Community Engagement Coordinator

The Summit Center; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 32 days

Holidays 14-16

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

401K with employer match

Annual raises & profit sharing

Mental health counseling

Childcare referrals

Legal services

Grief/eldercare support

Financial planning resources

Job summary

The Summit Center in Amherst, NY is seeking a dedicated Community Engagement Coordinator to lead fundraising events and community outreach. You will manage the Summit Autism Walk and Summit Gala, coordinate timelines, and work with volunteers, vendors, and partners to maximize impact.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years of related experience, with familiarity in CRM systems and Adobe Creative Suite. Great benefits, supportive team, and growth opportunities available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years’ experience required.
• Proficient with CRM software (Bloomerang preferred), MS Office, Canva, InDesign, and SharePoint.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects.
• Knowledge of event fundraising software platforms a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate fundraising events and donor engagement initiatives.
• Build relationships with community partners, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Represent Summit at community events and provide social media coverage.
• Develop outreach events, open houses, and advocacy initiatives.
• Create content for marketing and fundraising materials.
• Track engagement metrics and report on outcomes.

Skills

Event planning

Fundraising outreach

Public relations

Storytelling

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Bloomerang CRM

Microsoft Office

Canva

InDesign

SharePoint

Job description

Join Our Team and Make a Difference Every Day

Position: Community Engagement Coordinator

Pay: $24 - $25/hour

Location: Amherst, NY

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM, 37.5 hrs./week, additional availabilty as needed for events

The Summit Center is Western New York’s leading provider of evidence-based services for children and adults with autism and other developmental, social, and behavioral challenges. Our team is dedicated to helping every individual we serve achieve their highest level of independence. If you're passionate about making lives better and in search of a good job with dedicated supervisors, great benefits, and a supportive environment become a #DifferenceMaker and join our team.

Why Work With Us?

• Up to 32 days of paid time off
• 14-16 paid holidays annually
• Potential for annual raises and profit sharing
• Health, dental, and vision insurance/Medical opt-out payment (up to $1,000/year)
• 401K with up to 4% employer match
• Employee Assistance Program:
• Free mental health counseling
• Free childcare referrals
• Access to legal services
• Grief/eldercare support
• Financial planning resources

Your Impact as the Community Engagement Coordinator

The Community Engagement Coordinator supports Summit’s fundraising and outreach efforts by managing events, donor engagement, and community partnerships. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Development, this role leads the planning and execution of two signature events - the Summit Autism Walk and the Summit Gala.

Responsibilities include developing event timelines, coordinating with committees, creating event materials, managing vendors and in-kind partners, and producing content for fundraising platforms. The Coordinator also grows third-party fundraising efforts through outreach and relationship-building, and represents The Summit Center at community events and presentations.

Community Engagement & Outreach

• Develop and execute initiatives to increase visibility and awareness of The Summit Center.
• Build and maintain relationships with community partners, volunteers, and stakeholders.
• Coordinate outreach events, open houses, and advocacy initiatives; represent Summit at community events.
• Secure opportunities and experiences for Summit students, families, and staff through partnerships and sponsorships.

Social Media & Digital Engagement

• Support development of video content for social media and digital campaigns.
• Create short- and long-form content (interviews, testimonials, behind-the-scenes).
• Assist with social media campaigns, including giveaways, contests, and live events.

Video Production

• Plan, storyboard, shoot, and edit mission-driven video content.
• Coordinate video shoots, interviews, and locations.
• Manage video assets and maintain equipment inventory.

Event & Fundraising Support

• Support event communications, engagement, and donor retention strategies.
• Partner with third-party event organizers to maximize impact.
• Provide social media coverage and assist with print/digital materials and event documentation.
• Support volunteer engagement and recognition efforts.

Content and Public Relations

• Gather and curate stories for marketing and fundraising.
• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across platforms.
• Assist with media outreach and organization of PR materials.

Data & Collaboration

• Track and report on engagement metrics; recommend improvements.
• Collaborate across teams to align community engagement with fundraising and organizational goals.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree and 2-3 years’ experience required
• Working knowledge of CRM software databases (Bloomerang preferred), Microsoft Office, Canva, InDesign and SharePoint preferred.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, and After Effects
• Knowledge of special event fundraising software platforms a plus.

At The Summit Center, you’ll be part of a compassionate, highly trained team committed to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Let your next job be the one that truly makes a difference.

Education

Required

• Bachelors or better

Equal Opportunity Employer

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