Community Engagement Coordinator

JOIN OUR GROWING TEAM! The Path Rescue Mission is a privately-funded, Christ-centered non-profit organization that provides long-term residential programming for men, women, and children struggling with addiction/recovery and homelessness.

We currently seek a COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR to support our Development Director and team -- a professional with passion for using various channels to create new and lasting relationships with donors and community partners in a variety of ways that support The Path's life-transforming work for men, women, and children without a home. Community Engagement is a connection process: Inspiring our donors and community partners to give according to the priorities of their heart-- whether it’s financial gifts, their time through volunteering, or items to donate.

Salary: $38,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year (based on experience) Hourly: $18.27/hr - $21.15/hr. Position can be part-time to start or full-time (will be discussed at interview).

The right individual will have strong planning, administrative, and organizational skills, including managing multiple deadlines. Results-oriented, able to follow through with assigned tasks and responsibilities. Also, in agreement with our Statement of Faith and our Christ-centered programs for a population struggling with brokenness, especially related to addiction/recovery, homelessness, and mental health issues.

This is an ONSITE position, although may be discussed at 1 year of employment and based on performance.

NO HEALTH BENEFITS AT THIS TIME. For full-time employees: we offer a monthly stipend/ addition to pay to use towards health benefits, five paid holidays, PTO beginning at six months of FT employment and an education/professional development benefit after 1 year of employment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As part of our team, the right person will coordinate or assist with seasonal strategies to connect with assigned donor and community relationships.

Responsibilities can include:

· Project Coordination- Donor relationship activities, communications production schedules, event planning calendars, etc.

· Communication Strategies, Digital & Print- Community-focused, donor-focused, direct mail & newsletters, digital tools, social media: Coordinate or assist with content creation, editing, production or posting, preparing mailings, working with vendors & deliverables.

· Special Events- Coordinating and/or assisting the Development Team with event planning, participant invitations & response tracking, logistics, contracts, participant follow-up & other activities for Fundraising & Friend-raising events.

· Community Relations- Assisting the Development Team with media/PR, church & civic-group relations.

The ideal person is detail-oriented, a fast learner, and hands-on team player for coordinating/ assisting leadership with seasonal donor and community partner strategies. Our team is responsible for fundraising and friend-raising on behalf of The Path Rescue Mission. You are self-motivated, creative, able to manage multiple tasks, small projects and meet deadlines; a professional who demonstrates strong interpersonal, verbal, communication, and written skills to accomplish the following:

• Coordinate/assist with strategies that cultivate donors & financial donations using a variety of communication channels, activities, & vendors.
• Prepare communications & follow up with new or existing donors.
• Coordinate/assist with annual fundraiser event (team effort with other team members, volunteers & community partners).
• Coordinate/assist with group-specific events as needed, both fundraisers & “friend” raisers (team effort with other team members, volunteers & community partners).
• Coordinate/assist with print production of The Path’s newsletters, communications for donor programs, brochures, outreach material, etc. May include providing input or content as needed. Includes print & digital communications.
• Be organized, focused, results-oriented, able to plan & follow through with assigned tasks & responsibilities.
• Able to accomplish activities with minimal supervision.
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer skills, MS Office. Be willing & able to learn new applications that support The Path’s philosophies. Will train on donor management software & other applications.
• Have knowledge of The Path, its goals, program, policies & procedures & be equipped to answer questions.
• Respectful & professional with Path clients, staff, volunteers, donors, vendors & the general public at all times. Public-relations focused.
• Other activities to meet overall goals & objectives.

QUALIFICATIONS

At least 2-3 years of relevant experience (support or hands-on) preferred in either of these areas: Teacher in a public or private school system, Marketing, Non-profit Fundraising and/or Public Relations. Experience working as an executive assistant or other supervisory role in these areas for a nonprofit organization, private school, church, rescue mission, or other residential program is a plus!

• Proven ability to work with a diverse group of people. Have the ability to relate to the general public, staff, volunteers, vendors & clients of The Path, but also uphold The Path's mission & program goals.
• Conduct all activities in a courteous & professional manner.
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills.
• Strong planning, administrative & organizational skills, including managing multiple deadlines. Results-oriented, able to follow through with assigned tasks & responsibilities.
• Be able to accomplish activities with minimal supervision.
• Knowledge of computer apps & programs. Have proficient skills with MS Office applications.
• Agree with the mission statement & core values of The Path & in compliance with The Path's policies & procedures as explained in the Employee Handbook.

BENEFITS- FT Employees only

• Relocation assistance may be available in certain limited cases (will be discussed at interview)
• Thrift store discount
• PTO after 6 mos. of employment
• 5 paid holidays (4 holidays plus birthday)
• Monthly health stipend, starting one month following date of hire
• Free meals at cafeteria

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

This job is posted for the office located at 31 S Melbourne St in Beverly Hills, FL 34465, in Citrus County. Candidates will only be considered if they have the ability to commute reliably (or relocate) to the job location. Candidates must also consent to a background check.

The right individual will be in agreement with our Statement of Faith and our Christ-centered programs for a population struggling with brokenness, especially related to addiction/recovery, homelessness, and mental health issues. For more about The Path, visit www.PathOfCitrus.org.

The Path is a privately-funded 501 (c)3 non-profit, evangelical Christian ministry. Our designated purpose is religious and we are a Christ-centered ministry that is dedicated to sharing the Gospel and helping the homeless, addicted, and impoverished. We consider every position to be essential in the fulfillment of our ministry. As such, each employee must have a relationship with Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and Lord. All employees must:

• Be able and willing to share and participate in all of the ministry activities of The Path.
• Subscribe to The Path’s Statement of Faith and Qualifications for Employment upon hire and continuously while employed.
• Pass all background checks and drug/alcohol tests.
• Must have a clean driving record, valid driver's license and able drive in the State of Florida.
• Adhere to The Path's Employee Handbook.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $38,000.00 - $44,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• If yes, please describe: Do you have any experience in creating content and/or production of print or digital communications?
• If yes, please describe: Do you have any experience as a teacher in a public or private school?
• If yes, please describe: Do you have experience as an executive assistant, project coordinator, or leader of a team for any type of business or nonprofit?
• If yes, please describe: Do you have any experience working in Fundraising, Community Relations, or Community Outreach for a rescue mission, residential program, private school, or church?

Experience:

• Marketing: 2 years (Preferred)
• Event planning: 2 years (Preferred)
• Public relations: 2 years (Preferred)
• Fundraising: 2 years (Preferred)
• Administrative: 2 years (Required)
• Project leadership: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Beverly Hills, FL 34465: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $44,000