Community Outreach & Partnerships Specialist

Houston SPCA; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company  |

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Houston SPCA is seeking a passionate Community Outreach Specialist to expand visibility and impact across the Greater Houston area. You will plan and execute events, build partnerships with businesses and groups, and support fundraising and pet adoption efforts.

You will create outreach content for marketing, email, social media, and media relations while representing the Houston SPCA at diverse community and corporate events.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and at least two years of professional experience in community outreach, marketing, public relations, communications, or a related field.
• Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Professionalism, diplomacy, and outstanding customer service skills.
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license and ability to be insured under the Houston SPCA automobile policy.
• Animal welfare experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Planning, coordinating, and executing community outreach events both on and off campus.
• Developing partnerships with businesses, organizations, and community groups.
• Supporting initiatives that strengthen brand awareness, fundraising efforts, and pet adoptions.
• Creating outreach-focused content for marketing, email communications, social media, and media relations.
• Serving as an ambassador for the Houston SPCA at community and corporate events.
• Collaborating with teams across the organization, including Development, Volunteer Services, Animal Care, Veterinary Services, and Marketing.
• Helping coordinate educational tours and community engagement programs when needed.

Skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Project management

Independent work

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Houston SPCA is seeking a passionate Community Outreach Specialist to expand visibility and impact across the Greater Houston area. You will plan and execute events, build partnerships with businesses and groups, and support fundraising and pet adoption efforts.

You will create outreach content for marketing, email, social media, and media relations while representing the Houston SPCA at diverse community and corporate events.