Director of Community Engagement

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Director of Community Engagement serves as the primary regional leader for outreach, partnerships, and community engagement efforts. This role strengthens the connection between Akin and the communities it serves, building strong local relationships, increasing participation in programs, enriching service referrals, building trust, and promoting Akin’s offerings. This role ensures that each regional office operates as a trusted hub for families, providers, and community partners grounded in Akin’s values of Advocacy, Audacity, Commitment, and Relationships.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

Community Partnerships and Local Leadership

• Lead strategic outreach efforts to engage families, caregivers, and local organizations in Akin’s programs and services.
• Develop and maintain strong partnerships with schools, healthcare providers, social service agencies, community groups, faith-based groups, and local businesses.
• Represent Akin at community events, coalitions, and public forums to build awareness and strengthen local networks.

Program Engagement & Access

Regional Office Presence & Culture

Data, Reporting & Accountability

Collaboration & Cross-Regional Learning

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :

WORKING ENVIRONMENT :

This job is performed in a professional office environment. The following list is representative of the work environment employees encounter while performing the essential functions of this job :

Hybrid work is a benefit of Akin’s flexible workplace but cannot be offered for all positions. Some positions require daily presence in the office. Hybrid work arrangements may be adjusted or rescinded based upon business needs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and use hands and fingers to operate a computer and telephone keyboard; occasionally to reach, stoop and kneel

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

SALARY RANGE AND BENEFITS :

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive pay, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position.

The target starting pay for this position is $92,270-$115,333, typically within the first half of the range. Actual offers will be based on individual qualifications relevant to the role and will not take an applicant’s pay history into account.

The range above allows our employees room for growth during their tenure in the position.