetic professionals who are committed to making employment a reality for all.

The Community Relationships Manager (CRM) will work closely with our Mainstay Employment Team to develop relationships within the Greater Seattle area to educate and support business in understanding Supported Employment. The role of Community Relationships Manager requires planning and carrying out strategic networking activities including identification, cultivation, and stewardship of corporate and community partnerships. The CRM will work closely with Mainstay's direct service staff and our Major Gifts Officer to build our branding and demonstrate the impact of supported employment.

This position is temporary/part-time working 32 hours per week, schedule to be determined with Mainstay Director, but primarily Monday-Friday daytime hours. Often, community building events can be on the evenings and weekends, so a flexible schedule is required.

This position works a hybrid schedule of both remote and on-site work.

This position is governed by a collective bargaining agreement with representation by AFT-Exempt Union and is subject to union shop provisions.

About Us

We are a district of three distinct colleges: North Seattle College, Seattle Central College, and South Seattle College and five specialty training centers. Which makes us the largest and most diverse community college district in the state of Washington, we are leaders in change and innovation.

Seattle Colleges is committed to recruiting dedicated faculty and employees who together create a welcoming academic climate that reflects the diverse backgrounds of our community, including ethnicity, national origin, religion, race, gender, gender identity, age, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, disability, political status, and sexual orientation.

As a Seattle Colleges employee, you will gain access to a great benefits package including:

• Competitive Pay Rates
• Promotional Opportunities
• Great Medical, Dental, and Retirement plans
• Paid Sick and Vacation Leave
• Transportation benefits
• Tuition Waivers
• PEBB Wellness Plan
• Washington State Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Seattle Colleges staff and faculty also enjoy professional development opportunities and enrichment experiences in areas of their choice, including committee, workgroup, and affinity group opportunities.

Application Procedures:

• Attached current resume
• Attached cover letter addressing how your background intersects with the job

Required application materials must be completed and submitted online.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a regular basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

What you will be working on:

• Work closely with the Mainstay leadership and personnel, the Seattle Colleges, administrators, and external/internal partners to develop and implement effective strategies for corporate and community relationships.
• Implement a plan with Mainstay Director and Major Gifts Officer for Mainstay to build brand recognition to local community businesses for potential growth and support of programming.
• Work in partnership with Mainstay and the Public Information Offices of Seattle Central College and the Seattle Colleges District to build our brand, social media presence, marketing, and event support.
• Direct and participate in the face-to-face cultivation and solicitation to businesses to determine their interest in providing opportunities for supported employment.
• Develop business relationships with supported employment industry partners to enhance the strategies of Mainstay and build our outreach efforts with involvement within our community and beyond.
• Partner with Mainstay personnel to create messaging, assist with annual reporting, and building awareness about Mainstay at Seattle Central College and Supported Employment in Washington State.
• Coordinate efforts with other development team members through the prospect management and tracking system and contact reports. Maintain accurate contact meeting records in partnership with all interactions and activities.
• Coordinate individual cultivation, solicitation and stewardship activities with both college-based and district-wide designated staff, faculty, volunteers, and senior management staff.
• Prepare written materials such as proposals, correspondence, solicitation materials, acknowledgements, and regular communications.
• Attend and actively participate in appropriate internal and external meetings, functions, and events.
• Perform other relationship building activities, as necessary.

This description is not intended to cover every aspect of this job, we are a team that works together to meet the needs of those we serve, and every member of the team is expected to contribute, even beyond the specific responsibilities listed in this posting.

What you bring as a candidate:

• You will have a minimum of five (5) years successful experience in building corporate relationships and developing support for job seekers with disabilities.
• You will possess a high level of cultural competency and the ability to work with a diverse group of students, colleagues, and community members.
• You have strong communication and presentation skills, including written and verbal communication, for a variety of audiences.
• You have strong interpersonal skills and high emotional intelligence to work well independently and as a team member.
• You are detail-oriented with experience consistently delivering high quality work products and focusing on achieving goals on an outlined work plan.
• You can interface with executive level administration, program staff, and board members.
• You demonstrate knowledge of the highest ethical standards and best practices of supported employment.
• You possess high motivation to set and achieve goals from a written, agreed upon work plan.
• You have knowledge of MS Office Suite and customer relationships database/interaction tracking software.
• You have a clear understanding and deep appreciation of the Seattle Colleges mission.

Physical Demands and Disability Accommodation

Persons with disabilities have the right to reasonable accommodation in all aspects of employment with Seattle Colleges. This includes, but is not limited to, recruitment, application, interviewing, hiring, training, termination, conditions of employment, and any other employer-supported activities. Applicants requesting accommodation should contact Human Resources.

OFFICE SETTING:

Seattle Colleges follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office equipment, receive and interpret data, and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information with supervisor, lead, co-workers, and students
• Ability to provide 1:1 support, present to small groups, and work at a computer exercising repetitive hand motion
• Work is performed primarily in office settings with frequent interruptions and encounters noises typical of these settings

Notice of Non-Discrimination Statement

Seattle Colleges is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, creed, marital status, sex, pregnancy, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as an honorably discharged veteran or disabled veteran or military status, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory, or mental disability. In addition, reasonable accommodation will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Further, the Seattle Colleges is committed to ensure that all employees and students work and learn in an environment that fosters mutual respect and professionalism, free from all forms of "bullying" behaviors, including "cyberbullying."

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the Director of Legal Compliance.

Background Check Statement

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will complete Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form WA HB 2327 as required.