Community Engagement & School Partnerships Lead

The Associated: Jewish Community Federation of Baltimore; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHAI seeks a Community Engagement Manager to lead neighborhood development in Cheswolde, Cross Country, and Glen in Northwest Baltimore. You will partner with residents, schools, elected officials, city agencies, and community partners to advance initiatives that improve life quality and foster civic engagement.

The role oversees the Community School Strategy at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School, supervises the Community School Coordinator, and expands partnerships to bring resources to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and relevant nonprofit/community development experience.
• At least 3 years in community engagement, organizing, or development with supervision exposure.
• Strong collaboration with schools, local government, and neighborhood groups.

Responsibilities

• Lead CHAI’s community engagement in Cheswolde, Cross Country and Glen neighborhoods.
• Build relationships with residents through meetings, events, and initiatives.
• Partner with associations and leaders to identify priorities and co-create solutions.
• Coordinate projects, cleanups, revitalization efforts, and neighborhood events.
• Promote CHAI programs and connect residents to services and resources.
• Supervise the Community School Coordinator and support school-community partnerships.

Skills

Communication skills

Community outreach

Leadership

Relationship-building

DEI focus

Organizational skills

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work, Public Administration, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Teams

SharePoint

Zoom

Job description

CHAI seeks a Community Engagement Manager to lead neighborhood development in Cheswolde, Cross Country, and Glen in Northwest Baltimore. You will partner with residents, schools, elected officials, city agencies, and community partners to advance initiatives that improve life quality and foster civic engagement.

The role oversees the Community School Strategy at Cross Country Elementary/Middle School, supervises the Community School Coordinator, and expands partnerships to bring resources to