Assistant Director, Community Relations & Engagement

Howard Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 81,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical and dental options

Tuition reimbursement

Paid leave

Job summary

Howard Community College seeks an Assistant Director of Community Relations to advance visibility and partnerships across Howard County and surrounding communities. The role involves coordinating outreach, events, and external engagements while providing high-level support to the Vice President and Office of Government and External Affairs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with college departments and community partners to maintain an inclusive and effective institutional presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Three years of progressively responsible professional experience in community relations, external affairs, executive support, event planning, or related field.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating complex meetings, events, projects, or external-facing activities.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse communities and communicate professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supports community-engagement strategies to advance the College's mission, priorities, and visibility.
• Represents the College at events, meetings, and external engagements; builds relationships with civic, nonprofit, and governmental partners.
• Provides high-level administrative support to the Vice President and Office of Government and External Affairs, including calendar, travel, and budgeting.
• Collaborates with the Director of Community Relations and other departments to ensure a consistent external presence.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written & oral communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Howard Community College seeks an Assistant Director of Community Relations to advance visibility and partnerships across Howard County and surrounding communities. The role involves coordinating outreach, events, and external engagements while providing high-level support to the Vice President and Office of Government and External Affairs.

The position emphasizes collaboration with college departments and community partners to maintain an inclusive and effective institutional presence.