Community Outreach Coordinator

Fleet Feet; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Exclusive discounts

Professional development

Community engagement

Inspiring team culture

Full-time benefits

Part-time benefits

Job summary

Fleet Feet in Asheville is seeking a Community Outreach Coordinator to connect the local running and fitness community with our stores and events. You will blend retail experience with grassroots marketing, helping to grow brand awareness and store engagement through community programs and partnerships.

You'll collaborate with Store Leadership and partners, manage multiple outreach projects, and lead or support events that energize runners and wellness enthusiasts in the region.

Qualifications

• Passion for Fleet Feet’s mission and a desire to make a positive impact in the local running and fitness community.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect across diverse audiences.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate in a team setting.
• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Canva (or a willingness to learn).
• Prior experience in run specialty retail, community outreach, or fitness-based roles is a plus.
• Existing relationships within the local running or wellness community are highly desirable.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays to attend or lead community events.

Responsibilities

• Connect Fleet Feet with the local running and fitness community and expand brand presence.
• Engage customers in-store while coordinating community events and partnerships.
• Collaborate with Store Leadership, Store Support Team, and local partners to drive outreach and wellness initiatives.
• Help position Fleet Feet as a hub for running, wellness, and events in the community.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Project management

Team collaboration

Event coordination

Community relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Canva

Job description

Our Company

We believeRunning Changes Everything. If you believe that, too, we want to talk. With more than 280 stores and a robust e-commerce site, Fleet Feet is the largest running retailer in the country. Catering to more than runners, we pride ourselves on an inclusive environment! We believe it’s a privilege to serve and to deliver unmatched service and support when outfitting every customer. We run together to solve problems, reach goals, encourage others and champion our brand.

Overview

As the Community Outreach Coordinator, you’ll play a vital role in connecting Fleet Feet with the local running and fitness community. This dynamic role combines community relationship-building with in-store customer engagement to expand our impact, increase brand awareness, and drive business growth. Working closely with Store Leadership, the Store Support Team, and local partners, you’ll help make Fleet Feet a hub for all things running and wellness.

This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about community engagement, thrives on building connections, and enjoys blending retail experience with event coordination and grassroots marketing.

If you’re a people connector with a passion for running, wellness, and community building, we’d love to hear from you. and help us inspire the runner in everyone.

Benefits

"Great People Deserve Great Perks & Benefits"

• 401(k) with 4% Company Match:Available to employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.
• Exclusive Discounts:Enjoy savings on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.
• Professional Development:Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Community Engagement:Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose-driven mission.
• Inspiring Team Culture:Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.
• Full Time Benefits:Employees working 30+ hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.
• Part-Time Benefits:Employees working 15–29 hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.

Equal Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodations

We are an equal opportunity employer and believe having teams in which everyone brings their whole self to Fleet Feet is key to our success. We welcome people of all backgrounds, experiences, abilities, and perspectives. Our commitment to inclusion is reflected in our hiring practices, workplace culture, and community engagement.

Fleet Feet utilizes E-Verify in all corporate and company-operated stores as part of the hiring process.

Join Us

• Passion for Fleet Feet’s mission and a desire to make a positive impact in the local running and fitness community.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to connect across diverse audiences.

• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, and collaborate in a team setting.

• Familiarity with tools such as Microsoft Office, Google Suite, and Canva (or a willingness to learn).

• Prior experience in run specialty retail, community outreach, or fitness-based roles is a plus.

• Existing relationships within the local running or wellness community are highly desirable.

• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and occasional holidays to attend or lead community events.