Community Engagement Coordinator

Maryland Nonprofits; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid schedule

Health, Dental, Vision

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

The Greater Mondawmin Coordinating Council (GMCC) is seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to strengthen eight neighborhood associations, organize the monthly Assembly, and ensure resident voices shape neighborhood initiatives.

Working with executive leadership, you will lead outreach, events, and communications, recruit volunteers, track engagement data, and support partnerships across Baltimore's Mondawmin area.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in community organizing, volunteer management, or neighborhood outreach.
• Experience planning and facilitating community meetings or public events.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across generations and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Affiliate & Resident Support: Act as the primary contact for eight neighborhood associations; assist leaders with volunteers and outreach.
• Assembly & Event Execution: Lead monthly planning, logistics, and facilitation for the Greater Mondawmin Assembly.
• Field Outreach & Presence: Staff tabling, canvassing, cleanups, greening events, and school activities to gather input on priorities.
• Program & Asset Promotion: Create direct communications—flyers, social posts, and newsletters about GMCC meetings and resources.
• Engagement Tracking: Maintain contact lists, surveys, and outreach logs to measure participation.

Skills

Community organizing

Meeting facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Digital tools

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Social media platforms

Mass email tools

Job description

History

Since 1976, the Greater Mondawmin Coordinating Council (GMCC) has served as an umbrella organization for the community associations in the Greater Mondawmin area. GMCC has provided support to its affiliated community associations and brings their combined voice to government agencies, nonprofits, and other stakeholders. In 2023, GMCC received funding to bring on a full-time professional staff to support the ongoing efforts of community leaders and volunteers amidst large scale renewed investment in our area.

Mission and Vision

GMCC mobilizes residents and leads programs to create equitable neighborhood change and strengthen community leadership. We envision Greater Mondawmin as a rooted community where all generations thrive, with active neighborhood associations, connected residents, strong institutions, and programs that respond to community-identified needs.

Position Summary

The Community Engagement Coordinator serves as the primary bridge between the Greater Mondawmin Coordinating Council (GMCC) and the residents, neighborhood associations, and community leaders of Greater Mondawmin. This role is dedicated to deepening resident involvement, strengthening our eight affiliated neighborhood associations, and organizing inclusive, accessible monthly Assembly meetings. Working closely with executive leadership, the Coordinator ensures community voices directly shape neighborhood initiatives and local partnerships.

Primary Responsibilities

• Affiliate & Resident Support: Serve as the primary point of contact for GMCC’s eight affiliated neighborhood associations. Attend regular affiliate meetings, assist resident leaders with volunteer recruitment, and deploy targeted outreach strategies to engage renters, homeowners, youth, older adults, and local families.
• Assembly & Event Execution: Lead the monthly planning, logistics, and facilitation for the Greater Mondawmin Assembly. Coordinate guest speakers, track resident feedback, and handle meeting logistics.
• Field Outreach & Presence: Staff community tabling, canvassing campaigns, neighborhood cleanups, greening events, and local school activities to build trust and gather community input on neighborhood priorities.
• Program & Asset Promotion: Maintain basic, direct communications—including flyers, social media updates, and newsletter blurbs to keep residents informed about GMCC meetings, partner resources, and neighborhood achievements.
• Engagement Tracking: Maintain organized contact lists, survey data, and outreach logs using Microsoft Office/Excel to track resident participation and measure engagement outcomes over time.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in community organizing, volunteer management, or neighborhood-level outreach.
• Experience planning and facilitating community meetings or public events.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build authentic relationships across diverse generations and backgrounds.
• Practical familiarity with basic digital tools, including spreadsheets, social media platforms, and mass email tools.
• Strong connection to or deep familiarity with the Greater Mondawmin community and a commitment to resident‑led neighborhood change.
• Ability to work a flexible afternoon/evening schedule, including recurring weekend events.

Schedule & Benefits

• Job Type: Full-time (35–40 hours/week); Hybrid (3 days in office at TouchPoint Baltimore / 2 days remote/field).
• Schedule: Standard core hours of 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM, Monday–Thursday with flexible additional hours to include weekend events staffing.
• Paid Time Off: 15 vacation days, 5 sick days, and 5 personal days per year.
• Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision and Retirement Plan with Employer Match.