Community Partnerships & Programs Lead

CAEE; Colorado; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Vision

Dental

Simple IRA with 3% Match

Life and AD&D

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Cal-Wood Education Center seeks an experienced Community Engagement Manager to advance its mission through strategic partnerships, program planning, and rigorous program oversight for family and community-based outdoor initiatives.

The role involves developing partnerships, planning growth while ensuring financial responsibility, and coordinating staff for safe, engaging programs at Cal-Wood’s Jamestown, CO campus during peak seasons.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science, natural resources management, education, or related field.
• Minimum two years of professional experience in environmental education, outdoor recreation, community engagement, or nonprofit program administration.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends, including on-site presence at the Cal‑Wood Education Center near Jamestown, Colorado during peak seasons (April - September).
• Current First Aid/CPR certification or willingness to obtain; Wilderness First Aid (WFA) or Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification preferred.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and maintain strategic partnerships with community organizations and schools.
• Plan and lead community engagement initiatives and outreach strategies.
• Oversee program budgets, reporting, and financial data analysis.
• Coordinate instructor scheduling, onboarding, and staffing plans.
• Represent Cal-Wood Education Center at conferences and outreach events.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic planning for community engagement and growth.

Skills

Relationship building

Public speaking

Bilingual English/Spanish

Program planning

Budget management

Staff coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or related field

Tools

Office software

Digital platforms

Job description

Cal-Wood Education Center seeks an experienced Community Engagement Manager to advance its mission through strategic partnerships, program planning, and rigorous program oversight for family and community-based outdoor initiatives.

The role involves developing partnerships, planning growth while ensuring financial responsibility, and coordinating staff for safe, engaging programs at Cal-Wood’s Jamestown, CO campus during peak seasons.