Regional Community Engagement Manager - Atlanta

At VyStar, we offer competitive pay, an excellent benefit package that includes a 401(k) Plan, an extensive paid technical and on-the-job training program, and tuition reimbursement--available to all full and part time employees. Part time positions start at a minimum of 30 hours per week.

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Regional Community Engagement Manager - Atlanta

ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT
The Regional Community Engagement Manger will work closely with the AVP, Regional Community Engagement in their region to coordinate initiatives designed to promote the organization and its services to the community. The Regional Community Engagement Manager will build relationships with community leaders and serve as the organization's liaison with various constituents in an area identified by the AVP, Regional Community Engagement and the SVP, Foundation President. This role will plan, execute and attend key VyStar community and sponsorship events within that identified region and support other initiatives throughout the region.

Essential Job Functions

Regional Strategy and Planning Support

• In partnership with AVP of Regional Community Engagement, supports the community engagement strategy for region.
• Supports AVP in the partnership with Regional Vice Presidents and Branch Vice Presidents to establish local grassroot strategies and review requests with centralized community team.
• Supports the AVP to partner with Regional DEI and Government Affairs regional team members.
• Supports AVP with budget processes and procedures
• Represent VyStar at regional events, press conferences, etc.

Lead Outreach and Partnerships

• In a regional submarket designated by the Regional AVP and SVP Foundation President, lead and maintain active engagement across the submarket to have a pulse on key needs and opportunities for VyStar to be impactful in the communities we serve.
• Identify key organizations that align with VyStar’s community strategy and develop holistic opportunities to partner across giving, volunteerism, events, board involvement, and mentoring/consulting.
• Pull together proposals for AVP and SVP Foundation President, and other leadership as necessary.
• Maintain communications and relationships.
• Report on results of partnerships.

Event Leadership and Coordination

• In coordination with AVP and key organizational partners, support the Regional AVP in community event activations in planning and attending community events across the Atlanta region.
• Lead event activations in the subregion designated by AVP.
• Establishes and promotes member/employee benefits, tickets, and giveaways.
• Coordinates VyStar volunteers.
• Coordinates signage, activation spaces, giveaways, advertising, tents, etc.
• Measures results and recognizes participants.

Activation and Volunteerism

• Coordinate with marketing partners to ensure proper advertising, promotion, social engagement, public relations, and branding for community engagements.
• Coordinate with sales teams to activate opportunities through our community partnerships.
• Inspire VyStar regional staff to deeply engage in doing good through volunteerism and employee giving.
• Track and report on results.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years of work experience in community engagement and/or equivalent combination of education and significant relevant experience.
• Experience in Community Engagement preferred.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience in presentations in a business setting.
• Strong computer skills and an above average knowledge of the latest Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and Adobe Photoshop
• Results oriented with strong strategic, analytical and interpersonal skills.
• High level of initiative and ability to work independently.
• Ability to participate in local events afterhours and on the weekend. Local/regional travel is required.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, and flexibility to adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong team orientation and ability to work with people from all business areas and levels.
• Ability to work with varying levels of internal constituents and develop communication for various internal levels.

DISCLAIMERS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

Nothing in this position description is an implied contract for employment. The position description is intended to be an accurate account of the essential functions. The functions are not all encompassing and are subject to change at any time by management.

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

As required or requested, may exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.

VyStar Credit Union is not seeking outside assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies or search firms for employment or contractor opportunities. Any resumes submitted by an outside vendor to any employee at VyStar via e-mail, internet, or directly to hiring managers without a valid written search agreement with the Talent Acquisition / HR department will be deemed the sole property of VyStar Credit Union.

No placement fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of the referral, or through other means.

Thank you for your inquiry regarding our current job opening. Your resume will be carefully reviewed against the position requirements. Should your experience and skills match, you will be contacted by one of our Human Resources department staff members.

Thank you again for your interest in this position!

VyStar Credit Union Human Resources