Director - Events and Community Engagement

About This Role

Lead the development and execution of strategic programming, events, and partnerships to enhance the overall resident experience in a master-planned community. This role oversees a dedicated team, manages departmental operations and budget, and collaborates with stakeholders to deliver innovative engagement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a key community leader dedicated to enhancing the overall resident experience through engaging events, meaningful programs, and impactful communications
• Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy for community programming, events, community space activation, communications, and partnerships aligned with the community’s mission, vision, and values
• Identify and implement ways to activate community spaces, ensuring they are dynamic, welcoming, and utilized to their fullest potential through diverse programs, pop-up events, and creative initiatives
• Incorporate arts and cultural elements into programming that reflects and celebrates the community’s identity
• Provide strategic guidance to the Board of Directors on long-term programming, space utilization, and communication initiatives
• Lead and support a high-performing team responsible for planning and executing events, programs, and daily operations
• Develop and maintain departmental policies and procedures with a focus on quality, innovation, and continuous improvement
• Oversee community partnerships and sponsorship programs, including identifying opportunities to collaborate with local organizations and businesses
• Contribute to the development and review of content for communication platforms (website, newsletters, promotional materials, social media) ensuring brand alignment and strategic messaging
• Prepare, manage, and monitor the department’s annual budget, including revenue tracking and variance analysis

Requirements

• 5+ years leadership in community management, municipal government, nonprofit, community engagement, or similar fields
• Strong background in programming, engagement, communications, and budget management
• Demonstrated experience in activating public or community spaces to foster resident engagement
• Effective leadership, organizational, and conflict resolution skills with experience managing people
• Proficiency in Windows-based computer programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related certifications/designations
• Five or more years of leadership in community management, municipal government, nonprofit, community engagement, or similar fields

Nice to Have

• Extensive knowledge of sponsorship programs, community partnerships, event planning, and communications strategy

Skills

* Required skills

Benefits