Community Partnerships Lead – Twin Cities & MN

University of Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid holidays

Generous time off

Tuition benefit program

Medical insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Retirement plans

PSLF eligibility

Job summary

The University of Minnesota’s Institute of Child Development seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator to lead relationship-centered outreach across Minnesota. The role focuses on building trust and fostering sustainable partnerships between ICD researchers and diverse communities, schools, and local partners.

Key duties include coordinating outreach activities, developing materials with researchers, and organizing department events.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in public health, social work, marketing and public relations, psychology, education, or a related field; or a combination of education and experience to equal six years.
• Demonstrated experience in community outreach, engagement, or partnership development.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, especially in relationship-building contexts.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining close coordination with other teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to create and manage outreach materials.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse communities.

Responsibilities

• Lead relationship-building with community organizations, state agencies, schools, and local stakeholders with regular in-person meetings across the Twin Cities and greater Minnesota.
• Devise and refine outreach strategies and map community networks to identify opportunities for presence and partnerships.
• Represent ICD at community events and meetings as a visible institutional presence.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Collaboration

Independent work

Education

BA/BS in related field

Job description

The University of Minnesota’s Institute of Child Development seeks a Community Engagement Coordinator to lead relationship-centered outreach across Minnesota. The role focuses on building trust and fostering sustainable partnerships between ICD researchers and diverse communities, schools, and local partners.

Key duties include coordinating outreach activities, developing materials with researchers, and organizing department events.